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Boston College

Summer Teaching Opportunity in Life Science Chemistry

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Newton, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/26/2026

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A Chemistry Professor teaches foundational chemistry ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the chemistry curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.

$86,655 / year median in Massachusetts

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Boston College:

Messina College Location:

Messina College Description:

Messina College at Boston College is inviting applications for Part-Time Faculty positions in Biology and Chemistry on an open and rolling basis. Summer Teaching Opportunity in Life Science Chemistry Messina College is seeking an instructor for Life Science Chemistry. Life Science Chemistry introduces Health Science students to basic chemical principles in preparation for a discussion of the chemistry of living systems that forms the major part of the course. Topics in the areas of general, organic and biological chemistry are covered. In Summer 2026, an instructor for one lecture and two lab sections of Life Science Chemistry are needed. The summer term runs from July 13 through August 21. Classes will meet at the following times:

Lecture:

Monday through Thursday, 1:00•2:20 pm

Labs:

Friday 11:00am•12:50pm and 1:00•2:50 pm About Messina College Messina College is a new two-year residential college division of Boston College that offers an associate's degree program for first-generation and low-income students. The program's goal is to prepare students to enroll in a bachelor's degree program or begin their professional careers upon graduation. Messina College students live and study on the Brookline Campus of Boston College and have full access to BC's facilities and programs. Applicants may learn more about Messina College at www.bc.edu/messina .

Qualifications:

Candidates should have experience teaching chemistry or life sciences at the college level. A Ph.D. or M.A. in a relevant field or advanced graduate standing will be considered. Classes will be offered on the Brookline campus of Boston College. Part time faculty receive a competitive salary on a per course basis. In addition, part time faculty at Messina College have shared office space to prepare lectures and meet with students.