Summer Teaching Opportunity in Life Science Chemistry

Description

Messina College is seeking an instructor for Life Science Chemistry. Life Science Chemistry introduces Health Science students to basic chemical principles in preparation for a discussion of the chemistry of living systems that forms the major part of the course. Topics in the areas of general, organic and biological chemistry are covered. 

 

In Summer 2025, an instructor for one lecture and two lab sections of Life Science Chemistry are needed. The summer term runs from July 7 through August 15. Classes will meet at the following times:

 

Lecture: Monday through Thursday, 1:00 - 2:20 pm

Labs: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 - 11:50 am

 

 

About Messina College

 

Messina College is a new two-year residential college division of Boston College that offers an associate’s degree program for first-generation and low-income students. The program’s goal is to prepare students to enroll in a bachelor’s degree program or begin their professional careers upon graduation. Messina College students live and study on the Brookline Campus of Boston College and have full access to BC’s facilities and programs. Applicants may learn more about Messina College at www.bc.edu/messina. 

Qualifications

Qualifications

 

Candidates should have experience teaching chemistry or life sciences at the college level.  A Ph.D. or M.A. in a relevant field or advanced graduate standing will be considered. 

 

Classes will be offered on the Brookline campus of Boston College. Part time faculty receive a competitive salary on a per course basis.  In addition, part time faculty at Messina College have shared office space to prepare lectures and meet with students.

Application Instructions

Candidates should submit their cover letter and CV and include the names and contact information of three professional references.

Interested applicants should apply online via Interfolio:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Boston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process.

Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university that strives to integrate research excellence with a foundational commitment to formative liberal arts education. The university is an equal opportunity employer. In concert with our Jesuit, Catholic mission, Boston College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans.