Temporary Lab Instructor
- Location
- Boston, MA (Main Campus)
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Part-time
About the job
About the Opportunity
Job Summary Standardized Patients/Patient Actors assist with pharmacy and medical simulation labs in the Bouve College of Health Sciences. Through patient-provider role-playing, Standardized Patients enable health professions students to practice necessary skills and behaviors in labs and other simulated learning experiences. Standardized Patients must be on campus during scheduled times. They are utilized during the fall, spring, and summer terms, typically between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Standardized Patients may be scheduled to work one or multiple activities and typically work between two and eight hours during an activity. Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
• Assist with pharmacy and medical simulation labs in the Bouve College of Health Sciences • Portray all the characteristics of a real patient • Simulate specific emotions, behaviors, and disease symptoms • Engage in patient-provider role-playing with health professions students Minimum Qualifications Required
• Excellent English oral and written communication skills
- Excellent English oral and written communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to recall case information as cued by students in role-play situations
- Ability to solve problems and work well under pressure
- Willingness to work an intermittent schedule as needed
- Resume
Position Type
Temporary Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy.
Pay Rate: $30/hour
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Posted 14 Oct 2026 · checked 29 Oct 2026 · Report this job