Summer - Adjunct Faculty - Microbiology

NHTI – Concord’s Community College

Position Type: Part-time, adjunct

Semester: Summer 2026 Compensation: $825 - $975 per credit, based on adjunct faculty rank (determined by education and experience)

Position Overview:

NHTI is seeking a qualified adjunct faculty member to teach BIOL 202C Microbiology. This in-person course provides students with essential knowledge in the fundamentals of microbiology, focusing on practical applications and real-world relevance.

Course Details:

Course Name: BIOL 202C Microbiology

Credits: 4

Lecture Hours: 3

Lab/Practicum Hours: 3

Schedule: TBD

Location: NHTI Campus, Concord, NH

Course Description:

Lectures focus on three major areas: basic concepts of microbiology, including morphology and physiology of prokaryotes, eukaryotes, and viruses; host resistance to disease and immunology; and epidemiology of selected diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and parasitic worms. Labs focus on three major areas: basic skills such as staining, microscopy, and isolation techniques; bacterial physiology as is pertinent to identification of bacterial species; and control of microorganisms via chemotherapeutic agents, physical means, and chemical disinfectants. Prerequisite: BIOL112C: General Biology I with a grade of C or higher or BIOL 196C Anatomy & Physiology II with a grade of C or higher.

Key Responsibilities:

Teach the assigned course using provided curriculum and instructional materials aligned with program standards.

Facilitate class discussions, assignments, and assessments to foster student engagement and learning.

Provide regular feedback and maintain accurate records of student progress.

Maintain professional currency in the field and comply with college policies and standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Master’s degree in science (or a minimum of 12 graduate-level credits) required.

Experience: Prior teaching experience and familiarity with Canvas (or similar LMS) preferred.

Residency: Must reside in NH, VT, ME, MA, RI, or CT.

Application Process:

Submit a completed employment application with a cover letter, CV/resume, and copies of official or unofficial transcripts. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Employment history sections stating “see resume” will not be accepted.

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Professor Amy West, Department Chair