Part-Time Secondary Instructor, Dept. Chemistry and Forensic Science
Eastern Kentucky University
Title: Part-Time Secondary Instructor, 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 a Part-Time Secondary Instructor to work with program faculty, assisting in teaching undergraduate lectures and laboratories. Appointment 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, associated labs, and any other chemistry and/or forensic science course offered by the department.
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Duties:
- 100%% - Teach courses as assigned at the times and in the locations necessary to meet the needs of EKU students - (Essential)
