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Wentworth Institute of Technology
Adjunct Instructor, Chemistry
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A Science Teacher teaches in the natural science fields for elementary to secondary school students. Most science courses taught prior to high school are general, with specialization occurring later in high school. Teachers may teach specialized courses in physics, biology or chemistry. Other topics taught include physical science, computer science, astronomy, and geology.
$73,813 / year median in Massachusetts
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description The School of Sciences & Humanities at Wentworth Institute of Technology seeks multiple adjunct faculty to teach lectures and labs for the upcoming academic year. The chemistry courses include Chemistry of the Built Environment (for Construction Management students), as well as General Chemistry I and II and Organic Chemistry. Essential job functions- Preparing a syllabus for the course and distributing the syllabus to the students, based on recommendation of the School of Sciences and Humanities and the provost office Teaching lectures and/or labs of sciences courses in collaboration with the course coordinator Preparing quizzes, labs and exams. Grading assignments and exams in a timely manner Meeting students during office hours outside of class as required. Required qualifications- Masters in Chemistry or an appropriate related field. 1-3 years as a primary course instructor at the college/university level Preferred Qualifications- PhD in Chemistry or an appropriate related field. 1-3 years as a primary course instructor at the college/university level demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in interpersonal and large group settings experience using engaged student approaches in the classroom demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion Review of applications will begin on July 15, 2025 , but applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. Interested applicants may apply at https://wit.edu/careers/work-wentworth .