Adjunct Marine Transportation Instructor

First Application Review Date

Immediate;
Open Until Filled

June 2026

September 1, 2026

Academic Affairs

FY26/03

Instruct college-level Marine Transportation courses. Preferred specializations include navigation, ship-handling and shipboard safety, seamanship, and watch standing. Potential course taught may include Integrated Navigation, Advanced Ship handling, Coastal Navigation and Electronic Navigation. Massachusetts Maritime Academy follows a "Learn-Do-Learn” model, where our hands-on simulation labs and classroom experiences enable our students to "apply" textbook knowledge in the field.

Please note, these are non-benefitted, temporary/contract positions

• Hold a Bachelor''s Degree in Marine Transportation or related field;
• Hold a Third Mate license with current Standard of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) qualifications.
• Have at least three years of professional maritime experience
• Possess an understanding of teaching in the university setting
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communications skills
• Understand the unique mission of the university as a maritime academy

• Holder a master’s degree in Marine Transportation or related field.
• Have at least three years of maritime experience or teaching experience at an accredited institution of higher learning

Pay is based on the number of credits taught at a rate of $2,343.75/credit. The semester credit load is variable, typically between 3 and 11 credits, depending on departmental needs and candidate''s expertise.

To Apply:

Please submit the following documents:
Curriculum Vitae. Application materials may be attached and sent electronically to CDR Kerry Chicoine, Professor and Department Chair, ernatively, submit application materials by USPS to:
Human Resources Department, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 101 Academy Drive, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532. Finalist must complete background check.

Massachusetts Maritime Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage members from historically underrepresented communities, women and veterans to apply.