Assistant Professor, Nursing Part-Time Option

Middlesex; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 102,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision Plans

Tuition Benefits for employees and/or/

Job summary

Middlesex Community College in Lowell, MA seeks an Assistant Professor of Nursing for the Part-Time Nursing Program. You will teach in classroom, simulation lab, and clinical settings, with responsibilities across planning, evaluation, and student advisement.

The role emphasizes inclusive excellence, professional development, and collaboration with adjunct faculty to support the nursing program. Start date January 2027; location Lowell with Bedford travel.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing is required.
• Massachusetts RN license in good standing is required.
• Minimum of two years full-time nursing experience in the last five years.
• Competence in teaching, orientation, and professional development in nursing education.
• Experience in medical-surgical nursing care and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Teach evenings and weekends; participate in department, college service, and meetings.
• Collaborate with Part-Time coordinator and leadership team for the nursing option.
• Provide classroom instruction for sessions up to three hours with up to 32 students.
• Provide lab instruction with demonstrations, simulations, and skill evaluation.
• Supervise and instruct up to 8 students during six- or twelve-hour clinical days.

Skills

Clinical instruction

Nursing education

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Massachusetts Registered Nurse license

Job description

Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education to prepare individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.

The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a work environment where our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan .

Job Description:

Department: Health Division,Nursing Department

Reports to: Senior Director of Nurse Education

Date:October 30, 2026

General Summary:The Assistant Professor of Nursing for thePart-Time Nursing Program Option is a creative, knowledgeable, and flexible individual who provides classroom, simulation laboratory, and/or clinical instruction in medical surgical nursing for assigned courses in the part-time nursing program option. The faculty work with the program administrator and other faculty in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the program and participates in college service as well as student advisement. The faculty is committed to inclusive excellence, equity, diversity, and continuous professional improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaching responsibilities will be onevenings and weekends, with availability for department responsibilities, college service, and meetings during the weekday hours.
• Collaborate with Part-Time coordinator and leadership team to support the Part-Time Nursing option.
• Provide classroom instruction for sessions that last up to three hours. This requires preparation of materials, conducting lecture/discussion, using a variety of instructional materials and technologies for groups of up to 32 students. Didactic instruction also includes exam preparation, review, proctoring, analysis, grading, and posting of exam grades.
• Provide laboratory instruction that includes didactic presentations, demonstrations, use of simulation technology, skill remediation, and evaluation of skill competence. Lab instruction may also include preparation of equipment and materials for labs as well as securing/putting away equipment after the conclusion of the lab.
• Provide clinical instruction for a group of up to 8 students in institutional or community settings one-two days per week. Clinical instruction involves selecting appropriate client assignments, supervising, and instructing students as they provide direct client care during the six-hour or twelve-hour clinical day. Pre and post conferences are conducted each day. Clinical instruction includes formative and summative evaluation of student progress during the clinical experience.
• Post and conduct office hours in office space as required by Article XII of the MCCC Agreement.
• Attend department, division, and college meetings.
• Participate in college service as required by Article XII of the MCCC Agreement.
• Meet with assigned advisees at least once per semester for the purpose of course and program advisement.
• Maintain currency in nursing and nursing education through participation in continuing education.
• Implement all nursing program policies as well as applicable college policies.
• Collaborate with adjunct faculty in planning, implementation, and evaluation of student experiences.
• Collaborate with agency personnel in planning and implementing student experiences.
• Orient and mentor new adjunct faculty to course and program requirements.
• Participate in the preparation of state approval and national accreditation documents and site visits to maintain approval and accreditation status.

Requirements:

• Compliance with of Massachusetts Board of Regulations in Nursing 244 CMR 6.04(2)(b).
• Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Master's Degree in Nursing.
• Minimum of two years full-time experience in nursing, or its equivalent, within the last five years and evidence of clinical competence in the area(s) of clinical instruction.
• Develop and maintain competence appropriate to teaching responsibilities including, but not limited to a) orientation and mentoring to the nurse educator role; b) knowledge of M.G.L. c. 112, §§ 74 through 81C and 244 CMR; c) participation in professional development in nursing education such as certification, continuing education.
• Experience in nursing care of the medical-surgical client
• CPR Certified

Preferred Qualifications:

• College level teaching experience in nursing with Associate Degree level teaching experience.
• Willingness to investigate and apply a variety of teaching methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with colleagues in a collaborative relationship.
• Membership in professional organizations.
• Advanced practice (CNE) certification.

NOTE: Some health care agencies to which faculty may be assigned require orientation, CORI checks, and health clearance information.

Additional Information:

Please note, the faculty rank of Assistant Professor may be subject to change in accordance with Article XVII of the MCCC Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Salary Range and Benefits: Column H with a minimum starting salary of $92,655;actual salary commensurate with academic background and experience. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:

• High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
• Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
• Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
• Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).
• 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
• Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
• Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
• Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
• Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers
• Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program
• Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses
• Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Location: Lowell campus with occasional travel to Bedfordas needed.

Expected Start Date: January 2027, Spring Semester

Application Deadline: November 13, 2026

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary. Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] . Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3546 or [e-mail] .