Adjunct Faculty - Bioversity, Introductory Lab Operations

MCPHS; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

MCPHS School of Professional Studies seeks adjunct instructors for an 8-week, noncredit Bioversity program in Dorchester. The role centers on translating real-world lab workflows into practical, job-ready training for entry-level biotech roles.

Teach on-site, deliver hands-on sessions covering lab safety, equipment use, sample handling, inventory, SOPs, and assessments while guiding adult learners toward workforce readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Hands-on experience in laboratory operations, lab support, facilities, or biotech/pharma environment.
• Experience with common lab equipment (freezers, incubators, LN₂, gas systems).
• Previous experience teaching and/or developing in-person training.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to supporting adult learners entering the workforce.

Responsibilities

• Teach on-site in Dorchester approximately two days per week for 3-hour blocks between 9:30 am–3:30 pm.
• Deliver engaging, hands-on training sessions focused on day-to-day lab operations.
• Translate complex lab environments into clear concepts for entry-level learners.
• Develop and administer effective assessments on core learning concepts.
• Provide feedback to students regarding subject matter and professional skills.
• Ensure the course meets MCPHS quality standards and explore improvements from feedback.

Skills

Lab operations experience

Teaching / instruction

Communication skills

Adult education

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Blackboard

Zoom

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

Required

• Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree in subject area or related field preferred.
• Hands-on experience in laboratory operations, lab support, facilities, or biotech/pharma environment
• Experience working with common lab equipment (e.g., freezers, incubators, LN₂, gas systems)
• Previous experience teaching and/or developing in-person training
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Commitment to supporting adult learners entering the workforce

Desired

• Experience teaching subject matter for students entering health professions
• Experience with a learning management system, such as Blackboard
• Experience with video-conferencing platforms, such as Zoom