Part Time Lecturer, Stem Cells & Regeneration (CGT program)

NU USA Northeastern University; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 3,042,000 - 3,974,000; Part time

Job summary

Northeastern University invites applications for Part‑time Lecturer (PTL) positions at the graduate level to teach stem cells and regeneration within the Cell and Gene Therapy Professional Master’s Programs, depending on needs and enrollment.

We seek a colleague with a PhD in stem cell and regenerative biology or related field, strong platform skills, and a track record in higher education. The role involves in‑person or online delivery, office hours, and student coaching.

Qualifications

• PhD in stem cell and regenerative biology or related field and/or equivalent graduate degree plus at least five years of work experience in biotechnology, biopharma, pharmaceuticals or related industry.
• Proven platform skills and openness to coaching from faculty.
• Prior experience in a diverse higher education institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and learn key teaching points within existing instructor guides
• Prepare lectures based on course materials provided to support high‑quality teaching
• Facilitate rich debates and discussions in an in‑person or online class
• Provide timely review and grading of assignments with coaching and feedback
• Connect with students and monitor their performance
• Adhere to Northeastern’s policies
• Part‑time instructors work under the direction of the director and will hold office hours as appropriate

Skills

Teaching experience

Open to coaching

Platform skills

Education

PhD in stem cell and regenerative biology or related field

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

About the Opportunity

Job Summary We invite applications for Part‑time Lecturer (PTL) positions at the graduate level. We seek a colleague with an interest in teaching stem cells and regeneration for the Cell and Gene Therapy Professional Master’s Programs depending upon the programs’ needs and enrollment.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and learn key teaching points within existing instructor guides
• Be willing to support high‑quality teaching and standards through preparation of lectures based on course materials provided
• Facilitate rich respectful debates and discussions in an in‑person or online class
• Provide timely review and grading of assignments with appropriate coaching and feedback to the students
• Consistently connect with students and their performance
• Adhere to Northeastern’s policies
• Part‑time instructors work under the direction of the director and will hold office hours as appropriate

Qualifications

• PhD in stem cell and regenerative biology or cell and molecular biology or a closely related field and/or an equivalent graduate degree plus at least five years of work experience in biotechnology, biopharma, pharmaceuticals or related industry
• Proven platform skills required, as is an open, supportive personal style willing to receive assistance and coaching when needed from the faculty
• Prior experience in a diverse higher education institution preferred

Application Materials

• CV/resume cover letter
• An additional statement related to teaching experiences
• 3 references – provide name, title, company, phone, email, relationship (e.g. my current supervisor)

Position Type

Academic

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation.

Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range

Pay Range: The per credit rate is $2,208 - $2,885

About Northeastern University

Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real‑world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact. Our global university system provides our community and academic, government, and industry partners with unique opportunities to think locally and act globally. The system—includes 14 campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada, 300,000‑plus alumni, and 3,000 partners worldwide—serves as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions. The university’s residential campuses for undergraduate and graduate degrees are located in Boston, London, and Oakland, California. Our research and graduate campuses are in the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Arlington, Virginia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Miami; Portland, Maine; Seattle; Silicon Valley, California; Toronto; and Vancouver. Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our campuses. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment. Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind.