Biochemistry Jobs in Boston, MA

The School of Arts and Sciences seeks a 9-month full-time faculty member to deliver high quality learning experiences and education for undergraduate students enrolled in programs in biotechnology, biology, pre-medicine, and life sciences. The selected candidate will have responsibilities teaching lecture and laboratory courses to undergraduate students. Subject matters will include biochemistry, and may also include cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, as well as associated laboratory courses. The faculty member will engage in teaching, service and scholarship activities, work collaboratively with colleagues across the University as well as with the Dean of Arts and Sciences and the Chair of the Department of Math and Natural Sciences, and support various undergraduate programs, including our BS in Biotechnology. Additionally, the faculty member will provide mentorship to students and contribute to the visibility, impact and reputation of the University and its programs through research and scholarly engagement. Rank and salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

• Teach large enrollment course in biochemistry to undergraduate students.
• Teach undergraduate courses such as molecular biology, cell biology, and genetics.
• Develop and teach laboratory offerings in biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics to undergraduate students to cultivate skills in current techniques.
• Utilize engaging, student-centered teaching strategies and diverse assessment methods to foster active learning and accurately measure achievement of course objectives.
• Provide assignments and assessments that demonstrate and reinforce real-world applications of life science topics as it pertains to biology, biotechnology, medicine, and life sciences research
• Provide mentoring of undergraduate students in lab research.
• Provide students with an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with those of the School, texts and readings, assignments and deliverables, timelines and evaluation criteria.
• Participate in service activities; serve on committees; serve on regional, state, or national organization committees and volunteer activities; represent the program and University in / at community functions; attend School and institutional activities such as Commencement and ceremonies; and support student activities such as health fairs and service projects.
• Participate in scholarship resulting in conference presentations, publishable manuscripts, peer-reviewed instructional materials, or other outcomes consistent with expectations for scholarly activities described in the Faculty Manual.
• Use the University's learning management system to post syllabus, assignments and other materials and to communicate with students.
• Advise and assist students through office hours or scheduled appointments, by phone or email, and through other University-approved mechanisms.
• Provide service including student mentoring, ongoing course development, and assessment.
• Attend and participate in monthly School and Department meetings, University ceremonies, and other major events, and serves as a member of University, School and / or Department committees, as assigned.
• Contribute to periodic reviews and revisions of departmental course offerings.
• Maintain advanced knowledge in discipline and areas of expertise.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the Dean and Department Chair.

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Compensation

The pay range associated with this posting reflects the amount the University reasonably expects to pay for this role at this time. Salary offers are determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications as well as internal equity, market data and pay in comparison to similarly situated employees doing comparable work.

Hiring Range : $77,000 - $105,000

Assistant Professor : $77,000 - $86,000

Associate Professor : $85,000 - $95,000

Professor : $94,000 - $105,000

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About Us

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.

We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits that include a substantial contribution toward the cost of medical, vision, and dental insurance, generous time off, retirement and pension plans, and flexible work arrangements to support work / life balance for our employees while supporting the MCPHS strategic plan.

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.