Adjunct Faculty;

Biology Location:

Danvers/Lynn, MA Category:

Adjunct Job Type:

Part-time Posted On:

Wed Aug 5 2026

Job Description:

Adjunct Faculty:

Biology Work Schedule:

Consistent with MCCC contract MCCC unit position

Start Date:

Fall 2026

Semester SALARY:

Minimum salary is $1,397 per credit hour. Actual salary is commensurate with the DCE Collective Bargaining Agreement At this time, the College is not providing sponsorships for Visas. The STEM and Business Division invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach introductory Biology beginning in the Fall 2026 semester. Current openings may be at our Danvers or Lynn campuses.

Current offerings are for:

BIO101: Biology 1: The Basics of Life An introduction to the basic principles of biology. The course covers the chemistry of the cell, cell structure and function, cell division, genetics and some evolution. The laboratory is designed to enhance lecture and to develop investigative skills. (3 hours of lecture, 2 hours of lab per week) Please refer to the Find Courses link on the College website for addition course information. Other biology courses may be available, and we anticipate offerings in future semesters. Assignments may include daytime or evening classes at our campuses or at high school throughout the region.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Teach courses- in lecture and in lab- as assigned by the Division Dean. Prepare course syllabi, proctor and grade course assessments for both lecture and laboratory as scheduled, report final student grades, and complete student alerts by the specified dates each semester. Develop and apply assessment strategies that maximize the learning process and measure student learning outcomes Embrace the ideals of diversity and inclusiveness and support the equal rights of all people by advancing the understanding and appreciation of differences including age, race, gender, ability, religious convictions, socio-economic status, ethnic heritage, or sexual orientation. Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.

Job Requirements:

Master's Degree or higher in Biology or a degree in a related field with graduate-level credit in the subject area. Evidence of commitment to and experience working with a diverse student body Knowledge of current laboratory safety practices in a teaching laboratory setting Evidence of successful prior science teaching in higher education Candidates will be required to pass a CORI/SORI and/or National background check as a condition of employment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Community College teaching experience strongly preferred. Experience with Blackboard or similar Learning Management System Predisposition to working in a dynamic environment requiring flexibility, adaptability, and teamwork Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Additional Information:

North Shore Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator, Affirmative Action and Compliance Officer, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for

Civil Rights:

TitleIX@northshore.edu Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Security Report (ASR), in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistic Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website by clicking here . In alignment with our mission to provide accessible, affordable, and rigorous educational and employment opportunities, NSCC is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and employment process, and to support fulfilling essential job functions. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our ADA/504

Coordinator:

Employee_Accom@northshore.edu North Shore Community College participates in E-Verify.

Closes:

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