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Adjunct Faculty - Chemistry (Fall 2026 - Spring 2027)

  • Jacksonville, AL (Main Campus), Alabama, United States, 36265
  • Adjunct
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Jacksonville State University

Adjunct Faculty

Chemistry

Job Summary

The discipline of Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry and Geosciences needs adjunct instructors for General Chemistry courses (CY 105 and CY 106) and Chemistry lectures and oversees the College Chemistry Labs (CY 107 and CY 108). These courses make up the introductory level chemistry or Gen. Chem courses and their respective labs. We offer a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry with three concentration options. General Chemistry I and II are required for all of these tracks. We also serve as service courses and prerequisites for other programs across campus. We are seeking applicants to provide in-person, hybrid, and/or online instruction. Experience teaching in a traditional classroom setting is desired. Experience teaching online and in traditional classroom courses is desired.

About Jax State

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, Jax State is home to over 10,000 students representing 63 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career, and personal goals. As an academic institution, it aims to produce broadly educated graduates who are prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values, and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page.

Academically, Jax State offers 113 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral, and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education.  More than 40 online programs are offered.  The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus – Arts, Humanities and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU’s commitment to excellence.

Department Information

Chemistry and Geosciences is one of the most diverse and dynamic of all the departments at Jacksonville State University. We offer a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry and Geography, a master's degree in Geographic Information Science and Technology and minors in Chemistry, Geography and Physics.

We have a long tradition of excellence in teaching, dedication to our students and a solid background in state-of-the-art research. Students wishing to study in Chemistry and Geosciences can be assured that they will receive a broad-based, quality education that will serve them well throughout their careers.

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree appropriate for the discipline or training and experience in the field to be qualified to teach specific courses.
  • Traditional classroom teaching experience.
  • Experience with in-person, hybrid and online instruction.

Required Application Documents

  • Cover Letter
  • CV
  • Teaching Philosophy
  • Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts required upon hire)

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Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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