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Full-Time Faculty, Biology, Natural Sciences Department Location: Danvers, MA Category: Faculty Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Thu Feb 19 2026 Job Description:
Full Time Faculty, Biology, Natural Sciences Department

Division of STEM & Business

Primary Campus: Danvers

MCCC/MTA Unit Position

SALARY: Anticipated starting salary is $59,008.00 - $62,000.00. Actual salary will be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with the MCCC/MTA collective bargaining agreement. Full time benefited employees at North Shore Community College are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package offered through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Click HERE for a highlight of these benefits.

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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

This position is a full-time, tenure track faculty position in the Natural Science Department which offers a variety of courses in Biology, Chemistry, and general science. This faculty member will participate in the teaching, effective delivery and further development and enhancement of the departmental offerings, with particular emphasis on Biology and the Life Sciences curriculum.

The successful candidate must have the ability to relate to a student population that is highly diverse in academic preparation, cultural, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds as well as physical and learning abilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Teach Introductory Biology, Microbiology, and other life science courses as assigned in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Utilize effective teaching strategies to maximize student retention and success, develop critical thinking skills, and support a learner-centered environment.
• Participate in the development, implementation and assessment of pedagogical methods that facilitate student understanding and retention of biological concepts.
• Participate in the development and effective delivery of new courses as well as in the evaluation and on-going revision of current departmental offerings.
• Assist in determining appropriate goals/objectives and outcomes for various biological science courses.
• Observe all college and departmental laboratory safety requirements, and provide a safe and appropriate laboratory experience for all students.
• Work collaboratively with faculty and staff from other departments and disciplines.
• Provide academic advisement to traditional and nontraditional students.
• Participate in appropriate college service activities (i.e. committee membership, development of/enhancement to courses/programs and/or resources, program review, recruitment and retention activities).
• Participate in professional development opportunities to maintain expertise and infuse new methodologies into departmental offerings.
• Participate in the coordination of departmental courses and initiatives, as needed.
• Travel between campuses as needed to fulfill workload requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Interim Dean of STEM & Business

Job Requirements:

• Master's Degree in Biology or related field required.
• Demonstrated ability and excellence teaching a range of college-level biological laboratory science courses, including Introductory Biology and Microbiology
• Knowledge of current laboratory safety practices for students
• Candidate will be required to pass a CORI/SORI and/or National background check as a condition of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in Biology or related field
• Professional experience in medical research, biotechnology, or related field.
• Additional expertise in cell biology, biotechnology, microbiology, zoology, ecology or botany preferred.
• Recent teaching experience in biological laboratory science courses at the college level; community college teaching experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with using teaching technology and with teaching in multiple modalities (in-person, hybrid, and online).
• Successful experience interacting with a student population that is highly diverse in academic preparation, cultural, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds as well as physical and learning disabilities.

Additional Information:
STARTING DATE: September 2026. Filling of position subject to budget availability for FY27

North Shore Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes 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 Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator, Affirmative Action and Compliance Officer, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights: TitleIX@northshore.edu

Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Security Report (ASR), in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistic Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website by clicking here.

In alignment with our mission to provide accessible, affordable, and rigorous educational and employment opportunities, NSCC is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and employment process, and to support fulfilling essential job functions. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our ADA/504 Coordinator: Employee_Accom@northshore.edu
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