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Faculty Part Time/Adjunct Benefit Status:
Non-Benefited - Union Campus:
UMass Lowell Department:
Biomed & Nutritional Sciences Salary:
Commensurate with training and experience. Applications Open:
May 27 2026 Applications Close:
Open until filled General Summary of the Position:
The Department of Biomedical & Nutritional Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Lowell seeks applications for a part-time Adjunct Instructor for the 2026-2027 academic year. During the Fall 2026 semester, responsibilities will consist of developing a new 3-credit combined undergraduate/graduate Advanced Histology Laboratory (BMSC.4530/5530) course. During the Spring 2027 semester responsibilities will consist of managing and teaching the course. This is a non-benefited, contractual position. The successful candidate will manage the prepping and in-person instruction of an advanced histology course, including histopathology, combining both undergraduate and graduate levels, emphasizing hands-on technical training and tissue analysis. Essential Job Duties During fall 2026: set up the designated laboratory space, assisted by staff and higher-level students who will earn credit for their work, while developing the lectures and laboratory exercises in histological principles and techniques, for implementation in spring 2027. Staring spring 2027: collaborate with staff to prepare the laboratory for the delivery of twice-weekly one-hour pre-laboratory lectures and two-hour laboratory exercises in histological techniques. Serve as Primary Instructor of a twice-weekly scheduled laboratory section (two 3-hour sessions) Provide technical instruction in tissue processing, microtomy, staining, and microscopy Evaluate student performance and progress through practical exams, written work, and participation Maintain a safe laboratory environment and ensure compliance with university safety policies Utilize instructional technologies, including Canvas and digital imaging platforms Appointment Information Position Type:
Part-time Adjunct Faculty Semester:
Beginning fall 2026 and continuing in spring 2027 Location:
UMass Lowell South Campus - Weed Hall Salary:
Commensurate with experience and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in a Biological Science, Biomedical Science, Histology, or a closely related field Demonstrated experience with histological laboratory techniques Prior teaching or training experience in a laboratory setting involving histology and histopathology Preferred Qualifications Doctoral degree in a related discipline Experience with digital pathology or image analysis tools (e.g., ImageJ, QuPath) Experience teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level Special Instructions to Applicants:
Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. This will continue to be an ongoing posting to develop a pool of applicants for openings as they arise. This is a part-time, non-benefited, Union of Adjunct Faculty, Local 1596, UAW position. See adjunct faculty salary chart here: https://www.uml.edu/hr/labor-relations/adjunct-faculty.aspx Please include a CV and cover letter with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the review process. Back to search results Apply now Refer a friend Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App Send me jobs like these We will email you new jobs that match this search. Great, we can send you jobs like this, if this is your first time signing up, please check your inbox to confirm your subscription. The email address was invalid, please check for errors. You must agree to the privacy statement Subscribe Recaptcha Privacy agreement Search results Position Job Number Department Opens Closes Faculty Part-Time - Histology Laboratory 529926 Biomed & Nutritional Sciences 27 May 2026 Open until filled The Department of Biomedical & Nutritional Sciences at UMass Lowell seeks a part-time Adjunct Instructor to develop and teach a combined undergraduate/graduate course titled Advanced Histology Laboratory for the 2026-2027 academic year. The instructor will develop the course in Fall 2026, then manage and teach it in Spring 2027, including pre-lab lectures, hands-on lab exercises, tissue processing, microtomy, staining, microscopy, student assessment, and lab safety. The role requires a relevant post-baccalaureate degree, histology laboratory experience, and prior lab-based teaching or training. Current opportunities Position Job Number Department Opens Closes Faculty Part-Time - Histology Laboratory 529926 Biomed & Nutritional Sciences 27 May 2026 Open until filled The Department of Biomedical & Nutritional Sciences at UMass Lowell seeks a part-time Adjunct Instructor to develop and teach a combined undergraduate/graduate course titled Advanced Histology Laboratory for the 2026-2027 academic year. The instructor will develop the course in Fall 2026, then manage and teach it in Spring 2027, including pre-lab lectures, hands-on lab exercises, tissue processing, microtomy, staining, microscopy, student assessment, and lab safety. The role requires a relevant post-baccalaureate degree, histology laboratory experience, and prior lab-based teaching or training. Powered by PageUp The University of Massachusetts Lowell welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws. Get answers to all of your Human Resources questions. Ask Now Search by Keyword Enter a keyword, e.g. "Professional & Professor" Refine Your Search Position Type Faculty Part Time/Adjunct 1 Locations UMass Lowell UMass Lowell 1 Categories Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences Biomedical and Nutritional Sciences 1
