"Medical Laboratory Science Program Director and Assistant Professor Tenure Track"

Medical Laboratory Science Program Director and Assistant Professor Tenure Track

Company:
Winston-Salem State University

Job Location:
Winston-Salem, 27110

Category:
Medical Research

Type:
Full-Time

Appointment Type: Permanent Full-Time

Primary Purpose of the Position :

Position Title: Medical Laboratory Science Program Director, Assistant Professor Tenure Track
Appointment: Full-time, 9-month, tenure-track

Position Description:
The Department of Medical Laboratory Science invites applications for a full-time, 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor to serve as Program Director. The successful candidate will provide leadership for the NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) program and contribute to the department's mission through teaching, research, and service.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching: Instruct approximately 12 semester credit hours per semester, primarily in Immunohematology and Immunology, with additional teaching assignments as needed.
• Research: Develop and maintain an active research agenda. Applicants should have evidence of prior research training (e.g., doctoral dissertation, postdoctoral fellowship, or equivalent scholarly work) and demonstrate potential for establishing an independent and sustainable research program. A record of peer-reviewed publications or comparable scholarly outputs is expected.
• Service: Engage in curriculum development, student advising, and participate in department, school, and university committee work.

Program Director Responsibilities (per National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) Standards):

• Provide leadership and oversight for the MLS program, ensuring compliance with NAACLS accreditation standards.
• Maintain communication with NAACLS, the institution, clinical affiliates, faculty, and students.
• Facilitate curriculum review, program evaluation, and continuous improvement processes.
• Oversee student recruitment, admission, progression, and advising.
• Coordinate with clinical sites, maintain affiliation agreements, and ensure quality clinical education experiences.
• Supervise and evaluate faculty and staff assigned to the program.
• Ensure that program goals, outcomes, and resources support student success and accreditation requirements.

Preferred Years Experience,Skills, Training , Education :
Preferred Qualifications:

• Three or more years of teaching experience in Immunohematology, Immunology and other MLS disciplines.
• ACUE (Association of College and University Educators) Certification or equivalent instructional training.
• Evidence of a developing research agenda with demonstrated potential for establishing an independent and sustainable research program.
• Record of peer-reviewed publications or comparable scholarly outputs.
• Formal professional development or training in leadership, program administration, or curriculum planning.

Special Instructions Summary:

Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.

Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.

Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834

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