Assistant Professor - School of Health Professions (Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences)

University of Kansas Medical Center; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Assistant Professor to join their School of Health Professions. This role involves teaching and mentoring students in clinical laboratory science, focusing on immunology and microbiology. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of innovative curricula and ensure students achieve program competencies. With a commitment to academic excellence and a collaborative environment, this position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of healthcare education. Join a vibrant community dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice in clinical laboratory sciences.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a CLS appropriate discipline is required.
• Experience in a clinical laboratory is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in clinical laboratory science.
• Coordinate clinical learning experience placements.
• Participate in curriculum development and student advising.

Skills

Immunology

Microbiology

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

MLS(ASCP) certification

Job description

Assistant Professor - School of Health Professions (Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences)

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Position Title

Assistant Professor - School of Health Professions (Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences)

Department

SHP Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS)

Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Position Title

Assistant Professor - School of Health Professions (Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences)

Job Family Group

Academic

Job Description Summary

The Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences at the University of Kansas Medical Center is seeking applicants for an open Assistant Professor position. The CLS department’s programs include NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Scientist and Diagnostic Molecular Scientist undergraduate programs, and a Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Science program. To support our goals, the Department invites applications for a full-time nontenure track Assistant Professor who will contribute to our clinical laboratory science programs.

Job Description

Job Duties

• Teach upper division undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses in clinical laboratory science. Individuals with experience and expertise in immunology and microbiology are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Contribute to graduate level courses in clinical laboratory science.
• Coordinate and evaluate clinical/applied learning experience placements to ensure achievement of program goals and competencies.
• Participate in the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of program curriculum, policy, procedures, and outcomes as appropriate to maintain accreditation of degree programs.
• Participate in student advising and mentoring, and assessment of student achievement and progress.
• Serve on departmental, School of Health Professions, and University committees.
• Promote scholarly activity by clinical laboratory science faculty and students.
  
  

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Department: The Department programs include a Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Science (DCLS) and a BS in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS). The DCLS program prepares graduates for advanced practice as members of innovative interprofessional healthcare teams, and is one of three such programs in the U.S. The BS in CLS program includes two concentration options: clinical & molecular biotechnology. The clinical concentration is a NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Scientist program. The molecular biotechnology concentration is a NAACLS-accredited Diagnostic Molecular Scientist program. The University of Kansas CLS program has a long history, having marked its 90th anniversary in 2023. More information about the department and its programs is available at www.cls.kumc.edu .

The University of Kansas Medical Center: The University of Kansas (KU) is a major comprehensive research and teaching university. The KU Medical Center includes the Schools of Health Professions, Medicine, and Nursing, which together enroll about 2500 students. The KU Medical Center campus is located in a residential setting centrally situated in the greater metropolitan Kansas City area which encompasses seven counties over rolling terrain in Kansas and Missouri. Additional information about the KU Medical Center is at www.kumc.edu.

Required Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Master's degree in a CLS appropriate discipline
• MLS(ASCP) certification (other clinical laboratory certification credentials may substitute)
  
  

Work Experience

• Experience in a clinical laboratory
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

Work Experience: Teaching experience in an academic-based NAACLS-accredited clinical laboratory science education program.

Skills

• Work effectively with others
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate ideas clearly
  
  

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter (with teaching philosophy)
• 3 professional references
  
  

If selected as a final candidate for this position, you may be required to complete the Association of American of Universities Representations and Warranties document and sign a release of records that will allow the University of Kansas Medical Center to conduct a further background check with former employers. A copy of the Representations and Warranties document can be found here.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Employee Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Higher Education

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