Clinical Assistant Professor - School of Health Professions (Clinical Laboratory Sciences)

Department & Position Department: SHP Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) ----- Clinical Laboratory Sciences Position Title: Clinical Assistant Professor - School of Health Professions (Clinical Laboratory Sciences) Job Family Group: Academic Job Description The Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences at the University of Kansas Medical Center is seeking applicants for an open Assistant Professor position. The CLS department’s programs include NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Scientist and Diagnostic Molecular Scientist undergraduate programs, and a Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Science program. To support our goals, the Department invites applications for a full-time tenure or nontenure track (depending on qualifications) Assistant Professor who will contribute to our clinical laboratory science programs. The Department programs include a Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Science (DCLS) and a BS in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS). The DCLS program prepares graduates for advanced practice as members of innovative interprofessional healthcare teams, and is one of four such programs in the U.S. The BS in CLS program includes two concentration options: clinical & molecular biotechnology. The clinical concentration is a NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Scientist program. The molecular biotechnology concentration is a NAACLS-accredited Diagnostic Molecular Scientist program. The University of Kansas CLS program has a long history, having marked its 90th anniversary in 2023. More information about the department and its programs is available at Job Duties Teach upper division undergraduate and graduate courses in clinical laboratory science. Individuals with experience and expertise in phlebotomy, lab operations, and microbiology are particularly encouraged to apply. Coordinate and evaluate clinical/applied learning experience placements to ensure achievement of program goals and competencies. Participate in the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of program curriculum, policy, procedures, and outcomes as appropriate to maintain accreditation of degree programs. Participate in student advising and mentoring, and assessment of student achievement and progress. Serve on departmental, School of Health Professions, and University committees. Conduct and communicate scholarly activity relevant to the department and the profession and promote scholarly activity by clinical laboratory science students. Required Qualifications Education: Doctoral degree in a CLS appropriate discipline. This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community. Certifications/Licenses: MLS(ASCP) certification (other clinical laboratory certification credentials may substitute). Work Experience: Experience in a clinical laboratory. Preferred Qualifications Work Experience: Teaching experience in an academic-based NAACLS-accredited clinical laboratory science education program. Skills Interpersonal skills. Communication. If selected as a final candidate for this position, you may be required to complete the Association of American of Universities Representations and Warranties document and sign a release of records that will allow the University of Kansas Medical Center to conduct a further background check with former employers. A copy of the Representations and Warranties document can be found here. Comprehensive Benefits Package Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. Employee Type: Regular Time Type: Full time The Mission The mission of the University of Kansas Medical Center is to improve lives and communities in Kansas and beyond through innovation in education, research, and health care. Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Statement The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. Policy Links Disability Preference Under Kansas state law, certain KUMC positions are subject to disability preference. For positions subject to this requirement, KUMC will offer an interview to a person who has applied for an open position who is qualified, with or without reasonable accommodation, to meet the performance standards of the position and who has presented acceptable proof of disability. If the position you apply for is subject to the disability preference requirement, you will be asked to provide information in support of your request for disability preference when you complete the application for employment. E-Verify & Federal Pay Transparency #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Kansas Medical Center