Assistant Instructor, Medical Laboratory Science

British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT); Burnaby; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Burnaby is seeking a temporary full-time Assistant Instructor to support the Clinical Chemistry curriculum. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Clinical Chemistry and possess relevant certifications. Responsibilities include assisting in curriculum development, supervising students, and maintaining laboratory equipment. The role offers competitive pay and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation

Employer-paid extended health and dental plan

Defined benefit pension plan

Access to flexible learning courses free of charge

Wellness and Employee Assistance programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of recent experience in Clinical Chemistry.
• Possess advanced Clinical Chemistry theoretical concepts and technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of curriculum and instructional media.
• Prepare supplementary course materials for teaching labs.
• Supervise and train technical personnel.

Skills

Effective English language oral and written communication

Build and maintain effective and collaborative networks

Demonstrable teaching, training, or mentoring skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited Medical Laboratory Science program

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institute

Current registration with CSMLS

Tools

MS Office Productivity Tools

Job description

Overview

BCIT’s School of Health Sciences Medical Laboratory Science Program requires a temporary, full-time (1.0 FTE) Assistant Instructor to support the delivery of the Clinical Chemistry curriculum.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the instructor in the development of curriculum and instructional media inaccordance with the Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professionals Regulators (CAMLPR) competency profiles
• Prepare supplementary course materials for teaching labs, including specimens and worksheets/instruction manuals
• Reinforce the instructor’s lecture material and its application to problems, procedures, and equipment
• Demonstrate and give practical instruction in a student teaching lab
• Assist in the assessment of student evaluations
• Supervise students throughout class activities
• Support the instructor in the research and procurement of educational teaching technology or equipment
• Coordinate and develop a quality assurance program for laboratory equipment, including maintenance and repair, quality control material, and standard operation procedures.
• Maintain supply inventory for the teaching labs
• Supervise and/or train technical personnel, including service technicians
• Support the delivery of Simulation workshops and activities.
• Perform other administrative duties as required, including student selection, program planning and committee work.

Qualifications

Education & Credentials

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Laboratory Science program
• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institute preferred OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Current registration with CSMLS

Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of recent, full-time, or equivalent experience in Clinical Chemistry
• Possess advanced Clinical Chemistry theoretical concepts and technical skills
• Demonstrable teaching, training, or mentoring skills for students, colleagues, or other clients
• Knowledge and experience with all MS Office Productivity Tools and various meeting platforms

Key Competencies

• Effective English language oral and written communication
• Build and maintain effective and collaborative networks and relationships with students, colleagues and partners
• Hold yourself and the MLS program and profession to the highest ethical and professional standards
• Identify opportunities and barriers related to course/program innovation and approach challenges through a solution-focused perspective
• Work independently and reliably with limited supervision
• Lead, inspire, and shape students’ behaviours and actions through a commitment of excellence, passion and enthusiasm for the work
• Commitment to lifelong learning made possible through professional development opportunities

Additional Information

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position)
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans!
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Professional Development funds and resources
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
• Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here!

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Salary

Salary Range: $68,182 - $93,143 per annum.

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Job Details

Posting Category: Faculty

Department 2: Laboratory & Allied Health

Campus Location: Burnaby campus

Bargaining Unit: BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)

Job Status: Temporary

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Anticipated Start Date: 09/09/2025

Anticipated End Date: 06/05/2026

Competition Number: 25FSA657

Competition Open Date: 08/30/2025

Competition Close Date: 09/13/2025