Augsburg University offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and 11 graduate degrees to more than 3,500 students of diverse backgrounds. The trademark of an Augsburg education is its emphasis on direct, personal experience. Guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, Augsburg educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.  Please see more about Augsburg's commitment to diversity and inclusion below. 

The Department of Chemistry invites applications for adjunct faculty positions to teach Introductory General Chemistry lab sections as well as Organic Chemistry Lab sections on the Minneapolis campus in the Fall 2022 semester.

The Introductory General Chemistry labs will meet on either Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, from 1:50-4:50pm. The Organic Chemistry lab with meet Tuesday mornings, from 8:00am-12:00pm. Labs will meet once per week for three hours. Instructors are expected to respond to student inquiries via email and hold regular office hours.

This is a union position which is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU Local 284.

• Candidates should be able to teach one or both subject(s), depending on their background and qualifications
• Successful candidates will have a PhD in chemistry
• Teaching experience preferred.

To apply, please upload cover letter, CV, and transcripts (unofficial copies accepted for initial application; official transcripts will be required for hire). As part of the online application process, you will be required to provide the names of three professional references.  If your application advances in the search, you will be notified prior to Augsburg contacting your references. Applications will be reviewed immediately until positions are filled. 

Among the distinctive features of the University are its deep dedication to civic and community engagement, robust undergraduate research programs, and a strong belief in the integration of liberal arts and professional studies across all programs. The University's commitment to the local neighborhood and the world is enhanced through the work of four signature centers:  the Christensen Center for Vocation, the Center for Global Education, the Sabo Center for Citizenship and Learning, and the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work. Augsburg's commitment to diversity is reflected in the student body: for the past four years, students of color comprised nearly 40 percent of the incoming first-year class. With approximately 1,000 students living on campus, Augsburg engages students in a wide range of co-curricular activities, including NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics. At both undergraduate and graduate levels, students actively engage in international travel and intercultural experiences that broaden their view of the world and deepen their engagement in it.

Augsburg's main campus is located in the vibrant Cedar-Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis, one of the most diverse areas in the Twin Cities. The University of Minnesota West Bank campus and one of the city's largest medical complexes are adjacent to Augsburg; the Mississippi River and the Seven Corners Theatre district are just a few blocks away. In addition to its Minneapolis campus, Augsburg has a vibrant branch campus in Rochester, the fastest growing city in Minnesota and headquarters of the Mayo Health System. In addition to these locations, Augsburg owns and operates international sites in Mexico, Guatemala, and Namibia.

Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color or any other protected class. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities working in an academic community committed to intentional diversity. Candidates are thus encouraged to highlight skills and experiences that demonstrate intercultural competence.