Adjunct Faculty - Public Health

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Lawrence (MA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Essex Community College seeks Adjunct Faculty in Public Health for the Lawrence campus to teach CHW courses during the 2026-27 year. Instructors may teach Spring 2027 CHW-203 and CHW-208, with formats spanning daytime, evenings, online, and hybrid options.

Candidates should have public health informatics, data analysis, and emergency preparedness experience to address community health challenges. Candidates must be prepared to work with diverse student populations and align courses with

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Health, Health Informatics or related field.
• Experience teaching in a college setting.
• 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 in higher education

Public health knowledge

Technology in instruction

Education

Master's degree in Public Health or related field

Tools

Brightspace LMS

Job description

Job Description - Adjunct Faculty - Public Health (26000701)

Job Description

Adjunct Faculty - Public Health - ( 26000701 )

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 - Public Health; Public Health Department; Division of Health Professions; Lawrence campus (414 Common Street); MCCC/MTA DCE Unit Position

SUMMARY: We are seeking instructors for our pool of Adjunct Faculty to teach various Public Health / Community Health Worker (CHW) courses on an as needed basis for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. For Spring 2027, we are specifically looking for applicants to teach CHW-203 Exploring Public Health Informatics and/or CHW-208 Public Health Preparedness. The successful candidate has experience with public health informatics, health information systems, data analysis and visualization, public health surveillance, emergency preparedness and management, and applying data and technology to address public health challenges. Classes are typically offered at NECC's Lawrence campus during daytime and evening hours, as well as online, face-to-face, and in hybrid formats.

A list of potential 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 Health Professions

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

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience teaching in a community college
• Experience with Brightspace LMS

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.

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 (Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Elizabete Trelegan – Assistant Director of Human Resources, 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