Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

Adjunct Faculty-Biology and Health Sciences

Location
North Adams, MA
Pay
$1,166 – $2,549 per course
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
October 2, 2026

About this position

Company Description: At MCLA, we're here for all, and focused on each of our students. Classes are taught by educators who care deeply about teaching, and about seeing their students thrive on every level of their lives. In every way possible, the experience at MCLA is designed to elevate our students as individuals, leaders, and communicators, fully empowered to make their impressions on the world. In addition to our 132-year commitment to public education, we have fortified our dedication to equitable academic excellence. MCLA has appeared on U.S. News & World Report's list of Top Ten Public Colleges for 11 consecutive years, earning the No. 6 spot on the list of Top Public Liberal Arts Schools in the nation for 2026. The College's focus on affordable education and economic prosperity is reflected in additional 2026 U.S. News rankings: No. 6 for Top Performer on Social Mobility for liberal arts colleges in the state and No. 4 for Top Performer on Social Mobility for public liberal arts colleges in the country. These rankings measure how well schools graduate students who receive Federal Pell Grants. Learn more at www.mcla.edu Job Description: GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Department of Biology seeks applications for a part-time faculty member to teach courses in Biology and Health Sciences. Some of the course offerings may include but are not limited to, Introduction to Biology, Genetics, Anatomy and Physiology, the topics of human health, or topics in an applicant's area of expertise. The instructor must have a background in the requested course that is needed. DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Deliver instruction appropriate to the topic, course description, agreed-upon learning outcomes, academic level and student audience. Submit syllabi, grades and other reports on time. Communicate effectively with students and faculty in the department. Provide assistance to students by appointment. Requirements: REQUIRED QUALIFICATION: Experienc

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How the pay compares

Medians across listings on this board that disclose per-course pay, updated daily.

This listing
$1,166 – $2,549 per course
Biology & Life Sciences median
$4,750/ course, n=34
Massachusetts median
$6,125/ course, n=122

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