Adjunct Faculty – QA​/QC Career Preparation

Adjunct Instructors Needed

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 bio manufacturing companies.

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

Responsibilities Include:

• 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, Linked In, 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

Required:

• 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

Desired:

• 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