Adjunct Faculty - Advanced Molecular Biology Techniques

Adjunct Faculty - Advanced Molecular Biology Techniques

Remote, United States

The School of Professional Studies is seeking an adjunct instructor to develop and teach the new course Advanced Molecular Biology Techniques for the Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences. The course will be offered in an online, synchronous, semester-based format geared toward part-time, adult undergraduate students. The course will explore key techniques critical to modern biopharmaceutical research and development in depth.

Students will delve into the theoretical underpinnings, practical application, and troubleshooting of qPCR, Western Blotting, plate‑reader based assays (e.g., immunofluorescence, ELISA), and CRISPR gene editing. At the end of this course, students will gain practical experience in developing protocols, generating and interpreting experimental data, identifying and solving technical challenges, and effectively communicating scientific findings and next steps, preparing them for roles in the biopharmaceutical and biomanufacturing sectors.

• Work with assigned course designer to develop content (assignments, presentations, readings, discussion boards, quizzes, exams) as needed.
• Develop and provide students with an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with those of the School, texts and readings, assignments and deliverables, timelines, and evaluation criteria.
• Deliver course instruction, using the University learning management system and digital tools.
• Use the University's learning management system to post syllabus, assignments, and other materials and to communicate with students.
• Advise and assist students through office hours or scheduled appointments, by video conference, phone or email, and through other University‑approved mechanisms.
• Provide service, including student mentoring, ongoing course development, and collaboration towards a new certificate in life sciences industry fundamentals.
• Maintain communication with the Program Director and Assistant Dean, identifying any students of concern and relaying student progress.
• Maintain a presence in the course as directed by the Program Director, including answering student emails promptly, participating in interactive course elements where necessary.
• Ensure the course meets the high‑quality standards of other MCPHS online and on‑campus courses.
• Identify tactics to improve the course based on feedback.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor.

Required

• Advanced degree in related field
• Previous experience teaching and/or developing courses to undergraduate students in adult, part‑time, or online programs
• Previous experience in the life sciences
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• A commitment to student success and the ability to engage and motivate students
• Must be able to work independently and effectively interact with a wide array of parties at all levels (students, faculty, administration/staff, alumni, and external constituents)
• Experience with a learning management system, such as Blackboard
• Experience with video‑conferencing platforms, such as Zoom

The pay range associated with this posting reflects the amount the University reasonably expects to pay for this role at this time. Salary offers are determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications as well as internal equity, market data and pay in comparison to similarly situated employees doing comparable work.

Hiring Range: $4000.00

 Please attach a cover letter and a curriculum vitae/resume. Finalist candidate(s) for this position will be subject to reference checks and a pre‑employment background check as a condition of employment. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. MCPHS is unable to sponsor, or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. MCPHS is also not an E‑Verify institution.

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