Adjunct Faculty - Bioversity, Introductory Lab Operations

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is looking for adjunct instructors to teach workforce training for MassBio’s Bioversity program in Boston. This role focuses on equipping adult learners with the practical skills needed for biotechnology lab operations.

Instructors will engage students through hands-on sessions covering lab safety, equipment maintenance, and workflow management, preparing them for entry-level positions in the biotech industry.

Qualifications

• Professionals with hands-on experience in laboratory operations or support in biotech, pharma, or research.
• Ability to translate complex lab environments into clear, accessible concepts for entry-level learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach on-site in Dorchester for two days a week.
• Deliver hands-on training sessions focused on lab operations.
• Facilitate practical exercises and real lab scenarios.

Skills

Hands-on laboratory experience

Effective communication skills

Understanding of lab safety protocols

Job description

The School of Professional Studies is seeking adjunct instructors to deliver in‑person workforce training for MassBio’s Bioversity program. This 8‑week, noncredit program prepares adult learners for entry‑level roles in biotechnology lab operations.

This role is designed for professionals with hands‑on experience in laboratory operations, facilities, or support functions within biotech, pharma, or research environments. The instructor will translate real‑world lab workflows into practical, job‑ready training that prepares learners to succeed in roles such as lab technician, lab operations associate, or facilities support.

Students are non‑traditional adult learners preparing to enter the biotech workforce. Instruction should emphasize applied skills, workplace readiness, and operational understanding over theoretical science.

• Teach on‑site in Dorchester an estimated two days a week for 3‑hour blocks between the hours of 9:30 am - 3:30 pm.
• Deliver engaging, hands‑on training sessions focused on day‑to‑day lab operations, including:
  • Lab safety and PPE in real‑world environments
  • Equipment use and maintenance (freezers, CO2 incubators, LN2 systems, etc.)
  • Sample handling and storage workflows
  • Receiving, inventory management, and material tracking
  • SOP execution and documentation practices
• Translate complex lab environments into clear, accessible concepts for entry‑level learners
• Emphasize how work gets done in a lab setting (workflow, communication, accountability)
• Facilitate practical exercises and simulations aligned to real lab scenarios, such as:
  • Equipment handling and troubleshooting
  • Inventory and materials management
  • Following and writing SOPs
  • Identifying and correcting operational errors
• Develop and administer effective assessments in a variety of formats on the key learning concepts
• Provide feedback to students regarding the subject matter and the professional skills needed to be hired and perform well in the workplace
• 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 from its initial delivery