Part-Time Laboratory Instructor - Medical Laboratory Sciences

Title: Part-Time Laboratory Instructor - Medical Laboratory Sciences

Department: Health Sciences

Campus Location: Arnold/Main Campus

Salary Range: varies

Work Mode: This position requires some regular in-person presence on campus or at alternative locations, depending on business needs of the office.

Hours Per Week:varies by semster, 3-8 hrs/wk

Work Schedule:

Position Type:Part-Time Faculty, Exempt

Position Summary

Anne Arundel Community College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Part-Time Laboratory Instructor in Medical Laboratory Sciences to support the clinical education and training of medical laboratory students. This position plays a vital role in providing hands-on laboratory instruction, ensuring compliance with safety and quality protocols, and promoting excellence in technical skills within the college's teaching laboratories.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for education, mentoring, and accuracy in laboratory procedures. Responsibilities include supervising students during laboratory sessions, reinforcing proper techniques, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and standard operating procedures, and providing constructive feedback to enhance student learning. The Laboratory Instructor will collaborate with faculty and staff to maintain high technical standards, assess student competency, and contribute to a supportive learning environment.

Candidates must possess current professional credentials as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician (ASCP or equivalent) and have recent clinical or laboratory instruction experience. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to shape the next generation of laboratory professionals while working in a dynamic and educational setting.

This position pays $1,170 per FLH

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Supervise and mentor medical laboratory students in a laboratory setting, ensuring they develop the necessary skills for accurate and high-quality testing.

Provide hands-on training in laboratory procedures, including microbiology, hematology, chemistry, immunology, and urinalysis techniques.

Ensure students adhere to safety protocols, OSHA and HIPAA regulations, and ethical and legal standards in laboratory practice.

Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills in laboratory decision-making.

Oversee laboratory activities to ensure safety, effectiveness, and adherence to professional standards.

Maintain clean, organized laboratory spaces and ensure proper stocking of necessary reagents and supplies.

Monitor equipment function, arrange for maintenance, and report issues promptly.

Conduct student performance evaluations, competency assessments, and provide constructive feedback.

Maintain accurate records of student attendance, performance, and skill development.

Participate in curriculum development, instructional planning, and continuous improvement of the program.

Required Qualifications:

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field from an accredited program.

Current ASCP or equivalent certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT).

Minimum of 1 year of recent clinical laboratory experience.

Previous teaching or mentoring experience preferred.

Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Knowledge of laboratory information systems preferred.

Commitment to professional growth and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) is committed to enriching the educational experience it offers through the diversity of its faculty, administrators, and staff members. The college seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse team who will contribute to the college's excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, embrace concepts of equity and inclusiveness, and support the equal rights of all people by advancing the understanding and appreciation of differences including age, race, gender, ability, religious convictions, socio-economic status, ethnic heritage, or sexual orientation.

While we appreciate your interest in employment with Anne Arundel Community College, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for any position.

Pay dates occur on the 7th and 22nd of each month. If those dates fall on a weekend, the pay date occurs on the Friday prior to the 7th and 22nd

As a part-time faculty employee you are entitled to these benefits .