"Ast Inst/Inst/Ast Prof Fixed Term"

Working/Functional Title

Ast Inst/Inst/Ast Prof Fixed Term

Position Summary

The Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program at Michigan State University invites applications for a Fixed Term Faculty position (non-tenure) at a rank commensurate with experience. The appointment will be an academic year, nine-month position. This individual will be responsible for in-person and online instruction at the undergraduate and graduate level. The teaching load would be approximately 3 courses per semester, the discipline of which would depend upon candidate expertise and BLD program need. MSU BLD offers two undergraduate degrees, Biomedical Laboratory Science and Medical Laboratory Science (a NACCLS accredited program) and three graduate degrees – an MA in Biomedical Laboratory Science, an MS in Clinical Laboratory Science, and an MS in Biomedical Laboratory Operations. Additional responsibilities include advising, professional engagement, service, and outreach. Opportunities for summer employment and/or clinical activities may be accommodated. The salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience.

Required Degree

Doctorate

Minimum Requirements

• A doctoral degree in biological sciences, public health, education, health sciences, or related field (Ast. Prof.). [Masters Degree (Inst.) Bachelors Degree (Ast. Inst.)]
• Hold a clinical certification/credential (such as MLS, or eligible).
• Teaching potential as reflected in experiences educating or training people.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues as part of a team.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion by cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments for a diverse group of learners.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of or experience with discipline-based education research, scholarship of teaching and learning, and/or scholarly approaches to curriculum development.
• Experience teaching in a relevant field as an instructor of record.
• Professional experience developing and/or disseminating knowledge in a relevant field through research, outreach, publication, or presentations.
• Participation in professional societies (such as ASCLS, ASCP, etc.).
• Working experience in the medical laboratory.
• Specific experience in hematology, immunology, molecular diagnostics, and scientific writing.

Required Application Materials

• Cover letter that describes your interest in the position.
• Please submit a single learning objective (written by you) that addresses a fundamental concept or competency in medical laboratory science, why you think it an important learning objective, how you would assess the learning objective, and a description of your instructional approach used to help students achieve the objective.
• CV.
• Names and contact information of 3 references who will be contacted if invited for a final interview

Special Instructions

Review of applications will begin 1 month from posting date and will continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position may be directed to Angela Wholehan, Teaching Specialist, BLD (angelalw@msu.edu). Job application should be made through the MSU Careers website at https://careers.msu.edu.

Review of Applications Begins On

11/27/2024

Website

https://bld.natsci.msu.edu/