The Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences at the University of Kansas Medical Center (www.cls.kumc.edu) is seeking applicants for two full-time (tenure or nontenure track, depending on qualifications) Assistant Professors who will contribute to our clinical laboratory science programs. The CLS department's programs include NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Scientist and Diagnostic Molecular Scientist undergraduate programs, and a Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Science program.  The position descriptions, and link to apply, can be found at https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/kumc-jobs, positions JR007801 and JR007802. 

The primary responsibilities of the positions include:

• Teach upper division undergraduate and graduate courses in clinical laboratory science.
• Coordinate and evaluate clinical/applied learning experience placements to ensure achievement of program goals and competencies.
• Participate in the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of program curriculum, policy, procedures, and outcomes as appropriate to maintain accreditation of degree programs.
• Participate in student advising and mentoring, and assessment of student achievement and progress.
• Serve on departmental, School of Health Professions, and University committees.
• Conduct and communicate scholarly activity relevant to the department and the profession and promote scholarly activity by clinical laboratory science students.

For position JR007801, we seek an individual with experience and expertise in hematology.

For position JR007802, we seek an individual with experience and expertise in immunology and microbiology.

Qualifications: We invite applications from individuals with a doctoral degree in a CLS appropriate discipline and current MLS(ASCP) certification, although other clinical laboratory credentials may be considered.  Applicants must have relevant work experience in a clinical laboratory, should be able to work effectively with others, and demonstrate the ability to communicate ideas clearly. It is preferred that applicants have teaching experience in an academic-based NAACLS-accredited clinical laboratory science education program.

To Apply: Visit position JR007801 or JR007802 at https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/kumc-jobs to apply and to view the position descriptions. In the online application, please submit a cover letter describing interest in the position, qualifications, and a brief statement of teaching interests & philosophy. Please attach a curriculum vitae that includes contact information for at least three professional references. Questions can be addressed by Dr. Eric Elsinghorst at (913) 588-1089 or eelsinghorst@kumc.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. KUMC is an AA/EO institution and welcomes applications from all qualified persons regardless of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, ancestry or age, national origin marital status.

The Department: The Department’s degree programs include a Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Science (DCLS) and a BS in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS). The BS in CLS program includes two concentration options: clinical & molecular biotechnology. The clinical concentration is a NAACLS-accredited Medical Laboratory Scientist program. The molecular biotechnology concentration is a NAACLS-accredited Diagnostic Molecular Scientist program. The University of Kansas CLS program has a long history, having marked its 90th anniversary in 2023. More information about the department and its programs is available at www.cls.kumc.edu.

The University of Kansas Medical Center: The University of Kansas (KU) is a major comprehensive research and teaching university. The KU Medical Center includes the Schools of Health Professions, Medicine, and Nursing, which together enroll about 2500 students. The KU Medical Center campus is located in a residential setting centrally situated in the greater metropolitan Kansas City area which encompasses seven counties over rolling terrain in Kansas and Missouri. Additional information about the KU Medical Center is at www.kumc.edu.

We invite applications from individuals with a doctoral degree in a CLS appropriate discipline and current MLS(ASCP) certification, although other clinical laboratory credentials may be considered.  Applicants must have relevant work experience in a clinical laboratory, should be able to work effectively with others, and demonstrate the ability to communicate ideas clearly. It is preferred that applicants have teaching experience in an academic-based NAACLS-accredited clinical laboratory science education program.