Assistant Professor - Teaching, B.S. Applied Health Sciences/Medical Laboratory Science

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University in Detroit seeks an Assistant Professor to teach in the B.S. Applied Health Sciences/Medical Laboratory Science program on the Detroit campus.

The role focuses on quality undergraduate instruction and student mentorship within MLS and related health sciences disciplines. The candidate must hold a Master’s degree (Doctoral preferred) with MLS(ASCP) or equivalent certification, plus teaching and clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Evidence of high-quality undergraduate teaching in applied health sciences or MLS.
• Experience with student mentorship and assessment in higher education.
• MLS(ASCP) or equivalent certification required.
• Clinical practice experience in medical laboratory science is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in B.S. Applied Health Sciences with MLS emphasis.
• Teach MLS courses; preferred Immunohematology and Molecular Diagnostics.
• Contribute to accreditation and program assessment activities.
• Deliver evidence-based, student-centered instruction and provide timely feedback to students.
• Engage in committee work, curriculum development, and student recruitment.

Skills

Teaching experience

MLS certification

Education

Master’s degree

Doctoral degree preferred

Job description

Assistant Professor - Teaching, B.S. Applied HealthSciences/Medical Laboratory Science

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced AssistantProfessor - Teaching, B.S. Applied Health Sciences/MedicalLaboratory Science at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university locatedin the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from allbackgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Ourdeep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity,diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educationalopportunities which prepare students for success in a globalsociety.

Essential functions (job duties):

• Teach undergraduate courses within the Bachelor of Science inApplied Health Sciences program, with an emphasis on professionaldevelopment, healthcare professions, medical terminology,pathophysiology, and related applied health sciences content thatprepares students for career and graduate study in the healthprofessions.
• Teach courses in the Medical Laboratory Science program in areasof expertise and other related content areas as needed. Preferreddisciplines: Immunohematology and Molecular Diagnostics
• Meet program accreditation qualifications that include adequateknowledge and proficiency in the discipline content area and teacheffectively at the appropriate level.
• Contribute and assist program director with accreditationcompliance
• Participate in professional development activities thatcontribute to continual learning in the MLS field as well aspersonal teaching advancements.
• Deliver high-quality instruction using evidence-based andstudent-centered teaching practices.
• Foster student learning and success through effective teachingand engagement.
• Develop, revise, and maintain course materials, assessments, andlearning activities that support program and institutional learningoutcomes.
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely, constructivefeedback.
• Maintain regular office hours and provide mentoring tostudents.
• Support student success, retention, and progression towardgraduate and professional healthcare programs and careers.
• Participate in curriculum review, program assessment, strategicplanning, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Incorporate instructional technologies and innovative teachingstrategies to enhance student learning.
• Participate in program, departmental, college, and universitycommittees and governance activities.
• Attend and contribute to department meetings, faculty meetings,and program-related events.
• Assist with student recruitment, open houses, and communityoutreach activities.
• Engage with alumni, professional organizations, and communitypartners as appropriate.
• Support program assessment and strategic planning.
• Contribute to initiatives that promote student engagement,academic excellence, and the mission of the department andcollege.
• Perform other duties consistent with the responsibilities of ateaching-focused faculty appointment.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree, or the ability to earn a master’s degree withinthree years
• Relevant teaching experience
• MLS(ASCP) or equivalent certification required
• Minimum of three years of clinical practice experience in medicallaboratory science

Preferred qualifications:

• Doctoral degree preferred.

School/College/Division:

H18 - Pharmacy & Health Science

Primary department:

H0801 - Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Sciences &Medical Laboratory Science

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Salary minimum: TBD
• Salary hire maximum: TBD

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offeredemployment to undergo a background check, including a criminalhistory check, before starting work. If you are offered employment,the university will inform you if a background check isrequired.