Clinical Coordinator & Teaching Faculty

The College of Health Sciences - Department of Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences - Medical Laboratory Science Program at the University of Missouri (MU) - Columbia invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure track, Assistant/Associate/Full Teaching Professor position with teaching and service responsibilities. Teaching responsibility includes appointment as the program's Clinical Coordinator.

About the Department/Program
The University of Missouri is launching its own standalone Medical Laboratory Science program, emphasizing teaching excellence and preparing graduates for success in the field. Previously accredited through an affiliation with the University of Nebraska Medical Center, the program is now seeking independent accreditation by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, enhancing its ability to serve students and meet workforce demands. In addition to the traditional year of professional programming in this 3+1 program, this department provides a master's degree advancement program for credentialed medical laboratory professionals. For more information about the MU Medical Laboratory Science program, please visit https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/clinical-laboratory-science/. The Medical Laboratory Science program is one of five undergraduate programs in the Clinical & Diagnostic Sciences Department, which values a collegial environment that supports the intellectual and professional growth of students and faculty. The Clinical & Diagnostic Sciences Department is one of eight departments within the College of Health Sciences.

Position Overview
Responsible for clinical coordination and teaching, as well as the development of curriculum, policies and procedures. Serves as the primary liaison between the program and affiliated clinical sites, ensuring seamless coordination of applied learning experiences, evaluating the effectiveness of clinical instruction and learning opportunities, assessing program outcomes and maintaining appropriate communications with the program director.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain and facilitate the training and documentation of students in the MLS program (e.g., prerequisites, program entry requirements, immunizations, drug testing, background checks)
• Coordinate student rotations with clinical affiliate liaisons and plan for and identify specific on-site student learning opportunities
• Coordinate the delivery of clinical instruction to students in each rotation according to the MLS program curriculum
• Facilitate effective clinical site learning experiences
• Provide engaging and effective didactic instruction for all assigned courses
• Engage in ongoing professional development
• Participate in the development of curriculum, policy and procedures and assessment of program outcomes
• Produce, assess and maintain student records to document their progress and accomplishments throughout each rotation
• Assist with student recruitment

Qualified candidates will have earned at least a bachelor's degree from an academic institution accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The candidate must hold American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP or ASCPI) BOC generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist and at least one year of experience in the field of laboratory education. Candidates will demonstrate adequate knowledge and proficiency in their content areas and the ability to teach effectively at the appropriate level.

Candidates may be evaluated on graduate degree or progress toward graduate degree and /or outcomes of clinical laboratory science teaching.

Salary will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the applicant. The anticipated salary range for this position is $78,000 - $104,000, dependent upon the rank of the position offered.

Please submit your application online through the University of Missouri website at: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (search for Job Opening 54965). Your application should include:

1. Curriculum vitae
2. Letter of Interest
3. Unofficial transcript
4. Three letters of reference

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

For questions about the position, please contact the Chair of the Search Committee and Assistant Teaching Professor, Alese Thompson, at alesethompson@health.missouri.edu.

At the Mizzou College of Health Sciences https://healthsciences.missouri.edu/about/, we work every day to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.

As the home of the most popular major on campus, we teach Mizzou students who care about health and are dedicated to serving others. In addition to learning in the classroom, our students spend more than 80,150 hours helping patients every year.

Our faculty are driven to solve real-world problems. They lead the way by conducting research that has power and purpose. From expanding the use of technology in health care to improving mental health and learning in schools, we are discovering ways to make life better for everyone.

Through clinics and community outreach programs, we provide vital services to members of our community and training for our students. We are proud to serve Missourians today while preparing the workforce of tomorrow.

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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