Adjunct Faculty (Anatomy, Physiology, and Terminology I)

Massasoit Community College Brockton, MA Full-time Education

Posted on April 19, 2024

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Adjunct Faculty (Anatomy, Physiology, and Terminology I)

About Massasoit Community College:

We at Massasoit Community College pride ourselves in our tradition of excellence and in our historic mission of accepting all who desire to learn. Massasoit currently offers 41 associate degree programs in arts, sciences, and applied sciences and 24 certificates. The College also offers non-credit workforce development certificates; corporate training courses; adult basic education; personal enrichment classes; and Early College programs for high school students.

Students of color make up roughly half of all students enrolled and more than half of all Massasoit students are first generation to attend college. More than 900 students graduate from Massasoit with an associate degree or certificate each year.

Brockton, Massachusetts, home of Massasoit's largest campus, prides itself on its diversity of cultures and is home to approximately 95,000 residents. In addition, the college has a campus in Canton, a satellite location in Middleborough, and annually serves students from more than 35 cities and towns in Southeastern Massachusetts. Massasoit is one of the largest community colleges in the state.

Massasoit Community College is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer who is committed to increasing diversity across all levels of the college. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this value are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Description:

Accepting Applications for Academic Year 2023-2024

Teach medical terminology in a systematic manner in tandem with the anatomy and physiology. Instruction in anatomy and physiology begins with the cell and progresses to the body cavities, planes, and systems through the digestive system. Provide instruction which strengthens students' understanding of the clinical sciences and increases technical skills needed in administering patient care.

Responsibilities and Duties

Essential Functions:

Prepare course syllabi that meet all contractual requirements.
Schedule classes to meet for the allotted time on every scheduled meeting day during the semester.
Cover all department course outcomes.
Employ effective instructional strategies that promote student learning.
Use appropriate assessment tools to accurately measure student understanding.
Monitor email communications from students and the college, and respond in a timely manner.
Provide availability outside of class to meet with and assist students.
Meet all deadlines for submission of grades, student participation reports, student grievance responses and other administrative documentation.

Additional responsibilities:

Manage a level of flexibility that holds students accountable, and recognizes the challenging work/school/life balance lead by many students at Massasoit.
Ensure appropriate training in laboratory safety for laboratory classes.
Follow divisional policies to maintain security of laboratory spaces, chemicals and equipment.
Work collaboratively with divisional staff.
Provide feedback on student progress to advisement and counseling.
Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.

THIS POOL IS VALID THROUGH JUNE 30, 2024. APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION THEREAFTER.

Adjunct Faculty are part time instructors hired on an as needed basis. Positions may consist of day, night, or weekend positions and may be in Brockton, Canton, Middleborough, online or any other instructional site.

Please note: Positions will be available pending sufficient enrollment. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the academic department.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or higher in natural sciences or medical/health sciences Master's degree preferred.
Experience teaching natural sciences, health/clinical courses in higher education. Experience teaching at the community/two-year college level preferred.
Three (3) years recent work experience in medical/health science or education fields.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with and understanding of the community college environment.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Capable of maintaining academic standards with empathy and honesty.
Knowledge of and experience using effective pedagogical strategies.
Experience and training in online instruction.
Certified Medical Assistant recognized by CAAHEP and MAERB.

Additional Information:

Position Status: MCCC/MTA position

Hours: TBD

Salary: $1,132 per credit, consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Worksite: Canton

Deadline to Apply: Open until Filled

Application Instructions:

A cover letter and resume are required, please apply online. Resumes will NOT be considered without an accompanying cover letter.

Please Note: Faxed, emailed, or mailed in resumes and/or materials will NOT be accepted. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback on application statuses. Please refrain from contacting the hiring manager and/or hiring department via phone, email, fax, mail, third person party or vendor and in person. Failure to comply, may result in application withdrawal.

Massasoit Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the Title IX and Compliance Officer, Amee Synnott, 508-588-9100, x1304, Brockton Campus, Administration Building, Room 219, asynnott@massasoit.mass.edu, or the Dean of Students & Deputy Title IX Coordinator, Jessica Correia, 508-588-9100, x1402, Brockton Campus, Student Center, Room 208A, jcorrei35@massasoit.mass.edu, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

To apply, visit https://massasoit.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=165762

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Adjunct Faculty (Anatomy, Physiology, and Terminology I)

Massasoit Community College

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