Instructor, Assistant Professor, or Associate Professor

Updated: 12 months ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

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Type of Position:

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:


No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences


The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
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.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only ):

  • 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 | Medical Technology


Department's Website:

https://healthprofessions.uams.edu/programs/medicallaboratorysciences/

Summary of Job Duties:

Title: Faculty
Rank: Professorial appointment (instructor, assistant or associate professor), tenure or non-tenure track
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 medical 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 medical laboratory sciences program director.
The program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences. The 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.
UAMS is Arkansas’ only academic health center with seven institutes including the Reynolds Institute on Aging, Stephens Spine Institute, Jones Eye Institute, Myeloma Institute for Research & Therapy, Psychiatric Research Institute, Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, and Translational Research Institute. The university has five colleges including Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health and Health Professions (CHP) as well as a Graduate School of biomedical sciences. The College of Health Professions which houses the Medical Laboratory Sciences Program also has 15 other programs with the potential for innovative interprofessional opportunities.
1. Participate in the organization, administration, continuous review, planning, development and general effectiveness of clinical experiences for medical laboratory sciences students
2. Design and teach academic courses in area(s) of content expertise. This position is also scheduled to serve as the primary clinical coordinator and make frequent visits to students during their clinical rotations..
3. Participate in research and other scholarly activities appropriate to faculty rank and track
4. Engage in service activities, consistent with university and college expectations for core faculty
5. Contribute to program and curriculum assessment, planning and implementation activities
6. Participate in student recruitment, advisement, mentoring, admissions and interviewing
7. Participate in NAACLS accreditation-related review, self-study and site visit processes
8. Maintain current MLS certification
9. Assist other faculty by co-teaching or providing assistance as deemed necessary by the program director.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree in science, education, health-related field, management or equivalent from an accredited institution.  A Bachelor’s degree is acceptable for appointment as instructor Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) A minimum of 1 year experience performing high-complexity testing Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, ability to identify and solve problems Ability to travel to clinical sites and meet with clinical coordinators and MLS students

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral degree in science, education, or health-related field from an accredited institution Teaching experience (online, classroom, and/or clinical) Experience as a clinical coordinator Generalist experience in multiple areas of the laboratory


Additional Information:

Application process:

Evaluation of applications will be begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)


Optional Documents:



Special Instructions to Applicants:


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. 



Constant Physical Activity:


Frequent Physical Activity:


Occasional Physical Activity:


Benefits Eligible:

Yes

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