Adjunct Faculty - Bioversity Career Preparation

The School of Professional Studies is seeking adjunct instructors to teach in-person training for a workforce development initiative at Bioversity.  This 8-week noncredit program is being delivered at the Bioversity training center in Dorchester.  Faculty will instruct students on crafting compelling application materials, mastering interview techniques, and honing soft skills essential for securing entry-level positions in life sciences companies. Students are non-traditional working adults who hold a high school diploma. The ideal candidate will have experience in early talent development and/or coaching within the biotechnology or biomanufacturing industry.

• Teach on-site in Dorchester 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

Qualifications:

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 sciences professions
• Experience with a learning management system, such as Blackboard
• Experience with video-conferencing platforms, such as Zoom

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Please attach a cover letter and a curriculum vitae/resume. Finalist candidate(s) for this position will be subject to reference checks and a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. MCPHS is unable to sponsor, or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. MCPHS is also not an E-Verify institution.

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Established in 1823, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) is the oldest institution of higher education in Boston, a city that is home to many of the world’s top universities and healthcare institutions. We are one of the largest and most highly-ranked schools for health and life sciences, and our alumni and faculty continually distinguish themselves in healthcare settings around the globe. MCPHS has more than 7000 students across campuses in Boston’s Longwood Medical and Academic Area (LMA), downtown Worcester, MA and downtown Manchester, NH. Our vision is to empower our Community to create a healthier, more equitable world, which we strive to achieve through our core values of integrity, community, engagement, collaboration, support, and innovation.

MCPHS is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to ensuring equal opportunity for all members of the University community. We aim to recruit, develop, and retain the most skilled faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment.