What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Factulty, Chemistry position at College of Lake County?
Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity?
The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year. Some benefits will not be available for part-time or part-time under 20 hours employees (ex: health insurance).
Position Title
Adjunct Instructor, Chemistry
Job Summary
Teach one introductory and/or general chemistry courses offered at one of the three campuses at CLC. The courses must be taught in accordance with current program approved course descriptions, course outlines, textbooks, and syllabi. Prepare lecture and lesson plans, teach lecture and/or lab portion of class, and respond to and grade student work. Use appropriate academic software (e.g. Canvas Learning Management system, Power Point, etc.)
Job Description
Teach lecture portion of Chemistry courses.
Teach lab portion of Chemistry courses.
Observe lab safety and liability limitation protocols.
Prepare for classes and grade student work.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications for CHM 120, 121, 123, 140, and 142:
Master’s Degree in Chemistry or related field;
OR
Master’s in another discipline AND eighteen (18) graduate credits in Chemistry.
Required Qualifications For CHM 125, 222, 223
Master’s Degree in Chemistry or related field;
OR
Master’s in another discipline AND eighteen (18) graduate credits in Chemistry, including Organic Chemistry.
Desired Qualifications
Previous college teaching experience.
Per Load Hour Compensation Schedule
2025 -2026 - $1,373
2026 -2027 - $1,414
Full-Time/Part-Time
Part time
Total Hours Per Week
5
Position Type
Faculty
Job Family
Part-Time Faculty
Posting Date
08/18/2025
Expected Start Date
10/01/2025
Compensation Grade
Location:
Grayslake Campus
Department
JM - Biological & Health Sciences Operations Department
EEO Statement
College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).
The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year. Some benefits will not be available for part-time or part-time under 20 hours employees (ex: health insurance).
Position Title
Adjunct Instructor, Chemistry
Job Summary
Teach one introductory and/or general chemistry courses offered at one of the three campuses at CLC. The courses must be taught in accordance with current program approved course descriptions, course outlines, textbooks, and syllabi. Prepare lecture and lesson plans, teach lecture and/or lab portion of class, and respond to and grade student work. Use appropriate academic software (e.g. Canvas Learning Management system, Power Point, etc.)
Job Description
Teach lecture portion of Chemistry courses.
Teach lab portion of Chemistry courses.
Observe lab safety and liability limitation protocols.
Prepare for classes and grade student work.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications for CHM 120, 121, 123, 140, and 142:
Master’s Degree in Chemistry or related field;
OR
Master’s in another discipline AND eighteen (18) graduate credits in Chemistry.
Required Qualifications For CHM 125, 222, 223
Master’s Degree in Chemistry or related field;
OR
Master’s in another discipline AND eighteen (18) graduate credits in Chemistry, including Organic Chemistry.
Desired Qualifications
Previous college teaching experience.
Per Load Hour Compensation Schedule
2025 -2026 - $1,373
2026 -2027 - $1,414
Full-Time/Part-Time
Part time
Total Hours Per Week
5
Position Type
Faculty
Job Family
Part-Time Faculty
Posting Date
08/18/2025
Expected Start Date
10/01/2025
Compensation Grade
Location:
Grayslake Campus
Department
JM - Biological & Health Sciences Operations Department
EEO Statement
College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).