Program Director of the Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science

Program Director of the Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science Rutgers University’s School of Health Professions (SHP) invites applications for an open-rank, full-time, 12-month, non‑tenure‑track faculty position serving as Program Director of the Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science (MS-CLS) with the Department of Clinical Laboratory and Medical Imaging Sciences (CLMIS). Major responsibilities are to provide leadership and administration of the program in alignment with the strategic plan of the department and school, including program budget, resource allocation, curricular planning, and assessment. Faculty responsibilities include course development and instruction in remote graduate courses, graduate research advisement, active participation in research, grant writing, and other scholarly activities, and service to the university, school, and professional community. Salary & Benefits Salary: Minimum of $95,000. The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including the candidate’s qualifications, experience, expertise, and availability of department or grant funds. Rutgers commits to a competitive and flexible compensation package. Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Primary Responsibilities Provide overall coordination of the MS-CLS program and participate in meetings at SHP, RBHS, Rutgers University, and collaborating departments. Communicate regularly with the CLMIS Chair and division leadership regarding program operations. Administer SHP, CLMIS, and MS-CLS policies related to program and student matters. Maintain MS-CLS program records of active and inactive students, graduate certificate students, academic files, and program documentation. Provide program data, including enrollment, courses, and activities, for departmental reporting. Assign faculty advisors for student registration and graduate project mentors. Collaborate with faculty teaching "Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis" to assign CLS content advisors. Collaborate with the CLMIS Chair and DCLS Program Director to plan and coordinate faculty resources and budget needs annually. Collaborate on curriculum review and revision for MS-CLS and Graduate Certificate programs. Ensure submission and tracking of new or revised courses through required approval processes (e.g., CCCR). Update course descriptions and graduation requirements documentation as needed, including necessary learning management system management. Develop and maintain multi‑year course scheduling plans and manage semester scheduling updates. Communicate schedule changes to students and update tracking systems. Orient new students to the program and assist with enrollment and onboarding. Participate in program assessment, accreditation activities, committees, and institutional service. Engage in teaching, research, scholarly activity, and professional development. Ensure compliance with Rutgers, Rutgers Health Corporate Compliance policies, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest policies. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Qualifications Doctoral degree (PhD, ScD, EdD, DCLS, or MD with clinical pathology/laboratory medicine experience). Current U.S. professional certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS, ASCP) or equivalent. Preferred Qualifications Experience in graduate education or program administration. Experience with online curriculum development and teaching. Evidence of scholarly activity, including research, publications, or grant work. Contact Information Chair, Search Committee: Dr. Steven Marionneaux Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectionate or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: #J-18808-Ljbffr Rutgers University