Adjunct Faculty- Biochemistry

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is seeking adjunct faculty to teach biochemistry recitations for the Fall 2026 semester. All sections will be conducted in-person on Fridays throughout the day. Candidates must have at least one year of teaching experience at the college level.

The instructor will facilitate student learning through practice problems and quizzes, focusing on problem solving and application of biochemical concepts. This role emphasizes the cellular and physiological aspects of biochemistry, which are essential for medical school.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in teaching, preferably at the college level.
• Strong skills in problem solving and data interpretation.
• Knowledge of biochemistry concepts and applications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instruction in face-to-face classes.
• Provide assignments that demonstrate real-world applications.
• Use University’s learning management system for communication.
• Advising students through office hours and appointments.

Skills

Teaching experience

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Education

Master's degree or higher in a relevant field

Job description

The School of Arts and Sciences seeks adjunct faculty to teach biochemistry recitations for the Fall 2026 semester. All sections are taught as face-to-face, in-person courses, on Fridays throughout the day.

Successful candidates will have at least one year of experience teaching, preferably at the college level.

During recitations, the recitation instructor will assist students working through practice problems and administer quizzes that are provided by the recitation coordinator/lecture instructor. Problem solving, as well as interpretation and analysis of data from the biochemical literature will be emphasized during recitations. Course description: Students learn the structure, metabolism, and biochemical function of major macromolecules (proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids). Bioenergetics, enzyme kinetics, cell signaling, and regulation are studied at the molecular level. An emphasis is placed on cellular and physiological applications of biochemistry (in particular, competencies important for study in medical school).

Responsibilities

• Delivers engaging instruction in face-to-face, in-person classes
• Provides assignments that demonstrate real-world applications of concepts covered
• Provides students with an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with those of the School, texts, assignments and deliverables, timelines and evaluation criteria
• Uses the University’s learning management system to post syllabus, assignments and other materials and to communicate with students
• Advises and assists students through in-person office hours or scheduled appointments, by videoconference, phone, or email, and through other University-approved mechanisms