Lab Assistant Program Chair

Remington College•Lafayette, LA

5d•$47,000 - $55,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and professional Lab Assistant Program Chair with experience in clinical laboratory science, lab safety and equipment, and specialized lab testing. The ideal candidate believes in sharing knowledge, motivating others, preparing graduates for entry-level positions, and prioritizing students. This role is based at our Lafayette Campus and involves assisting the Director of Campus Administration/Campus Dean in managing the Campus’ Lab Assistant program. The position requires adherence to company policies, state and federal regulations, and accreditation standards. Responsibilities include curriculum development, faculty recruitment and training, employee supervision, student orientation and graduation support, and monitoring student attendance and attrition. The Program Chair will also research technological changes, implement academic program objectives, teach courses as required, and travel as needed. Maintaining professional relationships and conducting oneself in a manner that fosters a positive impression of the Campus and Company are also key aspects of the role. The job is performed on-site, with remote work being appropriate when on-site work is not required, subject to HR policy.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Four (4) years of related practical work experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience in clinical laboratory science, lab safety and equipment, and specialized lab testing
Teaching experience
At least one (1) year of in-class teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Adheres to all Company policies and procedures and always operates within state and federal statutes and regulations and within standards of accreditation.
Helps to develop the curriculum for his or her department.
Assists in the recruitment, orientation, and training of faculty.
Provides suggestions and recommendations as to the hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, discipline, or any other change of status for an employee under his or her direct supervision to the Campus Dean; suggestions and recommendations are given particular weight.
Exercises discretion and independent judgment with respect to specific subject matter areas under his or her administrative guidance.
Assists in organizing student orientations and graduation ceremonies and participates in such activities.
Assists in organizing Program Advisory Committee (PAC) meetings in his or her department and attends such meetings.
Monitors students’ attendance and attrition.
Controls attrition for his or her department.
Researches and implements technological changes in his or her field.
Supervises, coordinates, and customarily and regularly directs the work of all employees in his or her academic program.
Provides assistance and support to the DCA/Campus Dean in the implementation of academic program objectives and for positive outcomes.
Teaches courses as required.
Travels as required.
Performs other duties or special projects as assigned.
Maintains professional and effective working relationships with all other Campus personnel.
Conducts his or her professional and personal life in a fashion that fosters a positive impression of the Campus and the Company.
Performs the job on site when required. Remote work is appropriate when onsite work is not required. Subject to change if superseded by Human Resource policy regarding remote work.