Part-Time

Lecturer

Department of Medical Sciences

Northeastern

Northeastern

51-200 employees

Global research university with co-op education

Compensation Overview

$2.1k/mo

Boston, MA, USA

In Person

Master's, PhD

Category
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Requirements
  • A master's or doctoral degree in the specialty field appropriate for the topic of instruction is required.
  • Strong interpersonal communication, organization, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills are required.
  • Proficiency with computer technology, database management, and electronic records is required.
  • Applicants must be licensed or eligible for licensure within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and administer lectures, recitations, and laboratory experiences.
  • Prepare course materials, examinations, and assessments.
  • Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback.
  • Collaborate with faculty and departmental leadership for the course as needed.
  • Hold office hours to assist students with their academic needs.
  • Coordinate the course and curriculum as arranged and work under the direction of the lead faculty for the course as needed.
  • Report to the Department Chair.
Desired Qualifications
  • Professional experience and college teaching experience in large higher education institutions with global student populations.
  • For teaching medical topics in the Physician Assistant Program, graduation from an accredited physician assistant program or current physician licensure is preferred.
  • Physician Assistant applicants must be certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and have an earned master's degree in a field related to physician assistant practice or physician assistant student education.
  • Physician applicants must be certified by an American Board of Medical Specialties specialty board or an American Osteopathic Association-approved specialty board.

Northeastern is a global research university focused on experiential learning and discovery. It combines classroom study with professional work through its extensive cooperative education program, allowing students to alternate between academics, paid internships, research, service, and global study in 100 countries. Its approach links education to real-world problems, supported by collaborations across campuses in Boston, Charlotte, Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area, Toronto, and satellite sites in Burlington and Nahant. The university’s research agenda is use-inspired, addressing health, security, and sustainability challenges through interdisciplinary teams and institutes. Northeastern aims to prepare graduates with practical experience while advancing knowledge to tackle global issues across multiple disciplines.

Company Size

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Headquarters

New York City, New York

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The July 2026 New York City campus launch expands admissions, brand, and employer access immediately.
  • The 840 Columbus residence hall adds 1,215 beds, supporting Boston enrollment growth through 2027.
  • Massachusetts awarded Northeastern $207,538.62 in FY26 safety research funding, validating its public-policy research engine.

What critics are saying

  • March 2025 hiring slowdowns and conservative FY26 budgets signal ongoing cost pressure.
  • Loss of two USAID grants in 2025 cuts research revenue and weakens federally funded labs.
  • Trade-secret litigation and Stephen Stoute appeals distract leadership and can escalate legal costs in FY27.

What makes Northeastern unique

  • Northeastern fused Marymount Manhattan on July 9, 2026, adding a New York City degree-granting campus.
  • Its co-op model still dominates experiential learning, anchoring employer relationships across campuses.
  • The network spans Boston, Oakland, London, and New York, widening student mobility and recruiting reach.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Wellness Program

401(k) Retirement Plan