Part-Time Secondary Instructors, Dept. Chemistry and Forensic Science

Job Details

Part-Time Secondary Instructors, Dept. Chemistry and Forensic Science
Eastern Kentucky University

Title: Part-Time Secondary Instructors, Dept. Chemistry and Forensic Science

Position Type: Part-Time Faculty

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type: Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)

Additional Schedule Details: Appointments will begin this Fall 2026 semester, with options to renew on a semester-to-semester basis.

Posted Salary Grade: Part Time Faculty/Students - 01

Retirement: None

Contact Person: Rachel Velez

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science at EKU is seeking Part-Time Secondary Instructors to work with program faculty, assisting in teaching undergraduate lectures and laboratories. Appointments will begin this Fall 2026 semester, with options to renew on a semester-to-semester basis, as available.

Course load may be up to 9 credit hours per semester, depending on need. Courses may include, but are not limited to: Introductory Chemistry, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Analytic Chemistry, and associated labs.

Candidates must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related discipline, or hold a bachelor's degree and at least 18 graduate credit hours in Chemistry or a related discipline. Degree(s) must be from a regionally (SACS, Middle States, North Central, etc.) accredited or internationally recognized institution.

Candidates will submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts for undergraduate and graduate programs, and contact information for at least 3 professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts are required at the time of the position offer and as a condition of employment.

Applicants will be screened and contacted as departmental needs for part-time faculty arise. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Candidates must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related discipline, or hold a bachelor's degree and at least 18 graduate credit hours in Chemistry or a related discipline. Degree(s) must be from a regionally (SACS, Middle States, North Central, etc.) accredited or internationally recognized institution.

Job Duties

• 100% - Teach courses as assigned at the times and in the locations necessary to meet the needs of EKU students - (Essential)

Sponsorship: Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions: Applicant documents include:

• Cover Letter
• Vitae
• Copies of unofficial transcripts
• Contact Information for 3 Professional References