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Job Description
CLASSIFICATION: Adjunct Faculty
DEPARTMENT: Chemistry
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
SYSTEM JOB TITLE: Adjunct Faculty
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Chair of the Department of Chemistry
POSITION SUMMARY: The Department of Chemistry at Moravian University invites applications for part-time adjunct teaching positions in the Chemistry program. Our need for part-time instructors varies semester to semester. When a position becomes available, we will invite qualified applicants from this pool to interview and/or submit additional information. We occasionally have the following teaching needs:
- General Chemistry I lab (fall course)
- General Chemistry II lab (spring course)
- Organic Chemistry I lab (fall course)
- Organic Chemistry II lab (spring course)
- Fundamentals of Chemistry (GOB) lab (spring course)
Teaching will be fully in-person on our main (North) campus in Bethlehem, PA.
The Department of Chemistry values active, student-centered approaches to learning as well as inquiry-based labs that teach authentic skills. We invite applications from colleagues who share these goals. To learn more about the Department of Chemistry at Moravian University, please visit: https://www.moravian.edu/chemistry
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach laboratories as assigned in a manner designed to assist the student in achieving the specific objectives of the course
- Ensure safety protocols are followed in the laboratory
- Provide detailed and timely feedback to students on assignments
- Comply with all relevant program and university policies
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Qualified candidates must have a MS degree or advanced PhD candidate in chemistry or chemical sciences
- Preferred: PhD (or ABD) in chemistry or chemical sciences with successful teaching experience beyond the TA level
TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should attach their cover letter, curriculum vita and statement of teaching philosophy to their online application by clicking “Apply Now”. Please attach documents as a PDF file.
Please follow the instructions to submit your application materials through the Moravian University employment application website. Materials MUST be submitted through the online process.
Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be reviewed until the positions are filled.
About Us
Moravian University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Moravian University’s mission is to prepare individuals for reflective lives and leadership in a world of change. In support of this mission, we are dedicated to fostering an educational and professional environment that is enriched by individuals of varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
As part of Moravian University’s institutional values, all employees contribute to upholding our Community Standards and Expectations, which emphasize respectful engagement, accountability, inclusion, and lifelong learning.
Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment or retaliation against any applicant for employment or admission on the basis of a characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please see Moravian University’s Equal Opportunity and Title IX nondiscrimination statement for additional information.
Please visit moravian.edu/benefits to review benefits offered at Moravian University*
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.
The individual is routinely exposed to indoor conditions, minimum outdoor weather and temperature extremes, and moderate noise level.
We welcome applicants of all abilities and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. If you need any accommodations during the hiring process or in your role, we encourage you to reach out to Human Resources at [email protected] or 610.861.1527. View the standard physical demands for positions at Moravian University.
The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.
*Please visit this link to review the benefit eligibility status associated with this position.
Moravian University offers students a private education they will not find anywhere else: personal attention and preparation for life with a record of success longer than our nation's history. Located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and offering undergraduate and graduate degrees that blend liberal arts with professional programs, Moravian University has been preparing students for reflective lives, fulfilling careers, and transformative leadership in a world of change since 1742. Moravian University is a member of The New American Colleges and Universities (NAC&U), a national consortium of selective, small to mid-size independent colleges and universities dedicated to the purposeful integration of liberal education, professional studies, and civic engagement. Visit moravian.edu to learn more about how the Moravian University focus on education for all prepares its students for life-long success.
Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and encouraging individuals from under-represented populations to apply.



