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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
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Bachelor’s degree in science, education, health-related field, management, or equivalent from an accredited institution. (Candidates possessing a bachelor’s degree will be expected to attain a master’s degree in education or a health-related discipline.)
Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
A minimum of 3 years’ experience performing high-complexity testing as a generalist with experience in all areas of the lab.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, ability to identify and solve problems.
Ability to travel frequently to clinical sites and recruitment events to meet with potential students and current MLS students.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in science, education, or a health-related field from an accredited institution.
Teaching experience (online, classroom, and/or clinical).
Experience in managing teams or programs.
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Responsibilities:
Participate in the organization, administration, planning, development, and continuous review of clinical experiences for medical laboratory sciences students
Design and teach academic courses within area(s) of expertise, serving as backup didactic faculty for multiple on-campus program areas
Provide faculty support for the online program in collaboration with the Program and Assistant Program Directors
Serve as a recruiting liaison for the College of Health Professions, focusing on on-campus recruitment and assisting with online recruitment as needed
Engage in research and scholarly activities appropriate to faculty rank and track
Contribute to university, college, and departmental service consistent with faculty expectations
Participate in program and curriculum assessment, planning, and implementation activities
Support NAACLS accreditation processes, including self-study, review, and site visits
Maintain current MLS certification and professional development
Collaborate with colleagues by co-teaching or providing instructional support as assigned by the Program Director.
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Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.