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Lecturer in Chemistry jobs are open across universities, community colleges, and research institutions, at every level from adjunct to tenured track, with specializations in organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, and biochemistry. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Instructor/Lecturer/Senior Instructor/Lecturer in General Chemistry
Department of Chemistry
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
The Department of Chemistry in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a specialized faculty position as an Instructor/Lecturer/Senior Instructor/Lecturer in General Chemistry.
Responsibilities
Duties in the Instructor/Lecturer/ Senior Instructor/Lecturer position are:
Preparing and presenting contents in lecture and laboratory courses in General Chemistry. Additional duties will include the following, depending on the title and rank of the position:
(i) Supervising and mentoring teaching assistants, holding office hours to meet with students outside of class time, writing and grading examinations, and assigning grades.
(ii) Coordinating and communicating with the Associate Director of Teaching Labs and lab staff about general chemistry lab courses and experiments.
(iii) Attending General Chemistry area meetings and serving on one departmental and/or university-wide committee each year.
(iv) Revising course content and syllabi to meet General Education certification and recertification. (v) Developing content and teaching online General Chemistry courses that fulfill the University online course certification requirement.
Duties at the Senior Instructor/Lecturer level also include substantial additions, improvements, or other contributions to the chemistry curriculum, such as new course development, study abroad experiences, and innovative teaching methods that improve student learning.
Qualifications
Applicants for the Instructor rank must (i) hold a Masters degree in chemistry, or a closely related field, (ii) have demonstrated potential for high-quality college or university-level teaching in chemistry, and (iii) demonstrate a record of teaching effectiveness that meets the following elements of teaching excellence:
- Well-designed
- Well-delivered
- Inclusive and ethical
- Reflective and evolving
Applicants for the Senior Instructor rank must (i) hold a Masters degree in chemistry, or a closely related field, (ii) have demonstrated excellence in university-level teaching in chemistry, (iii) demonstrate a record of teaching effectiveness that meets the following elements of teaching excellence:
- Well-designed
- Well-delivered
- Inclusive and ethical
- Reflective and evolving
and, (iv) experience in curriculum development or current educational technologies. Experience and/or a strong interest in the creation of new and innovative course materials and experiments will enhance an application.
Applicants for the Lecturer rank must (i) hold a PhD in chemistry, or a closely related field and (ii) have demonstrated potential for high-quality college or university-level teaching in chemistry, and (iii) demonstrate a record of teaching effectiveness that meets the following elements of teaching excellence:
- Well-designed
- Well-delivered
- Inclusive and ethical
- Reflective and evolving
Applicants for the Senior Lecturer rank must (i) hold a PhD in chemistry, or a closely related field, (ii) have demonstrated excellence in university-level teaching in chemistry, (iii) demonstrate a record of teaching effectiveness that meets the following elements of teaching excellence:
- Well-designed
- Well-delivered
- Inclusive and ethical
- Reflective and evolving
and, (iv) experience in curriculum development or current educational technologies. Experience and/or a strong interest in the creation of new and innovative course materials and experiments will enhance an application.
SALARY AND APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
This is a full-time, 9-month appointment paid over 12 months, non-tenure track position, renewable yearly subject to enrollments, funding, and strong performance evaluations. Target start date is August 1, 2027, but renewed appointments will be on a 9-month service basis (Aug 16-May 15). The 9-month salary ranges are as follows:
Instructor or Lecturer is $61,000–$64,000
Senior Instructor or Senior Lecturer is $66,000–$69,000
Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy. This position is eligible for sponsorship for work authorization, except for sponsorship of a new H1B petition that would incur the $100,000 fee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND DEADLINE INFORMATION
Create your University of Illinois application through: https://go.illinois.edu/CHEMSF . We ask that all documents be uploaded in a single .pdf file as an upload in the "Resume/CV" section.
Applicants are required to submit:
- An up-to-date curriculum vitae.
- A statement of teaching philosophy and self-evaluation,
- Name and email addresses for three professional references
- In cases where the candidate has prior teaching experience, a teaching portfolio that includes:
- a packet of materials from two different courses recently taught, including syllabi, policies, schedule of topics/assignments, blank copies of assignments/examinations, and other documents that demonstrate teaching effectiveness;
- records of three classroom observations by peers from the time of service as Instructor/Lecturer;
- longitudinal student evaluations that cover every semester of service as Instructor/Lecturer; and,
- if the candidate advances in the search process, a letter from the supervisor of the candidate, a senior colleague well-versed with the candidate’s teaching performance, or the head/chair of the candidate’s department will be requested.
Full consideration will be given to complete applications received by Dec 4, 2026. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that date.
For further information regarding application procedures, you may contact lascollegehiring@illinois.edu.
