Adjunct Faculty – QA/QC Career Preparation

MCPHS; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

MCPHS School of Professional Studies seeks adjunct instructors to deliver in-person 8-week noncredit training at the Worcester campus for the MBI workforce initiative. You will teach resume and interview skills, LinkedIn optimization, and interview techniques to nontraditional adult learners aiming for entry-level lab administration roles.

Sessions include mock interviews, guest speaker contributions, and development of course content with ongoing assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience teaching and/or developing in-person training.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to student success and ability to engage/motivate students in online and in-person formats.
• Comfort with ambiguity and problem-solving when launching a new initiative.

Responsibilities

• Teach on-site in Worcester two days a week for 3-hour blocks.
• Deliver hands-on sessions covering resume, cover letters, LinkedIn, and interview techniques.
• Conduct mock interviews and provide feedback to help students present themselves to employers.
• Develop and curate content (assignments, presentations, readings, discussions, quizzes, exams).
• Create effective assessments across formats and provide feedback on professional skills.

Skills

Teaching experience

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Motivating students

Problem solving

Online & in-person teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Blackboard

Zoom

Job description

The School of Professional Studies is seeking adjunct instructors to teach in-person training for MBI’s workforce training initiative related to QA/QC. This 8-week noncredit program is being delivered year-round at the MCPHS S Worcester campus. Faculty will instruct students on crafting compelling application materials, mastering interview techniques, and honing soft skills essential for securing entry-level positions in lab administration and operations at bio manufacturing companies. Students are non-traditional working adults who hold a high school diploma.

• Teach on-site in Worcester an estimated two days a week for 3-hour blocks
• Deliver engaging, hands-on sessions covering resume and cover letter writing, LinkedIn, and interview techniques, customizing content to diverse audiences
• Offer guidance on common interview questions, behavioral interview techniques, and strategies for showcasing strengths
• Conduct mock interviews and offer feedback to help students develop confidence, articulate their experiences, and make a positive impression on employers
• Incorporate expertise and participation from industry employees serving as guest speakers
• Curate and/or develop content (assignments, presentations, readings, discussion boards, quizzes, exams)
• 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
• Maintain a repository of resources, templates, and best practices related to the application and interview process
• 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

Required

• Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree in subject area or related field preferred.
• Previous experience teaching and/or developing in-person training
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• A commitment to student success and the ability to engage and motivate students in an online and in-person format
• Comfort with ambiguity and effective problem-solving related to launching a new initiative

Desired

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