Adjunct Faculty Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Program

Community College of Allegheny County; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,857 - 58,191; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Pittsburgh is seeking an Adjunct Faculty for the Medical Laboratory Technician program. Responsibilities include teaching, curriculum development, and student assessment. Applicants must be ASCP-certified MLTs with an associate degree. Post-secondary teaching experience preferred. The position offers a competitive hourly salary of $35.95.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be ASCP-certified MLTs with relevant work experience.
• Post-secondary teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems and educational technologies.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop the curriculum.
• Prepare course outlines and assess student performance.
• Participate in professional development activities.

Skills

ASCP certification

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of industry-related software

Education

Associate degree from an accredited institution

Job description

Overview

Adjunct Faculty Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Program

Position Title: Adjunct Faculty - Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Program

Department: Academics

Campus: College-wide

Please note: If you are a PSERS retiree, per PSERS guidelines, employment by the College as an adjunct faculty member will result in the suspension of your retirement benefits by PSERS.

Transcripts: Applicants must electronically attach unofficial transcripts when applying to this posting.

Work Hours (for hourly positions): Days and hours vary according to class schedule and the needs of the College and Department.

Salary Grade: $35.95/hour

Job Category: Adjunct Faculty

Employment Type: Adjunct Part-Time

General Summary

The primary responsibilities of the faculty are to teach and to develop the curriculum. To meet these responsibilities, faculty must remain knowledgeable about advances in their disciplines, in learning theory, and in pedagogy. Faculty portfolios will include contributions and program development and show evidence of ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• Applicants must be ASCP-certified MLTs with at least an associate degree from an accredited institution.
• Candidates should possess relevant work experience along with a strong understanding of the field and proficiency in their specific content area.
• Post-secondary teaching experience and familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and other educational technologies is preferred.
• Applicants for teaching assignments are expected to have strong communication skills.
• Applicants are expected to have post-secondary teaching experiences; work experiences in the discipline to be taught; and knowledge of industry-related software and systems, including industry certifications, where appropriate.
• Degrees must be from an accredited institution.

Job Duties

1. The primary responsibilities of faculty are to teach and to develop the curriculum. Prepare and provide students with course outlines that support learning objectives set forth in the course syllabus. Develop and measure learning outcomes. Assess student performance and maintain grade records.
2. Create an effective learning environment through the use of a variety of instructional methods.
3. Collaborate in the development and continued assessment of learning outcomes for use in program reviews and curriculum revision.
4. Work with other program and/or discipline faculty to complete scheduled program reviews and to use the findings to revise the curriculum.
5. Participate in appropriate professional development activities to assure currency in both discipline, knowledge and instructional methods.
6. Participate in department/discipline, division, campus, and college meetings and committees.
7. Participate in college projects, surveys, studies, and reports that relate to the discipline or program.
8. Collaborate in the development of program and/or discipline promotional materials.
9. Support the college's goals.
10. Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Clearance

Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and in order to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances and are available here.

To view the full job posting and apply for this position, contact the College instruction team or visit the College career site.