Founded in 1867 as Illinois’s flagship public university, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign empowers a global community of students, scholars, and alumni to change the world through bold, innovative research and transformative education. With a land-grant heritage rooted in progress, Illinois faculty drive paradigm-shifting discoveries, mentor future leaders, and collaborate across 15 colleges and instructional units and more than 20 research institutes. The university’s legacy of excellence includes 24 Nobel Prizes and 29 Pulitzer Prizes awarded to its faculty and alumni, $755 million in sponsored research funding, and 94 academic programs ranked in the top 20 nationally. Illinois offers the resources, recognition, and reach to accelerate your career — along with a highly competitive benefits portfolio. Discover how the Illinois Value Proposition fosters professional longevity, personal fulfillment, and a deep sense of purpose in every role.
Faculty Recruitment
Champaign-Urbana
The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1039104
Job Category: Faculty
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
Instructor/Lecturer/Senior Instructor/Lecturer in General Chemistry
Department of Chemistry
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
The Department of Chemistry in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a specialized faculty position as an Instructor/Lecturer/Senior Instructor/Lecturer in General Chemistry.
Responsibilities
Duties in the Instructor/Lecturer/ Senior Instructor/Lecturer position are:
Preparing and presenting contents in lecture and laboratory courses in General Chemistry. Additional duties will include the following, depending on the title and rank of the position:
(i) Supervising and mentoring teaching assistants, holding office hours to meet with students outside of class time, writing and grading examinations, and assigning grades.
(ii) Coordinating and communicating with the Associate Director of Teaching Labs and lab staff about general chemistry lab courses and experiments.
(iii) Attending General Chemistry area meetings and serving on one departmental and/or university-wide committee each year.
(iv) Revising course content and syllabi to meet General Education certification and recertification. (v) Developing content and teaching online General Chemistry courses that fulfill the University online course certification requirement.
Duties at the Senior Instructor/Lecturer level also include substantial additions, improvements, or other contributions to the chemistry curriculum, such as new course development, study abroad experiences, and innovative teaching methods that improve student learning.
Qualifications
Applicants for the Instructor rank must (i) hold a Masters degree in chemistry, or a closely related field, (ii) have demonstrated potential for high-quality college or university-level teaching in chemistry, and (iii) demonstrate a record of teaching effectiveness that meets the following elements of teaching excellence:
- Well-designed
- Well-delivered
- Inclusive and ethical
- Reflective and evolving
Applicants for the Senior Instructor rank must (i) hold a Masters degree in chemistry, or a closely related field, (ii) have demonstrated excellence in university-level teaching in chemistry, (iii) demonstrate a record of teaching effectiveness that meets the following elements of teaching excellence:
- Well-designed
- Well-delivered
- Inclusive and ethical
- Reflective and evolving
and, (iv) experience in curriculum development or current educational technologies. Experience and/or a strong interest in the creation of new and innovative course materials and experiments will enhance an application.
Applicants for the Lecturer rank must (i) hold a PhD in chemistry, or a closely related field and (ii) have demonstrated potential for high-quality college or university-level teaching in chemistry, and (iii) demonstrate a record of teaching effectiveness that meets the following elements of teaching excellence:
- Well-designed
- Well-delivered
- Inclusive and ethical
- Reflective and evolving
Applicants for the Senior Lecturer rank must (i) hold a PhD in chemistry, or a closely related field, (ii) have demonstrated excellence in university-level teaching in chemistry, (iii) demonstrate a record of teaching effectiveness that meets the following elements of teaching excellence:
- Well-designed
- Well-delivered
- Inclusive and ethical
- Reflective and evolving
and, (iv) experience in curriculum development or current educational technologies. Experience and/or a strong interest in the creation of new and innovative course materials and experiments will enhance an application.
SALARY AND APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
This is a full-time, 9-month appointment paid over 12 months, non-tenure track position, renewable yearly subject to enrollments, funding, and strong performance evaluations. Target start date is August 1, 2027, but renewed appointments will be on a 9-month service basis (Aug 16-May 15). The 9-month salary ranges are as follows:
Instructor or Lecturer is $61,000–$64,000
Senior Instructor or Senior Lecturer is $66,000–$69,000
Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy. This position is eligible for sponsorship for work authorization, except for sponsorship of a new H1B petition that would incur the $100,000 fee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND DEADLINE INFORMATION
Create your University of Illinois application through: https://go.illinois.edu/CHEMSF . We ask that all documents be uploaded in a single .pdf file as an upload in the "Resume/CV" section.
Applicants are required to submit:
- An up-to-date curriculum vitae.
- A statement of teaching philosophy and self-evaluation,
- Name and email addresses for three professional references
- In cases where the candidate has prior teaching experience, a teaching portfolio that includes:
- a packet of materials from two different courses recently taught, including syllabi, policies, schedule of topics/assignments, blank copies of assignments/examinations, and other documents that demonstrate teaching effectiveness;
- records of three classroom observations by peers from the time of service as Instructor/Lecturer;
- longitudinal student evaluations that cover every semester of service as Instructor/Lecturer; and,
- if the candidate advances in the search process, a letter from the supervisor of the candidate, a senior colleague well-versed with the candidate’s teaching performance, or the head/chair of the candidate’s department will be requested.
