Medical Laboratory Science Faculty Member

Posting Details

Posting Details

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Institution
University of South Dakota

Working Title
Medical Laboratory Science Faculty Member

Posting Number
F01486P

Department
USD-Medical Laboratory Sciences

Physical Location of Position (City)
Vermillion

Posting Text

The Medical Laboratory Science Department at the University of South Dakota School of Health Sciences is seeking a 9-month MLS Faculty member to join our team. This position offers the flexibility of being either full-time or part-time. Below is a list of responsibilities for this position:

Teaching responsibilities may include any of the following:

• Clinical Chemistry
• Body Fluid and Urinalysis
• Phlebotomy
• Immunohematology
• Molecular diagnostics
• Parasitology
• Hematology
• Quality Assurance/Lab math
• Introduction to MLS
• Infectious diseases and public health

Lab management responsibilities may include a minimum of any of the following:

• Maintenance of hematology, chemistry, and molecular analyzers
• Maintenance of other lab equipment such as microscopes, scales, pipets, and pH meters
• Collaborate on and/or lead the development of lab procedures and activities
• Monitor and maintain supply inventory
• Ensure readiness of all equipment prior to lab sessions (including setup and tear down)
• Lead laboratory sessions including preparing pre-lab discussions

Service:

• Participate in service for the MLS Department, including but not limited to advising, recruiting, alumni engagement, curriculum development, programmatic assessment, involvement in student organizations, and clinical affiliate site development
• Participate in service to the School, University, community, as well as to the MLS profession
• Participate in and advocate for student involvement and professional development with professional organizations and awareness of current events in MLS and health care

Required Qualifications:

• Current and ongoing professional certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or its equivalent as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
• Experience in an accredited, CLIA certified medical diagnostic laboratory
• A bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• A master's degree or higher
• Previous higher education or clinical teaching experience in the Medical Laboratory field

Posting Date
06/25/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
07/25/2024

Advertised Salary
Commensurate with education and experience

Duration of the Term
9 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent
40-100%

Tenure Status
Term

Proposed Rank

Work Hours

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type
Regular

Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Established in the 1940s as Medical Technology, the Medical Laboratory Science Department is one of nine departments housed in the School of Health Sciences. The department is a unique, innovative program that has graduated quality students for over 75 years, valuing a collaborative approach that aligns with the School of Health Sciences and Sanford School of Medicine's vision for interprofessional education. The University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the department offers a BS degree in Medical Laboratory Science, partnering with the most respected NAACLS-accredited MLS programs in the region. Additionally, USD MLS is the only program in South Dakota to offer a minor in Medical Laboratory Practice.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

Contact Information

For questions, please contact

Kari Potter, M.S. MLS (ASCP)

Chair and Instructor
Medical Laboratory Science
Kari.Potter@usd.eduWorking Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.
Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.
Other, Protective Clothing

If other protection is used please identify

standard medical lab PPE

Physical Requirements

Please designate the physical requirements of this position
Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Lifting moderate, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)

Describe any of the conditions selected

Sensory Requirements

Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.
Color Vision, Depth Perception, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.
Biohazard, Changes of Temperature, Chemical Hazards, Exposure or Potential Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids, Exposure to Dust, Exposure to Noise, Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposure, Walking/Standing on wood, metal or concrete

Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above

Working Environment

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.
Classroom Environment, Lab Environment, Office Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents

Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Cover Letter