Adjunct Faculty Environmental Science and/or Biology

MassBay Community College is seeking Adjunct Faculty in Environmental Science and/or Biology to teach in-person laboratory courses. The role requires developing syllabi, engaging with diverse students, and employing effective instructional strategies. Candidates must commit to excellence in teaching and participate in professional development. While there may be opportunities for hybrid or online teaching, the position primarily requires in-person instruction on campus in Wellesley, MA.
Adjunct Faculty Environmental Science and/or Biology





Department: Life Sciences





Location: Wellesley Hills



MassBay fosters educational excellence and academic success to
prepare students for local and global citizenship, to promote their
personal growth, to meet critical workforce demands of communities,
and to contribute to the region’s economic development.



Massachusetts Bay Community College is served by a cadre of
employees of varied backgrounds and experiences. We invite all
individuals to consider joining our community.



Located in Greater Boston, MassBay is a comprehensive, open-access
community college, offering associate degrees and certificate
programs on three campuses in Wellesley Hills, Framingham, and
Ashland, Massachusetts.



Position Summary:



The ideal candidate will join a vibrant educational community, and
have a desire and ability to serve a population of students with
various needs and backgrounds. The candidate is expected to commit
to excellence in teaching and learning, collaboration and
professional development. Adjunct faculty are expected to deliver
course materials in a learner-centered environment conductive to
engaging students in the learning process. The faculty member in
this position communicates consistently and effectively with
students, faculty and administrators, and responds to
communications within a 24-hour period of time. The faculty is
responsible for managing this course through timely grading of
assignments, providing substantial student feedback with
assignments, and submission of clinical evaluations, attendance and
grades.



Massachusetts Bay Community College invites applications for an
adjunct faculty position in environmental science and/or biology
from qualified applicants to teach both in-person laboratory
science courses in environmental science and/or biology.
Responsibilities will include developing and teaching typical
courses in undergraduate environmental science and/or biology. They
will also demonstrate an ability to engage, mentor, and work with
diverse student populations. They will be comfortable offering
hands-on laboratory courses by implementing active learning
strategies using current computer technologies, software, and
tools. The candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to
excellence in teaching and learning, collaboration and professional
development. Courses may be held in the classroom at any of the
three campuses (in-person), or in the hybrid or online environment
upon approval after completing training. However, the candidate
must be able to teach in-person on campus.





Key Responsibilities and Duties:


Work in collaboration with Science Department faculty to
prepare syllabi and develop curricula in alignment with the
Department’s vision and needs;
Meet students regularly at the posted class and laboratory
times and teach undergraduate environmental science and/or biology
courses and laboratories using effective instructional strategies
that promote student learning consistent with the division’s
needs;
Use appropriate assessment methods consistently and regularly
to measure student understanding;
Engage in professional development activities to maintain
excellence in teaching and learning;
Maintain excellent communication with students, department, and
division staff throughout the semester;
Submit midterm and final grade reports, attendance records,
early alerts, and other reports pertaining to assigned courses by
required due dates;
Participate in appropriate laboratory safety training and
follow laboratory safety guidelines and practices as directed by
the Lab Manager or their designee;
Teach at Wellesley Hills, Framingham, or Ashland campuses as
assigned; classes may also be held at regional high schools and
regional employers and other off-site locations;
Participate in pedagogical training for distance learning and
develop an environmental science or biology course for online
teaching, as needed by the STEM Division; and
Carry out other related duties as assigned by the Dean
consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.


This list is not to be considered all-inclusive. A supervisor may
assign other duties as required to meet the needs and foster the
mission of the College.



All employees of MassBay are expected to work collegially and
collaboratively within a community that values and celebrates the
variety of student experience.



Required Qualifications:


Master’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Botany, Ecology,
Environmental Science, or a closely related field; and
Significant first-hand experience in a laboratory setting in
one of these fields.


Preferred Qualifications:


Sensitivity and commitment to the goals of Affirmative
Action;
Experience working in a community college or similar
environment;
Demonstrated commitment to working with students in need;
Interest in and availability to teach in-person biology and/or
environmental science laboratory-based courses in Fall 2026 and
beyond;
Demonstrated commitment to academic standards, student
learning, and student support; and
Experience and training in online instruction.


Additional Information:




Salary Range: $1512.00 - $1715.00 per DCE credit





Position Type: DCE-Adjunct





Application Deadline: Open until filled.





To Apply: Please include a letter of interest and resume
with your online application.



Faculty



Hiring is subject to state appropriation funding.



Final candidates are required to provide sealed transcripts and/or
certifications.



Hiring is contingent upon a successful CORI clearance.



Massachusetts Bay Community College is an affirmative action/equal
opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age,
veteran status, genetic information, gender identity 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
sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or
complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or
sexual violence shall be referred to the College’s Affirmative
Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission
Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities
Commission or the United States Department of Education’s Office
for Civil Rights.