Adjunct Faculty - Chemistry and Biochemistry

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

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Worcester Until 9/20/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted July 22, 2026 Last posted July 22, 2026
Job description

JOB TITLE

Adjunct Faculty - Chemistry and Biochemistry

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Chemistry & Biochemistry - JM

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach day and/or evening classes for the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry. Part-time faculty positions are established to maintain an applicant pool for the Department. Appointments will be made on an as-needed basis.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Applicants are expected to hold a PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a closely related field. Qualified candidates will be contacted by the Department. Applications will remain under consideration until the posting closes.

There is a potential need for both undergraduate and graduate courses. The goal is to integrate a successful applicant into related activities at WPI with teaching assignments matched with the background and availability of the applicant.

Compensation: $2,450 per lab section up to $9,800 per course

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

About this role

Summary

Teach chemistry/biochemistry courses; part-time, undergraduate and graduate levels, flexible schedule

Job title

Adjunct Faculty - Chemistry and Biochemistry

Experience level

PhD required

Industry

education

Location requirements

Worcester, on-site; no remote work allowed

Salary

$2k–$10k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

PhD in chemistry or biochemistry

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

chemistrybiochemistry
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Worcester, MA, USA

On-site City