Education Specialist

University of North Dakota•Grand Forks, ND

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Education Specialist is to support the department and its faculty in order to maintain delivery of quality educational experiences to many students in different program paths. The Education Specialist position is vital for assisting with and/or managing admissions, assessment, and advising processes throughout the department, all of which are imperative for maintaining program accreditations and positive outcomes.

Requirements

Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to handle biohazardous samples/specimens and operate medical laboratory equipment
Ability to work efficiently as an individual or part of a collaborative group, while maintaining integrity and professionalism
Self-direction, flexibility, and willingness to adapt and accept feedback/direction
Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS; or CLS/MT); or Bachelor’s degree plus completion of a NAACLS accredited MLS/CLS/MT program
Documented ASCP MLS (or CLS/MT) certification
License to practice in North Dakota at the MLS level (or meet license eligibility requirements and secure within 6 months of hire)
Successful completion of criminal history background check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Teaching or student/employee training experience
Experience with utilization of educational technology and software (ex. Blackboard)
2 years of experience as an MLS (or CLS/MT)

Responsibilities

Serve as a member of the Department of Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Clinical Education Team
Assist with collection, management, and monitoring of required clinical affiliation documentation
Manage pre-clinical student documentation related to health records, background checks, and required trainings
Assist in the delivery of testing, feedback, and review tools for students completing clinical rotation coursework
Develop and maintain documents related to clinical experiences and progress tracking.
Provide instructional and curricular support through preparation, delivery, and/or grading of undergraduate coursework
Assist Department of MLS faculty and staff with preparation, setup, execution, and grading of student labs
Participate in the laboratory instruction of undergraduate MLS students
Organize and maintain needed course section information for various program routes
Manage and deliver undergraduate student advising
Advise undergraduate MLS students
Perform transcript reviews for current, potential, and incoming transfer students
Serve as MLS advisor for UND School of Medicine & Health Sciences (SMHS) at UND Orientation Days and other advising events
Be a liaison between the Department of MLS and SMHS and/or UND advising personnel
Assist students (prospective and/or current) with registration and admission processes
Assist in the coordination of admissions, assessment, and accreditation processes for Department of MLS program routes
Manage collection, review, preparation, and assessment of admissions data for various departmental program routes
Assist with development and distribution of program applications
Assist with various duties associated NAACLS accreditation
Participate in the Department of MLS Assessment & Accreditation Committee
Assist in collection and management of departmental assessment data
Develop and/or maintain essential records and documents related to student recruitment and retention, tracking of departmental goals, and other initiatives
Participate in other education-related responsibilities
Assist with promotional documents, marketing ideas, and recruitment strategies/activities both on and off campus
Manage the Department of MLS website and program pages
Serve as a member of various Department of MLS committees