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Infographic showing various Online Physics Instructor job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 33% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,197 per year, or $28 per hour.

On-Campus Chemistry and Physics Adjunct Faculty-School of Natural Science and Mathematics

Indiana University

Bloomington, IN • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Details
Title
On-Campus Chemistry and Physics Adjunct Faculty-School of Natural Science and Mathematics
Appointment Status
Non-Tenure Track
Department
IU East Natural Science & Mathematics
Location
East
Position Summary
Indiana University East, a regional campus of Indiana University, offers residents of eastern Indiana, western Ohio and beyond a broad range of bachelor's degrees, selected master's degrees, and certificates through its traditional main campus in Richmond, off-campus sites, and online program options. Learn more about IU East.
Indiana University East challenges students to grow intellectually and personally in a supportive and scholarly environment where faculty teaching skills and participation in the creation and dissemination of new knowledge and artistic work enhance learning opportunities for all.
Indiana University values a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and intellectual perspectives among its faculty, staff, and students. The campus is dedicated to being a strong partner in enhancing the educational, cultural, and economic development of the region it serves through community and civic engagement.
Job Description
Indiana University East is seeking qualified part-time faculty members to teach on-campus, face-to-face courses in General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Algebra-based Physics to support our Life Science program with concentrations in General Biology, Biochemistry, Human Life Science, Criminalistics, and Medical Lab Science, as well as non-science majors. Additional responsibilities may include teaching-related assessment. H-1B visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Currently, the school is interested in candidates who are qualified to teach the lecture and/or laboratory components of the following courses:
  • Introductory Chemistry
  • General Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Physical Science
  • General Physics (Algebra-based)

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities Include:
  • Teach lecture and/or laboratory courses in-person.
  • Maintaining accurate records through the Learning Management System, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing school and campus academic policies.
  • Be available to respond to student queries outside of class via email within 72 hours.
  • Demonstrate the ability to develop a professional rapport with a variety of populations and perspectives within the university and community.

Campus Safety and Security
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Basic Qualifications
Qualifications
  • An earned master's degree or higher with 18+ graduate credit hours in the discipline of the course, or a closely related discipline.
  • Preparation/background for teaching the relevant course(s).
  • A demonstrated desire to excel in teaching and support student success.

Department Contact for Questions
Tamika Bynum
Human Resources Coordinator
tabynum@iu.edu
Additional Qualifications
Salary and Rank
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Special Instructions
This job posting announces future anticipated teaching opportunities. Applicant should submit:
  • A current CV or resume.
  • An unofficial copy of all graduate transcript(s).
  • A 1-page letter of interest that describes the subjects/courses that the applicant is either interested in teaching, or has experience teaching at the college level, or other relevant experience.

Applications will be reviewed by the department as the need for instructors arises, and candidates will be notified if they are chosen to interview. Adjunct positions are part-time, contracted on a semester-by-semester basis.
For Best Consideration Date
Expected Start Date
08/01/2026
Posting Number
IU-101532-2026

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