"Medical Laboratory Sciences Faculty - Open Rank"

Job Summary

Reporting to the department chair, the open rank faculty member in the Medical Laboratory Science program will teach courses in the Medical Laboratory Science undergraduate curriculum including (lecture and laboratory courses) in face to face, hybrid, and online delivery models. Scholarship is an expectation of faculty in tenure-track positions but service on University, College, Department, and Program committees as well as assisting with program recruitment will also be required. Ongoing faculty development is an expectation of all faculty. The position is an academic (10 month), tenure-track appointment.

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in medical laboratory science, biomedical science, chemistry, biology, pathology and laboratory medicine, molecular diagnostics, bioscience, genetics, other biological science, health science or a closely related field by August 1, 2026.
• National certification as a clinical laboratory professional.
• Minimum of one year of teaching experience, which may include teaching in the clinical environment and/or traditional education settings.
• Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.
• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research/creative activities as appropriate to the discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years full-time college/university teaching experience at the assistant professor level is required for the rank of associate professor along with a strong record of research and service with publications and presentations in professional venues.
• Minimum of 5 years full-time college/university teaching experience at the associate professor level is required for the rank of professor along with a strong record of research and service with substantial publications and presentations in professional venues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years teaching experience.
• Record of publications and presentations in professional venues.
• Proficiency with design and instruction for online courses.
• Specialty credential in medical laboratory science (e.g. blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, molecular biology).

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience. This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled
Screening of applications begins January 5, 2026, and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2026.

Contact Information

Search Chair Name: Dr. Laurie Adams
Email: laAdams@georgiasouthern.edu
Telephone: 912-344-3382

Location

Armstrong Campus
11935 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31419