Assistant Professor/PC Medical Laboratory Technician

Connecticut State Community College; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CT State Community College in Willimantic, CT invites applications for an Assistant Professor, Program Coordinator. The position involves teaching up to 30 credit hours annually across lectured, hybrid, and online formats, and coordinating program activities with faculty and external partners.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or MLS/CLS, with relevant laboratory and teaching experience, and a commitment to inclusive education and program development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, MLS or CLS with national credentialing in MLT/MLS.
• Three years of practical laboratory experience.
• One year of college teaching (24+ credits).
• Ability to work with diverse students and colleagues.
• Excellent written and oral communication; proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to 30 credit hours per academic year in lecture, hybrid, or online formats.
• Develop syllabi, reading lists, and keep course materials current.
• Provide student mentoring, advising, and support.
• Assist with program reviews, accreditation, and partnerships with external entities.
• Attend workshops, serve on committees, and support program coordination duties.

Skills

Laboratory experience

College teaching

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, MLS or CLS

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

About CT State

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.

For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State

Position Details

Posted: September 16, 2026

Level: Assistant Professor, Program Coordinator

Employment Type: Standard, tenure track position

Hours: Full-time, 10-month (30 credit hours per academic year)

Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2027

Work Location: CT State Quinebaug Valley (Willimantic Center 729 Main Street, Willimantic, CT 06226)

Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote

Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by October 14, 2026.

Position Summary

All Teaching Faculty members shall: Prepare and teach college-approved courses in accordance with approved course descriptions and class schedules, including developing syllabi and reading lists and keeping each course taught complete and up to date; respond to and work with multiple constituencies, including students, peers (faculty and staff), and external agencies (business, community, educational, etc.); perform divisional departmental responsibilities in the selection of texts and related teaching resources; and other teaching and related duties as outlined on the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Dean, Department Chair, or other administrator, the Assistant Professor is responsible for teaching thirty (30) credit hours per academic year and delivering a range of courses within the assigned discipline. Courses may be offered in lecture, hybrid, and/or online formats, and teaching schedules may include both day and evening classes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Teaching courses within the assigned discipline area in accordance with institutional standards
• Evaluating and assessing student learning outcomes
• Providing student support, mentoring, and academic advising
• Developing curriculum and periodically reviewing and updating instructional materials
• Assisting with program reviews and accreditation-related activities
• Planning and executing program-related events
• Attending workshops, trainings, and/or professional conferences to maintain currency in the field

Program Coordinator duties include:

• Recruit, advise, and retain students in designated program areas
• Select appropriate part-time instructors
• Schedule program courses
• Hire and evaluate faculty
• Establish and cultivate partnerships with local organizations and employers
• Arrange and supervise student internships
• Assess, evaluate, and continuously improve the program
• Perform other duties as appropriately assigned to a Program Coordinator, in accordance with contract hours and the collective bargaining agreement
• Utilize release time, as specified in the collective bargaining agreement, to perform required administrative functions

Additional responsibilities include:

• Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
• Service on assigned committees and task forces
• Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational, and professional meetings, which may occur during evenings and weekends

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications and responsibilities that is stated within the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) or Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS). Currently credentialed as a medical laboratory technician (MLT) or medical technology/clinical laboratory scientist/medical laboratory scientist (MLS) by a nationally recognized and accredited agency ((ASCP, AMT, or AAB).

• Three (3) years of practical laboratory experience
• One (1) year of college teaching experience (24+ credits)
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching college level MLT courses (e.g., Introduction to Clinical Laboratory, Urinalysis and Body Fluids, Clinical Hematology and Coagulation, Clinical Chemistry, Clinical Microbiology, and/or Clinical Immunology and Immunohematology)
• Experience with curriculum development, program assessment and evaluation
• Experience supervising faculty or staff
• Demonstrated familiarity with Phlebotomy and/or Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) programs
• CT State recognizes the imperative to effectively serve diverse students, faculty and staff. As such, the ability to communicate additional languages beyond English (e.g., ASL, Spanish, Arabic, Bosnian) is considered a preferred qualification for all student and community facing positions
• Experience using technology to enhance the learning environment, e.g., Blackboard, online instruction or other modalities/software

Salary and Benefits

• Salary $79,177 approximate annual

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees.

Eligibility & Application Requirements

CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas.

Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.

Selection Process

After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.

The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.

Background Screening

Employment offers are contingent upon:

• Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
• Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks

Equity Statement

Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a-80(b) or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups.

For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7075 or [e-mail].

CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.