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Massasoit Community College

Adjunct Faculty (Biology) - Massasoit Community College

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A Biology Professor teaches foundational biology ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the biology curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.

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Adjunct Faculty (Biology) - Massasoit Community College Massasoit Community College - 3.9 Brockton, MA Job Details Part-time $1,512 a month 1 day ago Qualifications Experience working with post-secondary students Biology Student supervision Grade entry Student progress monitoring Laboratory safety Doctoral degree Developing new academic courses Faculty collaboration Student report writing Laboratory instruction Student record keeping Mid-level Master's degree in biology Online learning environment experience Master's degree Instructional adaptability University course instructional design Online training platform teaching experience Higher education teaching Teaching biology Training Community college experience Student safety monitoring Educational content composition projects Student academic progress tracking Providing feedback to students
Full Job Description Location:
Brockton, MA Category:
Adjunct Faculty -
Pool Job Type:
Part-time Posted On:
Thu Jul 16 2026
Job Description:
Accepting Applications for Academic Year 2026-2027 Adjunct faculty in the biology department play a major role in instruction, working with the full-time faculty to teach a wide variety of courses. Using department course outcomes, and recommendations from the dean's office and the biology department chair, adjunct faculty develop and deliver course content using high quality pedagogical techniques to ensure maximum student success and learning.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Essential Functions Prepare course syllabi that meet all contractual requirements. Schedule classes to meet for the allotted time on every scheduled meeting day during the semester. Employ effective instructional strategies that promote student learning. Use appropriate assessment tools to accurately measure student understanding. Monitor email communications from students and the college and respond in a timely manner. Provide availability outside of class to meet with and assist students. Meet all deadlines for submission of grades, student participation reports, student grievance responses and other administrative documentation. Additional responsibilities Manage a level of flexibility that holds students accountable and recognizes the challenging work/school/life balance lead by many students at Massasoit. Ensure appropriate training in laboratory safety for laboratory classes. Follow divisional policies to maintain security of laboratory spaces, chemicals and equipment. Work collaboratively with divisional staff. Provide feedback on student progress to advisement and counseling. Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.
THIS POOL IS VALID THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027. APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION THEREAFTER.
Adjunct Faculty are part-time instructors hired on an as-needed basis. Positions may consist of day, night, or weekend positions and maybe in Brockton, Canton, Middleborough, or any other instructional site. Please note : Positions will be available pending sufficient enrollment. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the academic department.
Job Requirements:
Masters degree or higher in the biological sciences, or a Masters's degree or higher with an appropriate level of experience and training.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with and understanding of the community college environment Ability to work independently and collaboratively Capable of maintaining academic standards with empathy and honesty Knowledge of and experience using effective pedagogical strategies Experience and training in online instruction
Additional Information:
Position Status:
MCCC/MTA/DCE
position
Supervisor:
Dean of STEM Semester:
Academic Year Fall 2026 and Spring 2027
Hours:
Variable. Classes typically meet 3 - 5 hours per week.
Salary:
$1,512 per credit, with additional compensation for courses with a laboratory component, consistent with the DCE Collective Bargaining Agreement. •If hired for the position mid-semester, the salary will be pro-rated based on the number of weeks left in the semester.
Worksite:
Assignments will include all Massasoit sites. Deadline to
Apply :
June 30, 2027