Adjunct Assistant Professor, Clinical Laboratory Sciences

LM Wind Power / GE; Perry Center (NY); On-site; USD 1,120,608 - 1,596,018; Part time

Job summary

LM Wind Power / GE is seeking an Adjunct Assistant Professor for the Clinical Laboratory Science program at Santa Fe College. This role involves developing and teaching courses in various laboratory sciences. Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field and are expected to collaborate with faculty while maintaining flexibility across multiple locations.

The position supports a diverse learning environment and requires strong communication skills, adaptability, and ethical conduct. This part-time role offers a pay rate of $986 per semester credit hour.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification needed for clinical setting.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Teach didactic, laboratory, and clinical courses in CLS.
• Plan and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum guidelines.
• Collaborate with staff to evaluate and develop curriculum.

Skills

Adaptability to change

Analytical aptitude

Communication

Critical thinking

Customer service

Organization and time management

Problem solving

Relationship management

Results orientation

Detail oriented

Education

Master’s degree in biological, chemical, or clinical laboratory science

18 graduate semester hours in any recognized academic major

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) program at Santa Fe College prepares students to work as a medical technologist in a clinical setting such as a hospital, medical center, or reference laboratory and is accredited by the NAACLS. The Adjunct Assistant Professor will develop, prepare and teach a variety of coursework including Clinical Chemistry, Hematology/Hemostasis, Immunology, Immunohematology/Transfusion Medicine, Microbiology, Urine and Body Fluid Analysis, Laboratory Operations, and other emerging diagnostics and related disciplines. Faculty are assigned to the Perry Center or any of the program’s clinical affiliate locations. Course offerings may be taught during the day, evening, or online. Candidates must have flexibility to teach assigned time and format at any site throughout the academic year. The primary function is to teach didactic, laboratory, and clinical courses in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS).

Salary

The part-time instructional service rate is $986 per semester credit hour.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, and delivers instruction in didactic, laboratory, and/or online settings to promote student success within a community college setting and align with NAACLS curriculum guidelines. Supports and promotes the college and departmental missions centered on excellence in teaching and learning through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and service. Collaborates with department chair, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum to cultivate mastery of course content. Demonstrates technological literacy and innovation in instruction delivery. Works collaboratively as part of a cohesive academic team. Assists with implementation of college policies, objectives, and functions in accordance with SF college philosophy, mission, strategic initiatives, and procedures. Participates in departmental and collegewide meetings as needed. Serves as a professional role‑model and mentor for students, providing frequent, timely assessment and clear feedback regarding academic performance. Appropriately documents student progress and maintains records including attendance, grading and student learning outcomes. Develops methods that fairly and accurately assess students’ progress in achieving stated learning outcomes/objectives. Correlates clinical education with didactic education and evaluates student performance and learning. May evaluate, consult, and instruct students during their clinical rotations. Maintains office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment. Assists the Program Director with preparing reports for internal and external audiences. Maintains current knowledge of the discipline and educational methodologies through continuing professional development. Strictly honors the privacy and security of student records and other sensitive information. Works a flexible schedule at multiple worksites. Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible and professional engagement. Performs other duties as assigned.

Reporting

Reports to the Chair, Emerging Technologies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher, or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in any recognized academic major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science, including but not limited to medical, dental, pharmacology/pharmaceutical, veterinary, physiology, and pathology.
• For candidates appointed to a clinical setting, documentation of immunizations and current CPR/BLS certification is required.
• Criminal background check will be conducted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant teaching experience within a community college setting.
• Current American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification.
• At least one year of clinical laboratory experience.

General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work successfully in a multi‑cultural environment.
• Adaptability to change – flexible and supportive, able to positively and proactively assimilate change in a rapid growth environment.
• Analytical aptitude and problem solving – able to analyze information, problems, situations, practices and/or procedures, collect and interpret data, reason logically, establish facts, identify and define existing and potential issues, recognize interrelationships among elements, draw valid conclusions, develop recommendations and alternative courses of action, select appropriate course, follow up, and evaluate.
• Communication – effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner.
• Critical thinking and judgment – make well‑reasoned, sensible, and timely decisions based on careful, objective review and informed analysis of available information.
• Customer service – respond promptly and courteously to all questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience and persistence when helping students with little or no computer skills.
• Ethics – demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job‑related actions.
• Organization and time management – plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames.
• Problem solving – identify issues, determine their cause, develop creative solutions, and follow through with implementing resolutions.
• Relationship management – provide high level of interactive service to others, building relationships and addressing identified needs.
• Results orientation – set and exceed established targets.
• Systems & software – proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.
• Detail oriented – accurate and attention to detail.
• Multitask – organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response.

EEO Statement

Santa Fe College (SF) is committed to maintaining a work and educational environment that embraces diversity and where no member of the college community is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subject to discrimination in any college program or activity based on race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, political opinions or affiliations, or veteran status. This commitment applies to employees, volunteers, students, and, to the extent possible, to third parties, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, and the general public. Inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies or concerns about discrimination or harassment, including concerns about sexual harassment or sexual violence under Title IX, should be directed to [e-mail].