Assistant Professor/Program Director – Medical Lab Technology

North Idaho College; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 personal days per year

9 sick days per year

Tuition assistance

Excellent retirement benefits

Job summary

North Idaho College in Coeur d'Alene, ID, seeks an Assistant Professor/Program Director - MLT to lead the Medical Laboratory Technology program within the Idaho Consortium for Medical Laboratory Technology Education (ICMLTE). This tenure-track role combines academic leadership, accreditation oversight, and teaching, with emphasis on NAACLS compliance and quality student learning experiences.

You will oversee curriculum review, student assessment, clinical partnerships, budget planning, faculty

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Experience in medical laboratory science education including teaching courses and supervising clinical experiences.
• Knowledge of NAACLS accreditation requirements and program evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and program leadership for the MLT program.
• Oversee accreditation compliance, reports and site visits.
• Coordinate curriculum review, student learning assessment and program planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Curriculum design

Evaluation skills

Training and presentation skills

Instructional technology

Education

Master’s degree

Idaho CTE certificate eligibility

Job description

Lead a respected Medical Laboratory Technology program whilepreparing the next generation of laboratory professionals. As the Assistant Professor/Program Director - MLT, you’ll provideacademic and program leadership for the Idaho Consortium forMedical Laboratory Technology Education (ICMLTE), ensuring studentsreceive high-quality education and clinical experiences while theprogram maintains its NAACLS accreditation.

You’ll oversee the day-to-day administration and coordination of the program, including accreditation compliance, reports, site visits, program evaluation, curriculum review, student learning assessment, and program planning. You’ll build and maintain relationships with clinical laboratories and healthcare organizations, coordinate clinical affiliation agreements and student onboarding requirements, and work with consortium institutions and clinical partners to support strong learning experiences. You’ll lead advisory and executive committee meetings, contribute to budget planning, support faculty development, coordinate adjunct faculty needs, and participate in student recruitment and admissions activities. You’ll also teach assigned Medical Laboratory Technology courses, provide academic advising and laboratory supervision, and use a variety of instructional methods and technologies.

We’re looking for a Medical Laboratory Science professional with knowledge of education, program administration, and NAACLS accreditation requirements. The ideal candidate can lead across multiple institutions and build effective relationships with faculty, students, clinical partners, and other stakeholders. Strong communication, curriculum design and evaluation, training and presentation skills, and proficiency with instructional technology are essential. This role offers an opportunity to combine clinical laboratory expertise, education, and program leadership to make a lasting impact on students and the healthcare workforce.

Enjoyexcellent benefits, including retirement

• 2 personal days per year
• 9 sick days per year
• Tuition assistance

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Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degreerequired.
• A minimum of three years full-time equivalent experience in medical laboratory science education, including teaching courses, conducting and supervising clinical laboratory learning experiences, evaluating student achievement, providing input into curriculum development, policy and procedure formulation and evaluation of program effectiveness required.

Required License and/or Certifications

• Must hold a Medical Laboratory Scientist credential for generalist laboratory professionals from the ASCP Board of Certification.
• Eligible to obtain an Idaho post-secondary Career Technical Education (CTE) certificate.
• Must have valid driver’s license.

North Idaho College does not have a vaccine requirement. However, many of our nursing and health professions are subject to federal or local hospital vaccine requirements.

Starting pay range: $89,625 - $109,609

This position is 123.4% FTE.

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Work Site Location: Coeur d' Alene Campus

Work Schedule: This tenure track position is 123.4% FTE with pay and benefits continuing through the time off in late summer.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check and proof of degree if required for this position.

Application materials include: resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts