Assistant Professor - Department of Medical Laboratory

The Department of Medical Laboratory Science invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with experience. The successful candidate will contribute to the teaching, scholarship, service, and program development missions of the Department of Diagnostic and Health Sciences through instruction in undergraduate and graduate Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) courses, student mentorship, research activities, and interprofessional education (IPE) initiatives.

Candidates should have experience providing instruction in one or more of the core MLS content areas. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in Clinical Chemistry and the ability to teach both foundational and advanced laboratory science courses. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarly productivity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and student success.

TEACHING AND INSTRUCTION:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate Medical Laboratory Science courses in both didactic and laboratory settings.
• Provide instruction in one of the core MLS content areas, including clinical chemistry, hematology, immunohematology, microbiology, molecular diagnostics, immunology, laboratory operations, and clinical correlations as needed.
• Engage with the team to develop, revise, and assess curricula to ensure alignment with current professional standards, accreditation requirements, and workforce needs.
• Incorporate innovative teaching strategies, simulation, educational technology, and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, professional development, certification preparation, and career planning.
• Participate in student recruitment, retention, and program assessment activities.

CLINICAL CHEMISTRY EXPERTISE (PREFERRED):

• Serve as a content expert in clinical chemistry and related laboratory disciplines.
• Develop and deliver undergraduate and graduate coursework in clinical chemistry and advanced diagnostics.

• Maintain knowledge of current laboratory technologies, instrumentation, quality assurance practices, and emerging trends in laboratory medicine.

SCHOLARSHIP AND RESEARCH:

• Develop and maintain an active program of scholarly activity consistent with departmental and institutional expectations for non-tenure track faculty members.
• Conduct, publish, and disseminate research in laboratory medicine, health professions education, clinical diagnostics, interprofessional practice, or related disciplines.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research and scholarly projects.
• Pursue external funding opportunities, grants, and collaborative research initiatives when appropriate.

INTERPROFESSIONAL EDUCATION (IPE) AND COLLABORATION:

• Collaborate with faculty across health professions programs to design, implement, and evaluate interprofessional education activities.
• Participate in interprofessional learning experiences that promote teamwork, communication, patient-centered care, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice.
• Support institutional initiatives that foster interdisciplinary collaboration among healthcare professions.

SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP:

• Participate in departmental, college, university, and professional services activities.
• Contribute to accreditation processes, assessment initiatives, strategic planning, and continuous program improvement.
• Maintain active involvement in professional organizations related to laboratory medicine and health professions education.
• Represent the program at professional meetings, community outreach events, and recruitment activities.

EDUCATION: Master’s Degree or Doctoral in Medical Laboratory Science or Clinical Laboratory Science.

EXPERIENCE: Demonstrated ability to teach Medical Laboratory Science coursework at the undergraduate level. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Commitment to student-centered learning.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION: Current certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or the American Medical Technologist (AMT).

DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES:

• Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DCLS, or related terminal degree).

• Recent clinical laboratory experience in a hospital, reference laboratory, academic medical center, or related healthcare setting.

• Expertise in Clinical Chemistry and ability to teach advanced clinical chemistry courses.

• Experience teaching graduate-level Medical Laboratory Science courses.

• Evidence of scholarly productivity, including peer-reviewed publications, presentations, or funded research.

• Experience with interprofessional education and collaborative healthcare training initiatives.

• Experience with NAACLS accreditation standards, assessment, and continuous quality improvement processes.

• Experience with online, hybrid, and technology-enhanced instruction.

• Records of academic leadership, program development, or curriculum innovation.

MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES PROGRAM

The Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Program prepares students for professional practice and leadership in medical laboratory science careers through a comprehensive curriculum that integrates laboratory diagnostics, emerging technologies, quality management, research, and evidence-based practice. The program equips graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform, evaluate, and interpret complex laboratory testing that supports patient care across the healthcare continuum.

Faculty are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and service while fostering an engaging learning environment that promotes critical thinking, scientific inquiry, professionalism, and lifelong learning. The program is housed within the Department of Diagnostic and Health Sciences in the College of Health Professions at the University of Tennessee Health Sciences (UTHS).

THE COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS

The College of Health Professions is home to nationally recognized programs in allied health and rehabilitation sciences that prepare healthcare professionals through excellence in education, research, clinical practice, and community engagement. The college fosters interdisciplinary collaboration among its academic departments while supporting innovation, scholarship, and service to improve health outcomes locally and globally.

THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCIENCES

The University of Tennessee Health Sciences is Tennessee's statewide academic health system and the flagship public academic health institution in the University of Tennessee System. Located in Memphis, UTHS includes six colleges—Health Professions, Dentistry, Graduate Health Sciences, Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy—and partners with leading clinical affiliates, including St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Methodist Healthcare, Regional One Health, Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, Baptist Memorial Health Care, Memphis VA Medical Center, and St. Francis Hospital.

The University of Tennessee Health Sciences is committed to excellence in education, research, clinical care, and community engagement. The university supports a robust research enterprise with approximately $85 million in annual sponsored funding from federal agencies, foundations, and industry partners. The University of Tennessee System serves more than 49,000 students, has over 360,000 living alumni, and an endowment exceeding $1 billion.

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