Full consideration will be given to complete applications received by Dec 4, 2026. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that date.
For further information regarding application procedures, you may contact lascollegehiring@illinois.edu.
Founded in 1867 as Illinois’s flagship public university, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign empowers a global community of students, scholars, and alumni to change the world through bold, innovative research and transformative education. With a land-grant heritage rooted in progress, Illinois faculty drive paradigm-shifting discoveries, mentor future leaders, and collaborate across 15 colleges and instructional units and more than 20 research institutes. The university’s legacy of excellence includes 24 Nobel Prizes and 29 Pulitzer Prizes awarded to its faculty and alumni, $755 million in sponsored research funding, and 94 academic programs ranked in the top 20 nationally. Illinois offers the resources, recognition, and reach to accelerate your career — along with a highly competitive benefits portfolio. Discover how the Illinois Value Proposition fosters professional longevity, personal fulfillment, and a deep sense of purpose in every role.
Faculty Recruitment
Champaign-Urbana
The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1039104
Job Category: Faculty
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lecturer in chemistry jobs.
- Master's degree or PhD in chemistry or a closely related field
- Experience teaching undergraduate chemistry lecture and laboratory courses
- Proficiency with standard analytical instrumentation including NMR, HPLC, and GC
- Ability to design and update laboratory safety protocols in compliance with institutional standards
- Strong written and oral communication skills for diverse undergraduate audiences
- Experience with learning management systems and course management software
Tips for Your Lecturer in Chemistry Job Search
Tailor your teaching portfolio for each application
Hiring committees at community colleges and four-year universities weigh your teaching philosophy statement and syllabi samples differently. Align your portfolio documents to the institution type you're targeting, since research universities want evidence of lab-course design while community colleges prioritize inclusive pedagogy.
Highlight lab course development experience
Many chemistry lecturer postings require demonstrated ability to design or redesign undergraduate lab curricula. If you've built a new experiment module or updated safety protocols, call that out explicitly on your CV rather than burying it under general teaching duties.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lecturer in chemistry openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by course level, not just subject
Openings for general chemistry instructors and upper-division organic or analytical lecturers are posted separately and attract different candidate pools. Filtering by the specific course level you're qualified to teach helps you find openings where your credentials are the strongest match.
Prepare a teaching demonstration before interviews
Most on-campus interviews for chemistry lecturer roles include a 20-to-50-minute teaching demonstration to a live audience. Practice explaining a concept like equilibrium or spectroscopy to a mixed-background class, and anticipate follow-up questions from search committee members about your pedagogical choices.
Negotiate startup funds and course release, not just salary
Lecturer offers often have limited salary flexibility, but you can negotiate lab supply budgets, course load reductions in your first semester, or professional development funding. Raising these points after a written offer demonstrates awareness of academic norms and rarely jeopardizes the offer.
Lecturer in Chemistry Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lecturer in chemistrys?
John Carroll University, University Of Washington, and Sam Houston State University are hiring the most lecturer in chemistrys right now, with openings concentrated in Ohio, Georgia, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Community college districts and large public university systems tend to post the highest volume of openings each hiring cycle.
How many lecturer in chemistry jobs are remote?
About 0% of lecturer in chemistry openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote opportunities concentrated in online-only general chemistry instruction rather than lab-based courses. Roles that involve in-person laboratory supervision are almost exclusively on-site, while lecture-only adjunct positions carry the highest share of remote availability.
How do you become a lecturer in chemistry?
You typically need at least a master's degree in chemistry or a closely related discipline, though many four-year institutions require a PhD. Building your candidacy means gaining classroom experience as a teaching assistant, developing your own syllabi, and assembling a teaching portfolio that includes a philosophy statement, sample course materials, and evidence of student outcomes. Applying to adjunct roles first is a common path to full-time lecturer positions.
Can you get hired as a lecturer in chemistry with limited teaching experience?
Yes, candidates with strong research backgrounds but limited formal teaching experience do get hired, particularly at institutions that value subject-matter depth in specialized courses like physical chemistry or instrumental analysis. Emphasizing any mentoring, tutoring, workshop facilitation, or graduate teaching assistantship work on your application materials helps fill the experience gap. Community colleges and continuing education programs are generally more open to candidates who are newer to the classroom.
What does the lecturer in chemistry interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone or video screen conducted by a department chair or search committee, followed by an on-campus visit for finalists. That visit usually includes a teaching demonstration to students or faculty, a research or professional presentation, one-on-one meetings with department members, and a final conversation with a dean or hiring officer. The full process from first contact to offer can take several weeks to a few months depending on the institution's academic calendar.
Where can I find and apply to lecturer in chemistry jobs?
You can find and apply to lecturer in chemistry jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from colleges, universities, and research institutions across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your subject expertise and experience level, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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