Adjunct Faculty - Biology

Northern Essex Community College; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 2,083,000 - 2,515,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Essex Community College in Haverhill seeks an adjunct instructor for Human Biology (BIO101) for Fall 2026. Courses will be delivered in-person on the Haverhill campus; lecture times include 12:30pm–1:45pm Tue/Thu as part of the Early College program.

We invite applications for a pool of adjuncts to teach biology, anatomy and physiology on an as-needed basis. Positions may include day and evening face-to-face classes, with potential online or hybrid training. Reports to the Dean of STEM.

Qualifications

• For a related field; master’s degree required.
• Experience teaching at the college level.
• Experience using technology in instruction and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses according to the catalog and learning outcomes.
• Adhere to NECC policies and contract requirements, including grading and meetings.

Skills

College teaching experience

Technology in instruction

Education

Master's degree in related field

Tools

LMS

Job description

POSITION: Adjunct Faculty - Biology: Natural Science Department; Division of STEM; Haverhill Campus; MCCC/MTA DCE Unit Position.

SUMMARY: For Fall 2026, we are seeking an adjunct instructor for Human Biology (BIO101). This course will be delivered in-person on the Haverhill campus. The lecture portion of the course meets from 12:30pm to 1:45pm on Tuesday / Thursday. This course is part of our Early College program.

We are also accepting applications for our pool of Adjunct Faculty to teach various Biology Courseson an as needed basis for the Fall 2026 semester and beyond.Successful applicants would teach courses in Biology, or Anatomy and Physiology.Seeking instructors for primarily dayandeveningface-to-faceclasses, which could include Early College classes. Futurepossibility of online or hybrid instructionexists and would require successful completion of mandatory training.Adjunct faculty will engage in a critical role in the teaching and learning process, contributing to student success.

A list of potential courses can be found online in the Course Catalog. Course descriptions are available on the NECC website.

Please note: Positions will be available pending sufficient enrollment.

REPORTS TO: Dean of STEM

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach assigned courses according to Academic Catalog description and established departmental student learning outcomes.
• Adhere to all NECC policies and MCCC contract requirements, including policies regarding grading, deadlines, evaluation process, syllabus requirements, materials posted on the LMS, and required meetings.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in related field
• Experience teaching in a related discipline at the college level
• Experience using technology in instruction and assessment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with teaching high school students
• Community College teaching experience
• Experience with online and hybrid teaching and experiential learning
• Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Northern Essex Community College does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check which will include CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information).

Additional Information:

SALARY: $1,512.00/credit - $1,826.00/credit, per credit based on DCE step, per the DCE Contract, non-benefited.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: As needed, based on departmental requirements and candidate availability.

**THIS POOL IS VALID THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027. APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION THEREAFTER.**

Northern Essex 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 or military 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 Affialative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Elizabete Trelegan (Assistant Director of Human Resources, B-219,978-556-3928/ [e-mail]), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Northern Essex Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Security Report (ASR), in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website at: http://www.necc.mass.edu/clery