What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor, Hematology or Clinical Chemistry position at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences?
Position Summary
The Department of Allied Health Sciences, within the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, invites applications for a full-time (9.5 month) Instructor position in clinical chemistry or immunohematology. The appointment is scheduled to begin on July 1 st , 2026.
Applications consisting of a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information of three references should be submitted. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Academic rank and compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience in clinical practice or clinical management, and experience in professional education.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Please note that this posting is not all-inclusive of the job responsibilities or qualifications of the position. The essential functions of the job may or may not have been fully described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Benefits
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental and vision benefits, free life insurance and disability programs, tuition assistance programs, retirement plan with employer match and contribution, and generous time off including 20 paid holidays plus paid sick and vacation time. Additional perks include wellness rewards, free gym access, free parking, identity theft protection and many others. Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, and exclusions may apply for some roles.
Additional Information
This position is based in Albany, NY. The duties and responsibilities of this particular role require the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or interaction with our community, requiring all work to be performed full-time on-site. Standard work hours are from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM EST, Monday through Friday. Additional details pertaining to this position will be discussed during the interview process.
ACPHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our hiring and employment practices.
The Department of Allied Health Sciences, within the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, invites applications for a full-time (9.5 month) Instructor position in clinical chemistry or immunohematology. The appointment is scheduled to begin on July 1 st , 2026.
Applications consisting of a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information of three references should be submitted. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Academic rank and compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience in clinical practice or clinical management, and experience in professional education.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
- Teaching and student advising at undergraduate and graduate levels. Expected teaching responsibilities will primarily support the Bachelor of Science and Master of Science Clinical Laboratory Science programs and include lecture and laboratory courses in clinical chemistry or immunohematology with additional Clinical Laboratory Science courses.
- Work closely with the Clinical Laboratory Science Program Director to continuously improve the quality of instruction, assist with course planning, and support program accreditation.
- Contribute to the service mission of the department, college, and professional community.
- Works independently with little direction and confidentially with discretion
- Maintains excellent organization skills
- Demonstrates oral and written communication skills
- Upholds a positive attitude and work ethic
- Interacts effectively with members of the organization
- Observes schedules and meet assignment deadlines
- Willing to learn/enhance skills needed to perform responsibilities
- Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), Adobe, Office 365, One Drive and SharePoint
- Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Sciences focused on advanced topics, a Master of Science in Education, or a doctoral degree such as a Ph.D., Ed.D., or Sc.D
- At least 3 years of experience in clinical laboratory science; this may also include teaching responsibilities
- Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS (ASCP), or an ASCP specialist certification or equivalent is preferred
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Please note that this posting is not all-inclusive of the job responsibilities or qualifications of the position. The essential functions of the job may or may not have been fully described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Benefits
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental and vision benefits, free life insurance and disability programs, tuition assistance programs, retirement plan with employer match and contribution, and generous time off including 20 paid holidays plus paid sick and vacation time. Additional perks include wellness rewards, free gym access, free parking, identity theft protection and many others. Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, and exclusions may apply for some roles.
Additional Information
This position is based in Albany, NY. The duties and responsibilities of this particular role require the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or interaction with our community, requiring all work to be performed full-time on-site. Standard work hours are from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM EST, Monday through Friday. Additional details pertaining to this position will be discussed during the interview process.
ACPHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our hiring and employment practices.