Job Description

The School of Professional Studies is seeking adjunct instructors toteach in-person training forMBI’s workforce traininginitiative related to QA/QCThis 8-week noncredit program is being delivered year-round at the MCPHS Worcester campusFaculty 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.

• 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

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 science professions

• Experience with a learning management system, such as Blackboard

• Experience with video-conferencing platforms, such as Zoom