Part-time Professor – Chemistry

Note: This is a vacancy for 1 part-time Faculty position (up to 6 hours per week) starting September 8, 2026 and ending December 18, 2026.

Note: This in-person position is located at 369 Finkle Street, Woodstock, ON N4V 1A3.

Fanshawe College is seeking a qualified and motivated Chemistry professional to teach in the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees program at the Woodstock/Oxford Regional Campus.

Why This Role Is Important Reporting to the Associate Dean, Woodstock/Oxford Regional campus, a part-time Professor at Fanshawe College is responsible for providing academic leadership and for developing an effective learning environment for students. Chemistry is a foundational pillar of this program: Students must develop confidence in chemical principles and their application to human health before entering advanced diploma and degree programs. Availability for in-person on campus delivery is required, and the successful candidate will be required to perform work within Ontario.

We require qualified faculty to teach across the following areas:

General Chemistry: Atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, and quantities in chemical reactions

Solutions and Solubility: Concentration calculations, solubility rules, and colligative properties

Acids, Bases and Equilibrium: pH, buffer systems and their physiological relevance

Organic Chemistry: Functional groups, reaction types, and organic molecules in biological systems

Biochemistry Fundamentals: Biomolecules (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids) and their roles in human health

An overview of the programs and courses can be found here: Pre-Health Sciences | Fanshawe College

How You’ll Make An Impact

Deliver high-quality, in-person chemistry instruction to students in the Pre-Health Sciences program, connecting foundational concepts to real-world health sciences applications

Design and implement engaging lesson plans, demonstrations, and assessments that are appropriate for adult learners transitioning from secondary school to post-secondary study

Evaluate student performance through assignments, tests, quizzes, and other course assessments aligned with established Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) and program Vocational Learning Outcomes (VLOs)

Provide timely, constructive feedback to support each student’s academic development and preparation for their chosen health career pathway

Use Fanshawe’s Learning Management System (FanshaweOnline/FOL) to post course materials, communicate with students, and manage grades

Maintain accurate records of grades, and student progress in accordance with College policies

Participate in curriculum review processes and contribute to the ongoing improvement of course content in collaboration with the Program Coordinator

Foster a safe, inclusive, respectful, and accessible learning environment consistent with Fanshawe’s values and the Ontario Human Rights Code

What You’ll Bring

A minimum of a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution. A Master’s degree (MSc) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a health sciences field is preferred

Minimum 2 years of post-degree professional or applied research experience in a chemistry-related field

Relevant industry experience, such as pharmaceutical sciences or drug manufacturing, clinical/medical laboratory science, environmental chemistry or testing, healthcare (e.g., pharmacy, clinical biochemistry), biochemistry or life sciences research, or chemical processing and manufacturing

Experience working in a laboratory, research, clinical, or regulated industrial setting where applied chemistry knowledge is central to daily practice

Previous teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or training experience in a post-secondary, adult education, or professional development context is considered a significant asset

Knowledge of curriculum design, learning outcomes, and student evaluation methods in a post-secondary environment is an asset

Availability to teach in-person during daytime hours

Combination of excellent leadership and teaching skills with a strong commitment to academic excellence and student success

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to relate effectively to a wide variety of learners

Strong technical/computer skills and familiarity with educational technologies

Fanshawe College uses Workday to manage recruitment and hiring processes.

Educational Credentials While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory as a condition of employment.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Accommodation Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the recruiter leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs. Accommodation requests per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act can be emailed to: askhr@fanshawec.ca

Land Acknowledgement Fanshawe College would like to acknowledge and honour the Anishinaabe, Lotinuhsyuní and Lenape people of southwestern Ontario as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands and waterways where Fanshawe College is located.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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