23-26 CY Chemistry & Biochemistry Adjunct Pool

East Stroudsburg University’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is looking for Adjunct Instructors to teach laboratories in general and organic chemistry and non-majors courses. Located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, ESU’s proximity to New York City and Philadelphia provides convenient access to internships, careers and social activities. Just minutes from campus are the country’s largest water parks, scenic Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area, Appalachian Trail, and other opportunities for recreational fun. 
Responsibilities include teaching college chemistry and biochemistry general education courses and laboratories.  ESU's Chemistry and Biochemistry Department offers undergraduate programs of study that lead to  Bachelor’s degrees in Chemistry, Biochemistry and Chemical Biotechnology.  The program offers a comprehensive foundation of courses and an opportunity for students to select elective courses within specific areas of Chemistry and Biochemistry to prepare students to excel in careers in industry, professional medical areas, or graduate programs.

The ESU Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry programs are accredited by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB).  The department is housed in the Hoeffner Science and Technology center populating 13 dedicated teaching and research laboratories and a cold room, in addition to modern faculty offices.  The department maintains an impressive suite of instrumentation highlighted by a Bruker 400Mhz NMR, Agilent LC/Q-TOF Mass Spec, GC/MS, GC, Eclipse Fluorescence Spec and HPLC.  A Perkin Elmer AAS, NexION ICP-MS, Thermo Nicolet FTIR and a Kodak gel imaging system complement a host of other instrumentation including several UV/Vis Specs and centrifuges.
Details can be found at https://www.esu.edu/chemistry_biochemistry/index.cfm

Qualifications

•  Successful candidates will possess a minimum of a master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or closely related area. Previous teaching experience is preferred.

What We Offer 

•  If qualified, outstanding benefits package including medical from date of hire, retirement contributions, employee wellness program, and paid holiday leave.
• Optional membership to PSECU Credit Union
• Community commitment to living by the Warrior Code:   
  • Accountable for One's Actions  
  • Positive, Honest, and Loyal  
  • Committed to Self-Growth  
  • Willing to Sacrifice for the Greater Good  
  • Respectful of the Environment and Community  
  • Dedicated to Empowering Others  

Special Instructions to Applicant
Applicants must apply through the ESU Job Portal and are required to attach the following to the online application:  a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts required before the appointment), and contact information including e-mail addresses for three professional references. Upload all documents to the online application. Final selection will be based on a review of the candidate’s vita and a successful interview (If conducted by the search committee). Only confidential reference letters are accepted at askhr@esu.edu. All candidates must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States and official transcripts at the time of employment.
Must be at least 18 years old and have English literacy skills. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing a thorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse, and employment/degree verifications. We are proud ESU is an equal-opportunity employer. For more information on President Long's 10-point plan, click here: https://www.esu.edu/president/10-action-plan.cfm