About this role
Position
Part-time Chemistry Instructors
Location
Cedar Rapids, IA
Job Id:
1028
of Openings:
1
Part-time Positions in Chemistry
Coe College invites applications for per course instructors in Chemistry, beginning January 2027. These positions are an excellent fit for graduate students and early-career individuals who are drawn to teaching-focused liberal arts environments.
Per course positions are available for one course and four laboratory sections. If offered, a single applicant may accept as many of these courses as fit in their schedule. These positions are for a single academic term only (Spring 2027). The successful candidate will join a community that values innovative pedagogy, hands on learning, and close faculty–student interaction.
General Chemistry I Course Instructor:
- Primary Responsibilities
- Teach General Chemistry I course that meets on campus Monday, Wednesday, & Friday from 2 – 2:50 p.m.
- Be responsive to student email questions
- Hold regular office hours (schedule determined by instructor)
- Qualifications
- M.S. in Chemistry or a closely related field
- Ability to teach general chemistry
- Must be currently authorized to work in the United States as visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
- Successful completion of a background and driver check in accordance with Coe College policy.
Chemistry Laboratory Instructors:
- Primary Responsibilities
- Teach one or more sections of introductory level chemistry laboratory, including all grading
- Labs may include General Chemistry I, General Chemistry II, or Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry
- Labs are scheduled on campus Tuesday and Thursdays 8–11a.m. and 1–4p.m.
- Be responsive to student email questions
- Qualifications
- M.S. (preferred; BA required) in Chemistry or a closely related field
- Ability to teach introductory chemistry laboratories, including safe laboratory practice
- Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
- Successful completion of a background and driver check in accordance with Coe College policy.