Adjunct Faculty - Center for Research and Discovery

Description

The Research Readiness & Academic Programs adjunct faculty role is a part-time position within the Center for Research and Discovery (CRD), reporting directly to the Dean of the CRD. This role supports a range of high-priority academic initiatives, including the Research Readiness curriculum, online course content development in Blackboard, student travel policy finalization, micro-credentialing program development, and data analysis. The position is onsite at the Boston campus, beginning June 1, 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Research Readiness Curriculum Support

• Assist in the development and refinement of the Research Readiness curriculum, ensuring alignment with institutional and Center goals and evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with other CRD faculty and staff members to identify curriculum gaps and recommend improvements.
• Support the organization and coordination of curriculum materials, timelines, and deliverables.
• Contribute to the assessment and continuous improvement of course content and learning outcomes.

Blackboard Content Development

• Create, organize, and maintain course content within the Blackboard learning management system (LMS).
• Upload and format instructional materials including modules, assignments, assessments, and multimedia resources.
• Ensure course sites are accessible, user-friendly, and consistent with institutional standards and accessibility guidelines.
• Troubleshoot basic Blackboard issues and coordinate with the Instructional Design Team as needed.

Student Travel Policy Finalization

• Support the finalization and documentation of a comprehensive student travel policy in coordination with other CRD faculty members.
• Review existing draft materials, identify areas requiring clarification or revision, and assist in incorporating feedback.
• Maintain organized records of policy documents and revision history.

Micro-Credentialing Program Development

• Assist in the research, design, and development of a micro-credentialing program aligned with institutional and Center priorities.
• Support the identification and documentation of competency frameworks, badge criteria, and program pathways.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners to gather relevant information and best practices.
• Help develop promotional and informational materials to support program launch and student engagement.

Data Analysis

• Collect, organize, and analyze data related to curriculum effectiveness, student engagement, program participation, and policy outcomes.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, summaries, and visualizations to support data-informed decision-making within the CRD.
• Assist in the development of data collection tools such as surveys, tracking spreadsheets, and reporting templates.
• Maintain data integrity and confidentiality in accordance with institutional policies.

Other Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of the CRD in support of the Center's mission and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

Required

• Minimum of a master's degree in health education, health sciences, public health, clinical investigation, pharmacy, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience or coursework in curriculum development, instructional design, or academic program support.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, interpret, and present data clearly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students across programs.

Preferred

• Experience in a higher education or healthcare academic setting.
• Familiarity with micro-credentialing frameworks, digital badging platforms, or continuing education programs.
• Experience developing or revising institutional policies.
• Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, R, SAS, or similar).
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Physical Requirements:

Typical office or administrative working conditions. Work is primarily sedentary in nature; there are no special physical demands.