Assistant Professor, Medical Laboratory Technology (Accelerated Program) - Middlesex Community College at Middlesex Community College – Lowell, Massachusetts

Middlesex Community College
Middlesex Community College (MCC) is one of the largest community colleges in the Commonwealth, employing people in full-time, part-time, faculty, professional, administrative, and support positions at campuses in both Lowell and Bedford, and online. We are focused on equity to transform lives and shape futures. MCC values equity and inclusion as the foundation for excellence, innovation, and success for our employees and students. MCC is committed to a policy of affirmative action, equal opportunity, equal education, non-discrimination, and diversity to provide a learning and working environment that values the diverse backgrounds of all students and employees. MCC strives for a faculty and staff that reflect its richly diverse community of students. Women, people of color, persons with disabilities and others are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applications for employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status. Middlesex 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 College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.
Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Safety & Security Report, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website at: https://www.middlesex.mass.edu/disclosurestatements/campsecrpt.aspx

Position Title: Assistant Professor, Medical Laboratory Technology (Accelerated Program) - Middlesex Community College

Location: Lowell, MA Category: Full-time Faculty Posted On: Tue Mar 17 2026 Job Description:

Title: Assistant Professor, Medical Laboratory Technology (Accelerated Program)

Unit: Full-Time MCCC Day Faculty

Department: Medical Laboratory Technology, Health Division

Reports to: Dean of Health

Date: March 17, 2026

General Summary: The Assistant Professor of Medical Laboratory Technology is a full-time faculty position responsible for providing instruction and academic support within the accelerated Medical Laboratory Technology program. This position teaches asynchronous online didactic courses and provides in-person laboratory instruction during evening and weekend hours.

The faculty member supports student learning, maintains instructional quality aligned with NAACLS accreditation expectations, collaborates with program faculty, and contributes to student success and institutional initiatives while fulfilling all contractual faculty responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Instruction and Teaching Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in the accelerated Medical Laboratory Technology program.
• Deliver asynchronous online instruction using the college's learning management system and instructional technologies.
• Provide evening and weekend laboratory instruction, demonstrations, and competency evaluation.
• Prepare course materials, assessments, and instructional resources aligned with course outcomes and program competencies.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback on coursework, laboratory skills, and assessments.
• Maintain required office hours and communication with students.

Curriculum and Assessment Responsibilities

• Develop and update course materials that align with program learning outcomes and accreditation expectations.
• Participate in program assessment activities including review of student outcomes and learning effectiveness.
• Utilize assessment data to improve instructional effectiveness and student success.
• Collaborate with faculty in curriculum planning, sequencing, and evaluation.
• Maintain instructional documentation required for accreditation and program review.

Student Support and Engagement

• Provide academic advising and guidance to students within the program.
• Support student retention and success initiatives.
• Maintain a learning environment that reflects inclusive teaching practices and respect for diverse student populations.
• Mentor students in professional conduct, laboratory practices, and workforce readiness.

College and Program Participation

• Participate in departmental meetings and collaborative faculty activities.
• Engage in institutional governance and college service consistent with contractual expectations.
• Participate in accreditation preparation and program review activities.
• Support recruitment and outreach efforts where appropriate.
• Maintain professional development and continuing education relevant to medical laboratory science and teaching practice.

Working Conditions

• Instruction includes asynchronous online teaching and in-person laboratory instruction.
• Evening and weekend teaching assignments are required.
• Work occurs in classroom, laboratory, and online environments.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Clinical Laboratory Science.
• Current ASCP certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist.
• Minimum of two years of professional laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated teaching, training, or instructional experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience in Medical Laboratory Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science programs.
• Experience with online or hybrid instruction.
• Familiarity with NAACLS accreditation standards and program assessment practices.
• Experience teaching in one or more of the following areas:
  • Hematology
  • Clinical Chemistry
  • Microbiology
  • Immunohematology
  • Urinalysis and Body Fluids
  • Serology/Immunology
• Experience working in community college settings

Additional Information:

Please note, the faculty rank of Assistant Professor may be subject to change in accordance with Article XVII of the MCCC Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Salary Range: Faculty members within the Medical Laboratory Technology Department are hired at Column H on the MCCC Salary Grid with a starting salary of $77,865; actual salary commensurate with academic background and experience. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:

• High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
• Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
• Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
• Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).
• 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
• Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
• Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
• Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
• Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers
• Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program
• Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses
• Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Location: Lowell campus with occasional travel to Bedford as needed

Hours: 37.5 per week, schedule to be determined upon hire

Expected Start Date: August 2026

Application Deadline: April 7, 2026