Purdue University’s School of Health Sciences is hiring a Clinical Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor to lead its Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) program. This 12-month, non-tenure-track clinical faculty position focuses on teaching excellence and program leadership, serving undergraduate students in MLS and Biomedical Health Sciences.
What You'll Do
- Teach undergraduate courses and develop new curriculum for Medical Laboratory Sciences and Biomedical Health Sciences programs.
- Demonstrate teaching excellence through innovative pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum development.
- Advance the scholarship of learning within the discipline.
- Serve on faculty committees within the School.
- Provide leadership as Director of the Medical Laboratory Sciences program, including strategic planning and exploring accreditation.
- Oversee daily program operations, coordinate clinical placements, and maintain partnerships with clinical laboratories.
- Support student recruitment and retention, advise students, and assist with undergraduate course scheduling.
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders to align curriculum with professional standards.
- Contribute to scholarly innovation in curriculum and instruction.
What We're Looking For
- A Master’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or a related biomedical health sciences field by the time of employment.
Nice to Have
- A Doctoral or Ph.D. degree in a related field.
- National or equivalent international clinical certification in medical or clinical laboratory sciences.
- A minimum of three years of clinical experience.
- Prior academic leadership experience.
- Familiarity with accreditation standards.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching and program development.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- A commitment to student success and professional preparation.
Team & Environment
This role is part of the School of Health Sciences within the College of Health and Human Sciences at Purdue University.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in West Lafayette, IN.
Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university.
