MLT Adjunct Faculty Microbiology

Oakton College; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 1,723,377 - 1,826,697; Part time

Job summary

Oakton College is seeking part-time faculty for the Des Plaines/Skokie, IL campus. The role involves constructing syllabi, preparing instructional materials, and delivering high-quality education in a student-centered environment. Successful candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in MT, biology, or chemistry, along with clinical certification and 2,000 hours of lab experience. Preferred qualifications include teaching experience and knowledge of the NAACLS accreditation process. Faculty must engage in professional development and facilitate an inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communicators and effective facilitators.
• Committed to improving student knowledge and ethics.
• Experience in teaching in a college-level environment.

Responsibilities

• Construct course syllabi consistent with objectives.
• Prepare instructional materials for lectures and labs.
• Deliver instruction and evaluate students' performance.
• Maintain records on student performance and attendance.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies.
• Adhere to AFA contract provisions.

Skills

Strong communication

Effective classroom facilitation

Knowledge of evolving technologies

Commitment to cultural competence

Education

Bachelor's degree in a MT (MLS), biology or chemistry

Certification as an MT ASCP or MLS ASCP

Minimum of 2,000 hours of clinical laboratory experience

Job description

Location: Des Plaines / Skokie, IL

Category: Adjunct Faculty

Job Type: Part Time Staff

Posted On: Fri May 1 2026

Job Description

Part‑time faculty are paid on a lecture hour equivalents (LHE) basis. For most courses, the LHE is the same as a credit hour. For other courses, the LHE represents additional work such as grading papers for Composition classes or teaching a class with a laboratory section (computers, languages, and the sciences); in those cases, the LHE is a figure higher than the credit hour. All part‑time faculty start at the beginning pay rates, regardless of the level and type of experience obtained elsewhere. For the 2026‑2027 academic year rates are $1,251/LHE for faculty without doctorates and $1,326/LHE for faculty with doctorates.
Part‑time faculty advance one step within the salary schedule after the successful completion of two fall and spring semesters where 3+ LHEs are taught each semester.
All assignments are conditioned on sufficient enrollment. Once a course starts, the part‑time faculty member is expected to complete the course.
Part‑time faculty are hired on a semester‑by‑semester basis and are typically assigned courses based on seniority and full qualification, including education, training, work experience, and a history of successful performance at Oakton College.

Applicant Expectations

Applicants must be strong communicators, effective classroom facilitators, and enjoy teaching in a student‑centered environment. Oakton values candidates committed to working in a culturally competent environment. Candidates should be current and skilled in evolving technologies, active in promoting critical thinking, and committed to challenging students to be knowledgeable, ethical, and capable global citizens. Oakton seeks enthusiastic faculty who are committed to innovation in college‑level teaching and learning and interested in non‑traditional delivery of instruction. Faculty are expected to be professionally competent, possess strong leadership qualities, participate in professional development activities, and engage in institutional and departmental service.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Construction of a course syllabus, consistent with the generic course syllabus that stipulates course objectives, content, and grading criteria.
• Preparation of course presentations and instructional materials for lecture, and laboratory and clinical functions (as appropriate).
• Delivery of instruction, including being prepared for and meeting courses and laboratories (if appropriate) at scheduled times.
• Consultation with and evaluation of students.
• Maintenance of clear records on student performance, as well as any other factors such as attendance involved with the grading of students.
• Compliance with departmental and institutional policies and procedures including but not limited to submission of midterm and final grades, keeping office hours, and decisions regarding instructional matters such as texts, assignments, and grading standards; also adhering to provisions of the AFA contract.
• Compliance with institutional procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a MT (MLS), biology or chemistry.
• Certification as an MT ASCP or MLS ASCP.
• Minimum of 2,000 hours of clinical laboratory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of technical clinical experience.
• Three years of teaching experience, college preferred.
• Knowledge of NAACLS accreditation process.
• Experience in clinical training or supervising of MLT students.
• Master's degree or Doctorate in MT, biology, chemistry, related field, or Master's of Education.

Equal Opportunity Employer