"Staff Assistant-Lab Instructor"

About Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts:

At MCLA, we're here for all, and focused on each, of our students. Classes are taught by educators who care deeply about teaching, and about seeing their students thrive on every level of their lives. In every way possible, the experience at MCLA is designed to elevate our students as individuals, leaders, and communicators, fully empowered to make their impressions on the world. In addition to our 130-year commitment to public education, we have fortified our dedication to equitable academic excellence. MCLA has appeared on U.S. News & World Report's list of Top Ten Public Colleges for 10 consecutive years, earning the No. 6 spot on the list of Top Public Liberal Arts Schools in the nation for 2025, after earning the No. 7 spot the prior three years. The College's focus on affordable education and economic prosperity is reflected in additional 2025 U.S. News rankings: No. 5 for Top Performer on Social Mobility for liberal arts colleges in the state and No. 2 for Top Performer on Social Mobility for public liberal arts colleges in the country. These rankings measure how well schools graduate students who receive Federal Pell Grants. Learn more at www.mcla.edu

Job Description:

MCLA is seeking a Staff Assistant/Laboratory Instructor (10-month position) to prepare for, and assist with, teaching laboratory sections in support of the physics department. The Staff Assistant/Laboratory Instructor will also assist with overseeing student-driven undergraduate research projects, as needed.

General statement of duties:

• Coordinate and assist with teaching laboratory sections as directed and needed.
• Oversee laboratory and demonstration needs, ensuring adequate supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Coordinate laboratory preparation and implementation.
• Ensure all laboratories are prepared in advance and necessary equipment is procured on time.
• Support undergraduate research as needed.
• Possibility to teach additional courses, depending on the candidate's credentials and departmental needs.
• Other duties as needed and requested.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in physics or a related field required.
• At least two years of laboratory and/or teaching experience; candidates with less experience will be considered if they demonstrate strong potential to excel in the role.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Computer proficiency required.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, 10-month position (paid over 12 months) in the APA bargaining unit. Salary range is $50,000.00 - $60,000.

Review for this position begins in February 2026. Position starts on 8/1/2026.

Until further notice, in response to the Presidential proclamation, issued on September 19, 2025, imposing a significant fee on the entry of individuals with new H-1B visas, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Should you need to request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email Brenda Stokes, Executive Director of Human Resources.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is deeply committed to fostering a community of excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We provide equal access to educational, co-curricular and employment opportunities for all applicants, students, and employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran status, or membership in any other legally protected class. Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational program or activity that they operate, which extends to admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX, Equal Opportunity, or ADA/504 and other non-discrimination policies may be directed to MCLA's Interim Title IX and Equal Opportunity Coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary of the Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, or both.

Lucas Morrill
Interim Title IX and EO Coordinator
375 Church Street, North Adams, MA 01247
Telephone: (413) 662-5103
Titleix@mcla.edu

U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights
33 Arch Street, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02119-1424
Telephone: (617) 289-0111; FAX: (617) 289-0150; TDD (877) 521-2172
OCR.Boston@ed.gov

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin February 2026.

Applicants should electronically submit an application by clicking on the APPLY NOW button below.