Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track - Biotechnology
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About The Position
Massachusetts Bay Community College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Biotechnology from qualified applicants. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for teaching and promoting success among a diverse student population. Faculty members are responsible for developing educational and evaluation materials consistent with the philosophy and framework of MassBay Community College and the Biotechnology programs in accordance with the evolving needs of the STEM division. The faculty member will be responsible for maintaining expertise in related biotechnology curricula, instruction, and assessment. MassBay is eager to recruit a faculty member who is energetic and willing to go the extra mile to maintain the College's leadership in biotechnology education by developing and offering hands-on projects and curricula aligned to regional industry needs, networking and promoting the Biotechnology programs to expand enrollment, and engaging in outreach with community partners. The biotechnology laboratory at MassBay is among the most advanced undergraduate research facilities in Massachusetts, is recognized by experts and the National Biotechnology Education Center, and was recently awarded the Pathmaker designation by the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center. The Biotechnology program has produced 21 Barry M. Goldwater Scholars since 1993 and houses the Center for Therapeutics and Genomics Training and the Center for Biomanufacturing Education and Workforce Training. The ideal candidate will continue to advance excellent biotechnology education. The candidate will be experienced in relevant technologies and able to teach using state-of-the-art tools, such that students gain expertise in gene regulation, next generation sequencing, genetic engineering, PCR, cell culture, bioprocessing, and other techniques. The candidate will contribute to maintaining and expanding internship opportunities for students in local biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, hospitals, and nonprofits, particularly in Massachusetts's MetroWest and neighboring regions. The candidate will be experienced in and able to contribute to growth in one or more high priority areas of relevance for the Biotechnology Department, including molecular biology, immunology, genomics and biomanufacturing, and regulatory affairs. The successful candidate will be comfortable offering hands-on laboratory courses using current instruments, technologies, and tools, and will initiate and advance interdisciplinary partnerships as well as partner in externally supported research collaborations with other institutions, non-profits and industry. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for relevant technical field(s), collaborative work with diverse faculty and staff, and an ability to positively influence, mentor, and work with diverse student populations. More generally, the successful applicant will demonstrate a solid understanding of a community college's role in workforce development as well as successful transfer (through the creation of pathways) to higher institutions, shared governance, commitment to collaboration, and professional development. Knowledge and or understanding of grant funding is not necessary but would be advantageous. The successful candidate will assist the department in developing relevant future courses and teaching strategies for students with diverse backgrounds, interests, and learning styles to support student recruitment and retention. Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate a good understanding of shared governance and a strong commitment to collaboration and professional development. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills. Overall, the successful candidate will support the integrity of curricula, champion student success, and promote the mission of the College, including its transition to a designation as a Hispanic-serving institution.
