Adjunct Faculty – QA/QC Career Preparation

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences•Worcester, MA

7d•$6,700 - $7,700•Onsite

About The Position

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 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 biomanufacturing companies. Students are non-traditional working adults who hold a high school diploma.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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