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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

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 Begins On

11/27/2024

Summary of Health Risks

Website

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

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.