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Adjunct Faculty, Mathematics (Fall 2026)
Position Available: August 2026
FLSA Status: Exempt (salary)
Job Status: Part-time Faculty (non-tenure track)
Position Summary:
Dominican University invites applications for an adjunct faculty member in mathematics. Responsibilities include teaching Mathematical Concepts for Clinical Science course and holding one office hour each week.
The start date for the position is August 17, 2026 Adjunct Faculty appointments are per semester and contingent upon enrollment.
Instructors are sought for the following course:
MATH 090: Basic Skills (3 credit hours)
The fundamental operations with integers, rational numbers, and real numbers; basic algebra. This course is a developmental course and will not count toward the semester hours required for graduation. Offered on a satisfactory/fail basis only.
MATH 120: Intermediate Algebra (3 credit hours)
Polynomial and rational expressions; solving linear, quadratic and rational equations; applications; graphing techniques; and systems of linear equations.
The fundamental operations with integers, rational numbers, and real numbers; basic algebra. This course is a developmental course and will not count toward the semester hours required for graduation. Offered on a satisfactory/fail basis only.
MATH 120: Intermediate Algebra (3 credit hours)
Polynomial and rational expressions; solving linear, quadratic and rational equations; applications; graphing techniques; and systems of linear equations.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Mathematics, Chemistry, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience in teaching mathematics and/or chemistry courses.
- College-level coursework in chemistry.
Responsibilities:
Adjunct faculty are responsible for the following:
- Adhering to the university policies, procedures, and university calendar with respect to reporting information to university offices.
- Administering student evaluation and timely and accurately submitting the required paperwork related to instruction, including grades and course evaluations.
- Grading weekly assignments, responding to student emails and phone calls promptly, and providing feedback in a timely manner.
- Preparing course materials, including writing test questions and delivering assignments appropriate to the subject matter.
- Meeting with students and hosting office hours.
- Adhering to the goals and objectives of the course, as guided by the Department Chair.
To Apply:
Dominican University will accept applications for this position until it is filled. Please submit a (1) cover letter, (2) CV/resume, including a list of references, and (3) a one to two-page teaching philosophy statement.
Official transcripts will be required of finalists; submission instructions will be provided to applicants as necessary.
Physical Demands
- Ability to spend moderate durations of the workday standing or walking around
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Salary and FLSA Status
- Salary: The actual pay is determined based on credentials, course level, and credit hours
- FLSA Status: Exempt, Part-Time
Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
About Dominican University
Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.
Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families’ level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois.
Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu.
Expectations for all Dominican Employees
To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a supportive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.
Institutional Statement
Dominican University is committed to fostering a supportive academic community that provides access and opportunity for all our students.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal and state employment regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need accommodations due to a disability, you may contact us at opc@dom.edu for assistance.