Remote Chemistry Lab Instructor Jobs in California

Position overview
Position title: Extension Instructor
Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is: $875 per unit. Additionally, a course development fee of $100 per unit is payable for the first time the course is taught in each modality.
Anticipated start: Winter 2027
Application Window
Open date: April 21, 2026
Next review date: Monday, Aug 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
Part-Time Cosmetic Chemistry Instructor (Hybrid)
University of California, Riverside - University Extension
ABOUT UCR UNIVERSITY EXTENSION
University Extension is the continuing and professional education division of the University of California, Riverside offering programs and certificates to domestic and international students. University Extension values excellence and has educated international students for over forty years.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Position Title: Cosmetic Chemistry: Part-Time UNEX Instructor
Salary Range: Compensation for this position is: $875 per unit. Additionally, a course development fee of $100 per unit is payable for the first time the course is taught in each modality.
Anticipated Start: Winter 2027
Location: Hybrid (Webcast & In-person)
POSITION DESCRIPTION
UCR Extension is seeking experienced professionals to join our instructional team as a part-time instructor for adult learners. Successful candidates of this continuous recruitment will be eligible to teach courses as they are scheduled during the year in our Cosmetic Chemistry Program. Course offerings provide students with tools and techniques that are applicable to industry, help students understand the chemical principles behind product stability, performance, and safety, learn how to formulate cosmetic and personal care products using professional ingredients and industry-standard methods, students learn ways to apply regulatory and safety guidelines that govern cosmetic manufacturing, and how to translate lab-based concepts into commercially viable product ideas.
Courses are generally (6-9) weeks in length, on average 3-4 teaching hours per week, and are offered online and in-person labs. Courses delivered in-person are typically scheduled days and evenings, Saturday & Sunday for labs.
Courses include:
Introduction to Cosmetic Science
Skin and Hair Biology
Emulsion and Surfactant Technology
Product Development w/Independent Project
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide instruction in accordance with the established instructional agreement, curriculum outlines, and class schedule provided by University Extension.
• Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline the grading policies of the course.
• Work in conjunction with collaborative partners and subject matter experts to ensure that course information is current.
• Participate in scheduled orientations, meetings, and mandatory training programs by UCR's established deadlines.
• Maintain timely and accurate academic records within the learning management system, and submit timely and accurate documentation, as well as student grades, as outlined in the instructional agreement.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct.

REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Requirements

• Advanced degree in Cosmetic Chemistry, a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Five years of related work experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to provide instruction in- person and online.
• Commitment to diversity and the University's mission.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching adult learners.
• Experience with curriculum development and course design.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish.
• Ability to teach a wide range of courses.

APPLICATION INFORMATION
This is a continuous recruitment. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis. The interview process may include a teaching demonstration.
Document Requirement

• Curriculum Vitae
• Most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching - A personal document containing personal thoughts and experiences and including concrete examples of your teaching and mentoring style in context to your discipline.
• Statement of Past and/or Planned Future Contributions to Advancing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence - Statement on your past and/or potential future contributions to promoting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, which is a key requirement of the role of every faculty member and administrator at UCR. There are numerous ways to contribute, and a commitment to this part of our mission can be reflected through research, teaching, supervision, mentoring, community engagement, service, and any of the other varied activities that are a part of an academic career.

Reference Requirement

• 3 required (contact information only)

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

• Individuals hired to teach these courses must understand that all such agreements with the University are made on a course-by-course basis and that the instructor has no guarantee, expressed or implied, of continual involvement with the University in any capacity.
• This part-time position has no benefits but participates in the University of California Defined Contribution Plan.

Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• Advanced degree in Cosmetic Chemistry , a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Five years of related work experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to provide instruction in-person and online.
• Commitment to diversity and the University's mission.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience teaching adult learners.
• Experience with curriculum development and course design.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish.
• Ability to teach a wide range of courses.

Application Requirements
Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching
• Misc/Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Applicants will provide names and contacts.
Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/JPF02251
Help contact: adilean.coffin@ucr.edu
About UC Riverside
The University of California, Riverside is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) and the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HSRU). A commitment to the UCR mission ( https://apro.ucr.edu/mission-statement ) is a preferred qualification.
We seek to hire scholars who will both advance our research directions and effectively educate our undergraduate and graduate students, while also engaging with University and Professional service activities. Research and teaching statements that are included with application materials are opportunities for candidates to share knowledge, experience, and goals that support the mission of UCR. For more information on UC's criteria for successful faculty, refer to the Academic Personnel Manual (APM) 210 - Criteria for Appointment, Promotion, and Appraisal ( https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-210.pdf ). For Non-Senate faculty positions, review criteria and duties are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, State, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. A Misconduct Disclosure Survey will be completed through Truescreen, which is the vendor that administers this process for the campus.
For the University of California's Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy please visit:
https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH .
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Job location
Riverside, CA