Instructor and Assistant Professor, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Continuing Track Faculty

University of Delaware•Newark, DE

About The Position

The Department of Medical and Molecular Sciences at the University of Delaware is seeking two continuing-track faculty members for its NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) program. One position is at the rank of Assistant Professor; the other may be at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor. Candidates will teach undergraduate and graduate lectures and laboratory courses, primarily in medical laboratory science, and contribute to scholarly and service activities aligned with the department’s mission. The curriculum is delivered in traditional classroom and online formats. Successful candidates will advise graduate students, pursue scholarly activities, and provide service to the university, department, and professional community. They will also work with clinical affiliates to support students during clinical rotations. The anticipated appointment date is August 15, 2027. Academic rank is subject to qualifications, experience, and departmental faculty vote under the university’s collective bargaining agreement. The Department of Medical and Molecular Sciences offers undergraduate and graduate programs in clinical, biomedical, and pre-health sciences and collaborates with academic, clinical, community, and industry partners. The University of Delaware is located in Newark, Delaware. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Relocation and start-up funds are available and negotiable. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis beginning November 15 and will be accepted until the positions are filled.

Requirements

At least three years of clinical laboratory experience, teaching, and professional experience.
Knowledge of biomedical sciences and commitment to evidence-based teaching methods.
MLS(ASCP)CM certification or equivalent.
For appointment as Assistant Professor: a doctoral degree (Ph.D., Sc.D., Ed.D., D.C.L.S., or similar), or doctoral candidate status with ABD, in medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or a related biomedical field.
For appointment as Instructor: a master’s degree.
Competence in didactic and clinical education.
Ability to teach MLS curriculum in traditional classroom and online formats.

Nice To Haves

Generalist background in medical laboratory science.
Clinical laboratory experience emphasizing hematology or microbiology.
Specialist certification in hematology or microbiology.
College-level teaching experience, including laboratory instruction.
Familiarity with NAACLS accreditation standards.
Ability to teach an additional MLS subject area, such as urinalysis and body fluids, clinical chemistry, or immunohematology.
Ability to contribute to graduate-level courses in biostatistics, research design, or laboratory management.

Responsibilities

Teach lectures and student laboratory courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, primarily in medical laboratory science.
Deliver MLS curriculum in traditional classroom and online formats.
Advise graduate students.
Pursue scholarly activities.
Provide service to the university, department, and professional community.
Work with clinical affiliates to support students in their clinical rotations.
Participate in appropriate scholarly and service activities consistent with the department’s vision, mission, and philosophy.