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Elgin Community College is hiring a Chemistry Adjunct Faculty (Spring 2027) to teach chemistry coursework across lecture and lab sections. This adjunct posting requires a master's degree in chemistry or a closely related discipline with at least 18 graduate credit hours, along with the availability to work day, evening, or weekend sections. Compensation is set per contact hour under the college's 2026 pay schedule.

Highlights

Leads assigned chemistry classes and/or labs, preparing lessons and a course syllabus with grading and attendance policies
Verifies student enrollment and submits grade sheets each term
Tracks student performance and delivers timely feedback
Maintains office hours and refers students to student support services as needed
Requires a master's degree in chemistry or a closely related discipline with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the subject
Calls for availability across day, evening, and weekend course sections, noted in the cover letter
Pays $1,098 to $1,140 per contact hour depending on education level, per the 2026 rate schedule

Chemistry Adjunct Faculty (Spring 2027) Full Description

Chemistry Adjunct Faculty (Spring 2027)

Work Schedule

Hours vary and may include day, evening and weekend responsibilities. Courses are taught in a classroom setting and may include a lab component. Please indicate your availability in your cover letter.

Rate of Pay

Per Contact Hour. 2026: Less than Master's = $1,098; Master's or above = $1,140.

FLSA Status

Exempt

Grant Funded

Job Summary

Adjunct teaching faculty provide instruction aligned with the college's strategic goals and evaluate students' progress to facilitate achievement of their educational goals.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

A master's degree in the discipline or in a related discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in the discipline

Essential Duties

Deliver Instruction:

Conduct assigned classes and/or labs
Prepare lessons
Provide course syllabus (which shall include grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, course outline and contact information)
Verify student enrollment and submit grade sheets
If a lab is involved: prepare labs and enforce lab safety procedures

Evaluate Student Progress:

Keep accurate record of student performance
Provide students with timely feedback

Provide Student Assistance:

Maintain office hours and voice-mail/e-mail communication
Refer students to student support services
Accommodate special needs students

Other Duties

Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description.

Physical Demands, Visual Acuity & Work Environment

Physical Demands: Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)
Visual Acuity: Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)
Work Environment: Moderate noise
Environmental Conditions: Typical office or administrative

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College's EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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