Assistant or Associate Professor

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Dakota's Department of Medical Laboratory Science invites applications for a full-time faculty member (12-month) at Assistant or Associate rank. The role focuses on teaching MLS programs, mentoring students, and engaging in scholarly activity.

The position starts January 1, 2027, with a 12-month Educator Scholar track and a salary commensurate with experience. Responsibilities include curriculum development for online, on-campus, and hybrid delivery, evaluation of student

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in MLS from an accredited program.
• ASCP MLS/CLS/MT certification or HT/HTL certification required.
• Minimum 2 years teaching or training students.
• 3 years of MLS experience in clinical or academic settings.
• Criminal history check completed; eligible to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Teach MLS Master’s and undergraduate programs across modalities.
• Provide timely evaluation and growth-focused feedback to students.
• Contribute to curricular assessment and program accreditation goals.
• Advise and mentor students; participate in departmental initiatives.
• Engage in scholarly activity and service aligned with the department and university.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Organization

Independent and team work

Adaptability

Education

Master’s degree in MLS

ASCP MLS/CLS/MT certification

HT/HTL certification

Teaching/training experience

Tools

Blackboard LMS

Educational technology

Job description

Salary/Position Classification

• $75,000+ contract, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): Yes

Purpose of Position

The Department of Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) at the University of North Dakota (UND) School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) is searching for a full-time faculty member (12-month appointment, Assistant or Associate rank, non-tenure Educator Scholar track) who will become a vital member of our student-centered team focused on delivering quality education and building the future laboratory workforce.

The anticipated position start date is January 1, 2027.

The UND Department of MLS includes a Master’s in MLS program, as well as undergraduate programs in MLS and Histotechnology that are fully accredited by NAACLS (the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences; 5600 N. River Rd, Suite 720, Rosemont, IL 60018-5119).

Salary is commensurate on experience, including level of appointment.

Duties & Responsibilities

This position is primarily responsible for teaching in UND Department of MLS programs (Master’s in MLS, undergraduate MLS and Histotechnology), as well as correlating service and scholarly activity. Responsibilities include

• Develop curriculum for delivery through multiple modalities (online, face-to-face, hybrid, student laboratory)
• Provide timely, fair evaluation and growth-centered feedback for student work
• Contribute to curricular and programmatic assessment in accordance with goals and standards of UND and NAACLS
• Advise and mentor students
• Demonstrate active and collaborative participation in departmental initiatives such as accreditation, outreach, meetings, and student support
• Actively engage in professional development, as well as service and scholarly activity that aligns with the mission of the department and University

Additional responsibilities, such as leadership or coordination of departmental areas, may be assigned based on experience, need, and/or specific interest.

Required Competencies

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in team environments
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt
• Ability to listen and respond to constructive feedback

Minimum Requirements

• Earned master’s degree in MLS
• 3 years of experience as a MLS
• Documented ASCP certification as MLS (or CLS, MT) and/or HT (or HTL)
• 2 years of experience teaching and/or training students or employees
• Successful completion of criminal history records check

  In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

  Preferred Qualifications
  • An earned doctorate, or progress toward a doctoral degree
  • Experience or training in histology procedures
  • 2 years of supervisory or management experience in MLS or HT/HTL
  • Experience with course/curriculum development
  • Experience with Blackboard Learning Management System and other educational technology/software systems
  • Familiarity with NAACLS accreditation standards/processes
  • Record of scholarly activity and/or service to the profession
  • Current ASCP Credential Maintenance (‘CM’) at the MLS level
  • Eligibility for North Dakota licensure at the MLS level