Assistant Professor - Medical Laboratory Technology - Middlesex Community College

Job Description:

Title: Assistant Professor - Medical Laboratory Technology

Unit: MCCC Day Faculty

Department: Medical Laboratory Technology

Reports to: Dean of Health

Date: June 4, 2024

General Summary: The Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) Program Faculty is a creative, knowledgeable, and flexible individual who provides classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction in a MLT program that serves a diverse student body and community. Subject areas include: Urinalysis and Body fluids, Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Medical Microbiology, Immunology and Serology, Clinical Chemistry, and Immunohematology. The faculty member will instruct courses in both the day and 11-month accelerated programs and work with the program Coordinator to eventually assume this role in the near future; work with other faculty in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the program; participates in college service and student advisement. The faculty is committed to inclusive excellence and diversity, and continuous professional improvement. These duties are performed in the fall and spring semesters.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom instruction for sessions, which last up to four hours. This requires preparation of materials, conducting lecture/discussion, for a group of up to 20 students, using a variety of instructional materials and technologies. Didactic instruction also includes exam preparation, proctoring, correcting, grading and posting of exam grades.

• Provide laboratory instruction, which includes didactic presentations, demonstrations, skill remediation and evaluation of skill competence in a timely manner and according to department policy. Lab instruction may also include preparation of equipment and materials for labs as well as securing/putting away equipment after the conclusion of the lab.

• Post and conduct office hours in his/her office space as required by Article XII of the MCCC Agreement.

• Participate fully in department meetings including NAACLS accreditation self-study, team taught course collaboration, assessment work, and calibration activities.

• Participate in college governance and college service as required by Article XII of the MCCC Agreement.

• Provide academic advising for students on an ongoing basis.

• Develop instructional materials that comply with established course content, support program student learning outcomes, and clearly define: course goals, measurable student learning outcomes, learning activities, and assessments.

• Utilize assessment data to improve teaching performance.

• Demonstrate professional knowledge, skills, attitudes, and standards of conduct at the college, classroom and laboratory setting.

• Implement all department and division policies as well as applicable college policies and demonstrates ethical and professional behavior.

• Collaborate effectively with all faculty in planning, implementation and evaluation of student experiences.

• In collaboration with the program coordinator and program faculty, plan, implement and evaluate the program of learning in compliance with college processes as well as appropriate regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.

• Participate in professional development activities and continuing education to remain current in one's area of expertise in accordance with licensure and NAACLS accreditation standards.

• Assist with daily operation of the program by collaborating with the program coordinator and providing recommendations including but not limited to scheduling; equipment purchasing and maintenance; budget monitoring; inventory of supplies and equipment, hazardous waste disposal, writing and maintaining lab policies and procedures, orienting and mentoring adjunct faculty and participating in biannual advisory board meetings.

• Provide leadership and mentorship for students within the department.

• Establish, maintain, and monitor departmental policies and procedures that support effective, responsive, high-quality education.

• Participate in college recruitment activities, i.e. open houses, K-12 partnerships, visit high schools, and industry as appropriate to identify pathways to enrollment in MCC Health programs.

• Assist Program Coordinator with organizing and developing student clinical practicums and assist with coordination of these placements with external agencies.

• Assist the Program Coordinator with utilizing high impact practices such as learning communities, capstone courses, service learning and collaborative projects as part of pedagogical practices.

• Other duties within the program as needed or assigned by the Dean of Health

Requirements:

• Masters degree in a Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Education or other related field.

• Minimum of two years laboratory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in field of medical laboratory science.

• ASCP BOC generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist.

• Teaching experience in a higher-education, industry or clinical setting.

• Experience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation levels and varying physical and learning abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Ability to think critically and creatively

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in a Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Education or other related field.

• Interest in leadership and growth

• Knowledge of Community College academic programs, services and culture preferred.

• Demonstrated experience with accreditation agencies for health profession programs is strongly preferred.

• Experience in teaching the following subject areas: Urinalysis and Body fluids, Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Medical Microbiology, Immunology and Serology, Clinical Chemistry, and Immunohematology.

• Demonstrated ability to provide a variety of alternative instructional methodologies and assessment strategies.

• An understanding and commitment to the role of the community college in higher education.

Additional Information:

Please note, the faculty rank of Assistant Professor may be subject to change in accordance with Article XVII of the MCCC Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Salary Range: $52,970 is the starting salary for Column B under the MCCC 2022 Salary Grids for an Assistant Professor with a Master's Degree; actual salary commensurate with academic background and experience. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:

• High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)

• Competitive Dental and Vision Plans

• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs

• Low-cost basic and optional life insurance

• Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).

• 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time

• Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities

• Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options

• Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities

• Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers

• Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program

• Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses

• Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Location: Lowell campus with occasional travel to Bedford as needed

Hours: 37.5 per week, schedule to be determined upon hire

Expected Start Date: August 28, 2024

Application Deadline: July 19, 2024

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply online by submitting:

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Pre-Employment Requirements:

The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.

Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.mass.edu.

Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3549 or careers@middlesex.mass.edu.