Instructor / Assistant Professor

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Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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The safety of our team members at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is our top priority. For this reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with our Student & Employee Health Services dept. UAMS will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.
 

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• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:
CHP Cytotechnology

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Summary of Job Duties:
Functions and Responsibilities
The Department of Laboratory Sciences in the College of Health Professions at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) seeks applicants for a full-time, 12-month faculty position, located in Little Rock, Arkansas. We are searching for a team-oriented faculty member to join the successful, dynamic and student-oriented laboratory sciences program. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience and qualifications. Tenure or non-tenure track is available, depending on academic qualifications. Position reports to the cytotechnology program director.
The cytotechnology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. The medical laboratory sciences (MLS) program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences. The cytotechnology program is a 12 month program consisting of on-campus didactics and clinicals at multiple locations. The MLS program offers a full- or part-time day program with one cohort of up to 30 students beginning each fall semester. The full-time track requires 17 months to complete. The part-time track allows students a maximum of five semesters to complete the program. The program also offers an MLT-to-MLS distance track that is designed for medical laboratory technicians (MLTs). Upon completion of the full-time, part-time, or MLT-to-MLS track, a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences is awarded.
Responsibilities:
1. 12-month, full-time faculty position that reports to the laboratory sciences chair or designee
2. Participate in the organization, administration, continuous review, planning, development and general effectiveness of clinical experiences for laboratory sciences students
3. Teach in the cytotechnology and/or medical laboratory science program
4. Focal point for student recruitment, advisement, mentoring, admissions and interviewing
5. Participate in research and other scholarly activities appropriate to faculty rank and track
6. Engage in service activities, consistent with university and college expectations for core faculty
7. Contribute to program and curriculum assessment, planning and implementation activities
8. Participate in accreditation-related review, self-study and site visit processes
9. Maintain current certification(s)
10. Assist other faculty by co-teaching or providing assistance as deemed necessary by the program director
11. 0.4 FTE assigned to MLS recruiting.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in cytotechnology or equivalent and certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) as a Cytotechnologist (CT)
• At least two year’s experience as a practicing Cytotechnologist.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, ability to identify and solve problems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist, or Medical Laboratory Technician from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent agency.  Categorical certification is acceptable
• Advanced degree in science, business, education, or health-related field from an accredited institution
• Excellent presentation skills that will enhance the Department’s recruiting efforts in both medical laboratory science and cytotechnology.
• Teaching experience (online, classroom, and/or clinical)
• Strong knowledge of Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) training programs
• Familiarity with online learning platforms
• Ability to also teach in MLS sub-disciplines

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Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected]  for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

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