" Medical Laboratory Science Adjunct Faculty"

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Oklahoma Christian University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions in several disciplines and assignments to courses for delivery through various modalities, including on-campus and online. Required qualifications vary from department to department, but a discipline-related master's degree or a combination of education and relevant professional experience are generally required. Candidates with terminal degrees and other specialized training are also highly desired. Specific requirements can be found in each adjunct job post.

Adjunct appointments are part-time (typically one or two courses) and made on a semester-by-semester basis but often result in recurring assignments within a regular course rotation. Adjunct openings frequently occur with short notice, so the Oklahoma Christian Human Resources office accepts adjunct applications at all times. This is an on-campus, in-person position.

Primary Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate Degree in related area.
• Three (3) years experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) in an accredited hospital laboratory.
• Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist with the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification.
• Light lifting up to 10 lbs and light carrying up to 10 lbs. Ability to reach above shoulder. Periods of time spent sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending and stooping. 

Preferred Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in related area.
• Five (5) years as a Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) in an accredited hospital laboratory.
• Three (3) years teaching experience in an accredited Medical Laboratory Science Program. 

Responsibilities:

• Development and maintain course syllabi and materials. 
• Faculty will also be involved in evaluating student achievement, developing curricula, formulating policy and procedures and evaluating program effectiveness.
• Teach collaboratively within the Medical Laboratory Science Program, including didactic components.
• Assist with student advisement and retention.
• Perform committee assignments and other duties as assigned by the Division Dean and/or Program Director.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
• This position is subject to random drug testing as set forth in the College’s Policies and Procedures Manual. 

Salary and Benefits:

Salary is commensurate with degree level

Timetable:  Application screening is ongoing and continues each semester based on enrollment and departmental needs. As candidates advance through the screening process, additional materials may be requested. To apply, click the button below. 

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