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Adjunct Faculty, Biology (Multiple Vacancies)

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About Middlesex Community College

Middlesex 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.

Category: Part‑time Faculty

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Department: Academic Affairs – STEM

Locations: Lowell, MA

Posted: Jul 24, 2025

Closes: Open Until Filled

Type: Part‑time

Position ID: 190826

Job Description Title:

Adjunct Faculty, Biology (Multiple Vacancies)

Unit:

DCE Adjunct Faculty

Department:

Science

Reports to:

Dean of STEM

Date:

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 Responsibilities

Provide instruction for a group of up to 24 students in a classroom

Ability to instruct in at least one of the following courses: General Biology I, General Biology II, Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II, Nutrition

Develop and use student‑centered pedagogies

Develop and use assessment strategies that maximize the developmental learning process and measure student learning outcomes

Develop and apply instructional methods that engage students of varying learning styles and abilities

Develop and apply technology in and out of the classroom

Use Blackboard Learning Management System to post syllabi, assignments, and grades

Participate in the end‑of‑the‑term grading session of a common final assessment

Fulfill 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 Association

Requirements

Master’s degree in biology, or closely related field

Classroom teaching of high school or college science courses

Demonstrated commitment to diversity, continuous professional improvement, developmental education, inclusive pedagogies and use of technology to support student learning

Willingness to work collegially with a diverse body of faculty and staff

Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the role of the community college in higher education

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate degree preferred

Bilingual skills a plus

Working knowledge of MS Word, Blackboard LMS, and PC

Additional Information Salary Range:

DCE adjunct faculty members are paid in accordance with the DCE salary step schedule which is as follows:

Step 1 – $1,397 per credit

Step 2 – $1,487 per credit

Step 3 – $1,585 per credit

Step 4 – $1,688 per credit

Location:

Lowell campus, Bedford campus, or online

Hours:

Adjunct faculty can teach up to three courses per semester.

Expected Start Date:

September 2, 2025

Application Deadline:

These positions will remain open until filled.

Application Instructions All applicants must apply online by submitting:

Cover Letter

Resume

Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Pre‑Employment Requirements The 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.

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.

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