Chemistry - Adjunct Instructor (On-Going)

About Sacred Heart University As one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and among the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn.

, campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. Nearly 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Computing & Engineering; School of Performing Arts; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; and the Dr.

Susan L. Davis, RN, & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic universities as it was established to be led by the laity. This contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts and, at the same time, cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change in their own lives, professions, and communities.

Sacred Heart University has earned national recognition for academic excellence, student success, career outcomes, and campus experience. The Princeton Review recognized SHU in its Best 392 Colleges: 2027 Edition and Best Business Schools: 2027 Edition, while additional national recognitions highlight the University’s commitment to preparing students for meaningful careers and lifelong success.

Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio; Division I athletics; and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance, and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu View SHU’s Faculty Experts Here Sacred Heart University’s Department of Chemistry & Physics in the College of Arts & Sciences invites applications for Adjunct Instructors committed to transforming complex chemical concepts into rigorous, hands-on learning experiences that prepare students for advanced study and scientific careers.

From foundational lectures and laboratories to graduate study in analytical chemistry, chromatography, and spectroscopy, adjunct instructors contribute expertise to a department spanning chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biochemistry, and chem-bioinformatics. This opportunity allows instructors to engage students through inquiry, experimentation, modern instrumentation, and the practical application of chemistry to health, research, technology, and industry.

Teaching Opportunities: Undergraduate teaching opportunities may include: General Chemistry laboratories Organic Chemistry laboratories General, Organic & Biochemistry lectures and laboratories for nursing students Graduate teaching opportunities may include: Analytical Chemistry Chromatography Spectroscopy A complete overview of potential teaching assignments is available in the Chemistry & Physics course descriptions .

Requirements

A master’s degree or Ph.D. in Chemistry is required for undergraduate teaching assignments. Prior teaching experience is required. Graduate-level teaching assignments require a Ph.D. in Chemistry and relevant practical experience. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to fostering a collegial and supportive learning environment in which all members of the University community can thrive and succeed.

Application Instructions: Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of interest, current CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and relevant examples from courses taught (if applicable). Upon offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to provide one formal letter of recommendation on professional letterhead and an official transcript reflecting their highest earned degree.

Review of applications will be ongoing based on the needs of the department. All application materials must be submitted through Sacred Heart University’s online application portal. Questions regarding this opportunity may be directed to Dr. Linda Farber, Department Chair.

Compensation

& Benefits: The salary range for this position is $4,300–$5,400 per 3-credit course. Adjunct Instructors are not eligible to participate in the University’s employee health and welfare benefit programs; however, they are eligible to participate in Sacred Heart University’s 403(b) retirement plan, subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of the plan.

Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.