Adjunct Faculty - Engineering, Engineering Technology, and Physics

Massachusetts Department of Public Health; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Essex Community College (NECC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach Engineering, Engineering Technology, and Physics at the Haverhill campus. Most classes are evening sessions as part of the STEM Division, with potential online or hybrid options in the future.

Successful candidates will join a pool for Spring 2027 courses (CTE112, EST104) and may teach additional courses based on demand, enrollment, and mandatory training completion. Positions contingent on enrollment and department needs.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in a related discipline at the college level.
• Experience using technology in instruction and assessment.

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.

Skills

Teaching experience

Technology in instruction

Tools

Brightspace LMS

Job description

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Job Description - Adjunct Faculty - Engineering, Engineering Technology, and Physics (260006X2)

Job Description

Adjunct Faculty - Engineering, Engineering Technology, and Physics - ( 260006X2 )

Description

Northern Essex Community College (NECC) serves more than 5,000 students annually across its campuses in Haverhill and Lawrence, Massachusetts, conveniently located within easy reach of Boston and the scenic beaches and state parks of New England's coastline. Recognized as one of the 2026 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges by NISOD (National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development), NECC's success is driven by a mission-centered culture and a highly engaged workforce. As the first federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution in New England, NECC remains committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects and supports the communities it serves.

Rooted in the Merrimack Valley, NECC plays a vital role in strengthening the region through workforce development, expanded access to affordable higher education, increased degree attainment, and strong partnerships with businesses.

NECC employees are united by a shared commitment expanding access to educational opportunities, supporting students in completing their academic journey in a timely and equitable manner, and preparing graduates for long-term success in the workforce. The college invests in its people through ongoing professional development opportunities, collaborative leadership, and a supportive work environment.

Job Description:

POSITION: Adjunct Faculty - Engineering, Engineering Technology, and Physics; Engineering & Physics Department; STEM Division; Haverhill; MCCC/MTA DCE Unit Position. Classes are held on NECC's Haverhill campus. Seeking instructors for primarily evening classes.

SUMMARY: We are seeking instructors for our pool of Adjunct Faculty. Specifically, for the Spring 2027 semester, we are looking for candidates for CTE112 and EST104.

Successful applicants should be able to teach additional engineering and physics courses, dependent on demand each semester. 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 additional courses can be found online in the Course Catalog. Course descriptions are available on the NECC website.

Adjunct Faculty will engage in a critical role in the teaching and learning process, contributing to student success.

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.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in a related discipline at the college level
• Experience using technology in instruction and assessment

Preferred Qualifications

• Community College teaching experience
• Experience with online and hybrid teaching and experiential learning
• Experience with Brightspace Learning Management System
• 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.

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Haverhill - 100 Elliot Street

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 statues 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 Affimative 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

If you have Diversity, Affimative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Elizabete Trelegan - 9785563928