Medical Laboratory Science Program Director and Assistant Professor Tenure Track

Winston-Salem State University•Winston Salem, NC

60d

About The Position

The Department of Medical Laboratory Science invites applications for a full-time, 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor to serve as Program Director. The successful candidate will provide leadership for the NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) program and contribute to the department's mission through teaching, research, and service.

Requirements

Earned doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or equivalent) in medical laboratory sciences or other related fields or study.
Current national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP or equivalent).
Experience as a NAACLS approved program director for a minimum of two years.
Experience in teaching immunohematology/transfusion medicine/immunology for a minimum of two years.
Demonstrated teaching ability and strong communication skills.
Commitment to excellence in leadership, teaching, research, and service.
Eligibility to meet NAACLS Program Director requirements.
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) national certification as a generalist (ASCP or equivalent).
Valid US Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of teaching experience in Immunohematology, Immunology and other MLS disciplines.
ACUE (Association of College and University Educators) Certification or equivalent instructional training.
Evidence of a developing research agenda with demonstrated potential for establishing an independent and sustainable research program.
Record of peer-reviewed publications or comparable scholarly outputs.
Formal professional development or training in leadership, program administration, or curriculum planning.

Responsibilities

Instruct approximately 12 semester credit hours per semester, primarily in Immunohematology and Immunology, with additional teaching assignments as needed.
Develop and maintain an active research agenda.
Engage in curriculum development, student advising, and participate in department, school, and university committee work.
Provide leadership and oversight for the MLS program, ensuring compliance with NAACLS accreditation standards.
Maintain communication with NAACLS, the institution, clinical affiliates, faculty, and students.
Facilitate curriculum review, program evaluation, and continuous improvement processes.
Oversee student recruitment, admission, progression, and advising.
Coordinate with clinical sites, maintain affiliation agreements, and ensure quality clinical education experiences.
Supervise and evaluate faculty and staff assigned to the program.
Ensure that program goals, outcomes, and resources support student success and accreditation requirements.
Teach and assess student learning in immunohematology, transfusion medicine, and blood banking, including lecture, laboratory, and clinical applications.
Develop and maintain course syllabi, learning objectives, instructional materials, and laboratory manuals in alignment with program goals and accreditation requirements.
Supervise and evaluate student performance in didactic and laboratory settings, ensuring competence in blood bank procedures.
Integrate current professional standards, regulatory guidelines, and advances in transfusion medicine into instruction.
Collaborate with clinical affiliates to ensure clinical education experiences align with curriculum and competency expectations.
Participate in program assessment, curriculum review, and continuous quality improvement activities.
Advise, mentor, and support students in academic, clinical, and professional development.
Engage in scholarly activities, service, and continuing professional education to maintain expertise and certification.
Maintain responsibility for curriculum design, implementation, and ongoing review to ensure program quality and relevance.
Lead programmatic assessment and evaluation processes, including outcomes measurement, annual reports, and self-study preparation for accreditation.
Manage program budget, resources, and scheduling to support instructional and clinical needs.
Serve as liaison to NAACLS, university administration, clinical affiliates, and professional organizations.