Adjunct Faculty, Biology (Multiple Vacancies)

Category:: Part-time FacultySubscribe::Department:: Academic Affairs - STEMLocations:: Lowell, MAPosted:: Jul 24, 2025Closes:: Open Until FilledType:: Part-timePosition ID:: 190826About Middlesex Community CollegeMiddlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education for a diverse community from all ethnic backgrounds and identities, preparing individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a culture of inclusion in which our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our diverse student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan.As an Affirmative Action employer, MCC strongly encourages members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence to apply.Job DescriptionTitle: Adjunct Faculty, Biology (Multiple Vacancies)Unit: DCE Adjunct FacultyDepartment: ScienceReports to: Dean of STEMDate: July 24, 2025 (Reopened October 6, 2025)General Summary: Middlesex Community College seeks to fill part-time biology faculty positions in general biology I & II, anatomy and physiology I & II, and nutrition for in-person, hybrid, and online lecture and laboratory courses beginning the fall 2025 semester. The College's part-time science faculty are knowledgeable and creative professionals who have a demonstrated commitment to working with the College's diverse students and community. The College is committed to hiring creative and knowledgeable individuals that have expertise in this area.Duties And ResponsibilitiesProvide instruction for a group of up to 24 students in a classroomAbility to instruct in at least one of the following courses: General Biology I, General Biology II, Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II, NutritionDevelop and use student-centered pedagogiesDevelop and use assessment strategies that maximize the developmental learning process and measure student learning outcomesDevelop and apply instructional methods that engage students of varying learning styles and abilitiesDevelop and apply technology in and out of the classroomUse Blackboard Learning Management System to post syllabi, assignments, and gradesParticipate in the end-of-the-term grading session of a common final assessmentFulfill terms of the faculty contract as set out in the Agreement between the Board of Higher Education and the Massachusetts Community College Council/Massachusetts Teachers AssociationRequirementsMaster's degree in biology, or closely related fieldClassroom teaching of high school or college science coursesDemonstrated commitment to diversity, continuous professional improvement, developmental education, inclusive pedagogies and use of technology to support student learningWillingness to work collegially with a diverse body of faculty and staffDemonstrated understanding of and commitment to the role of the community college in higher educationPreferred QualificationsDoctorate degree preferredBilingual skills a plus Working knowledge of MS Word, Blackboard LMS, and PCAdditional InformationSalary Range: The salary assigned will be as determined by the DCE Collective Bargaining Agreement per credit salary chart.Location: Lowell campus, Bedford campus, or onlineHours: Adjunct faculty can teach up to three courses per semester.Expected Start Date: September 2, 2025Application Deadline: These positions will remain open until filled.Application InstructionsAll applicants must apply online by submitting:Cover LetterResumeNames and contact information for three (3) professional referencesPre-Employment RequirementsThe College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.mass.edu.