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Arkansas State University Beebe
Professor Position

Director of Medical Laboratory Technology/Instructor or Assistant Professor of MLT

Arkansas State University Beebe · United States
Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
None
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Posted Sep 08, 2026
Offered salary$58,000-$62,000

About the role

Director of Medical Laboratory Technology/Instructor or Assistant Professor

of MLT

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NOTE: If you are a veteran, disabled veteran, or spouse of a deceased veteran and would like Veteran's Preference, we will need to see proof of status in order to grant that. Please see Veteran's Preference section of the application for specific proof.

Applicants for this position with ASU-Beebe must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with ASU-Beebe such as H1-B, F-1 (CPT/OPT), TN or any other status.

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  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) https: // www. dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf(English) https: // www. dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlasp.pdf (Spanish)

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    • Posting Details

    Position Information

    Position Type Faculty

    Job Title Director of Medical Laboratory Technology/Instructor or Assistant Professor of MLT Classification Title Twelve Month Faculty Campus Location ASU Beebe Job Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION Arkansas State University-Beebe, a comprehensive two-year community & technical college and part of the Arkansas State University System, is seeking a Director of the Medical Laboratory Technician Program.

    The College is focused on teaching and learning, and emphasizes student success at all levels and is interested in candidates who value those same attributes. Candidates must appreciate and understand the mission and purpose of an open-access, community and technical college.

    As a collaborative, energetic leader, the successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills; a strong commitment to student success; comfortable with change, innovation, and technology; and the use of data for decision-making.

    The Director will report directly to the Dean of Math and Science and have a voice in the MLT program decisions. The MLT Director is responsible for coordinating the delivery of instruction, for ensuring the quality of instruction, budget management, and for the overall leadership, organization, administration, supervision, and effectiveness of the program. The director is responsible for operating the MLT program in accordance with NAACLS Standards and maintaining program accreditation. The Director will oversee continuous quality improvement activities, supervise program faculty and staff, maintain regular communication with students, faculty, clinical affiliates, administration, and program personnel, and ensure the quality and effectiveness of both didactic and clinical education experiences. The Director is a faculty member who will teach the equivalent of 15 credit hours per semester.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Oversee all aspects of the MLT program; maintain compliance with all NAACLS accreditation standards; coordinate accreditation activities, reports, and self-studies; and ensure the overall effectiveness of the program.
  • Participate in the preparation, development, and management of the program budget, including identifying resources to meet program needs.
  • Oversee the MLT course schedule in collaboration with the Director of Allied Health to promote student engagement, persistence, and retention.
  • Periodically evaluate the course schedule, curriculum, student learning outcomes, program outcomes, and all aspects of the MLT program through a continuous quality improvement process. Use assessment data, graduate outcomes, employer feedback, advisory committee recommendations, certification examination performance, retention, placement, and graduation rates to improve program effectiveness and student success.
  • Direct, supervise, mentor, and evaluate program faculty, adjunct faculty, laboratory personnel, and other program staff as applicable to ensure effective delivery of instruction and program operations.
  • Maintain and seek new partnerships, programs, and grant funding for training opportunities. Develop contracts, memorandums of understanding (MOUs), and agreements between partners.
  • Aid in the development of short and long term MLT development plans, as well as gathering of information and preparation of studies, reports, and recommendations to achieve goals.
  • Maintain professional competence through continuing education, participation in professional organizations, conferences, workshops, and by maintaining required credentials and certification.
  • Deliver effective instruction by assuming primary responsibility for curriculum planning, development, implementation, evaluation, assessment, and revision in accordance with NAACLS Standards and College policies. Teach assigned courses using effective instructional methodologies; provide academic advising; develop and assess student learning outcomes; and participate in professional development and institutional service.
  • Coordinate, evaluate, and maintain all clinical education experiences; establish and maintain effective relationships with clinical affiliates; evaluate clinical sites and instructors; and ensure students receive appropriate supervision and educational experiences during clinical rotations.
  • Promote a positive, collaborative work environment by demonstrating professionalism, sound judgment, effective interpersonal skills, teamwork, and exceptional customer service.
  • Complete all required training and professional development sessions at ASUB and to keep ASCP-BOC or ASCPi-BOC generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist.
  • Participate in student recruitment, advising, community outreach, program promotion, marketing initiatives, and institutional service. Collaborate with the Dean and other College personnel to establish and achieve recruitment and retention goals.
  • Handle sensitive and extensive confidential information.
  • Serve as liaison to the MLT Advisory Committee; organize and conduct a minimum of two advisory committee meetings each academic year; document recommendations; and incorporate appropriate recommendations into continuous program improvement.
  • Maintain effective communication and collaborative relationships with clinical affiliates, students, faculty, administration, advisory committee members, and other program personnel to support quality clinical education and NAACLS compliance. Periodic clinical site visits are encouraged.
  • Monitor student progression, retention, graduation, certification examination performance, graduate placement, and employer satisfaction, and use these outcomes to support continuous quality improvement and accreditation compliance.
  • Working locations can include any of the campuses and working hours may include evenings or weekends depending on deadline requirements and special events.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    • Required Qualifications Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a closely related field.
  • Current ASCP-BOC or ASCPi-BOC generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS).
  • Minimum of two (2) years of teaching or other relevant educational experience in medical laboratory science including clinical instruction and supervision.
  • Meet all current NAACLS qualifications for serving as Program Director of a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Program.
  • Thirty-six (36) hours of documented continuing professional development within the previous three (3) years, preferred.

    • Preferred Qualifications Minimum Salary or Salary Range $58,000-$62,000

    Physical Activities

    Stand regularly

    Walk regularly Sit frequently Use hands to finger, handle, or feel continuously Reach with hands and arms regularly Climb or balance frequently Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl occasionally Talk or Hear continuously Taste or smell regularly

    Physical Exertion

    Up to 10 pounds

    Up to 25 pounds Up to 50 pounds Up to 100 pounds regularly More than 100 pounds

    Vision Requirements

    Does this position have any special vision requirements? Check all that apply. Close vision, Distance vision, Color vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, Ability to adjust focus

    Posting Detail Information

    Background Check Statement This position will be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry background check. In cases where pre-determined, an additional financial/credit history/ background check may be required as well. Convictions that have been sealed or legally eradicated and misdemeanor convictions for which probation was completed and the case was dismissed, will be excluded. Disclosure does not constitute an automatic bar to employment. Factors such as dates of the offense, seriousness and nature of the violation, rehabilitation and position applied for will be taken into account.

    Background Check Requirements Criminal Background ASU Beebe EEO Statement Arkansas State University-Beebe shall provide equal opportunity for employment to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, and shall strive to achieve full and equal employment opportunity throughout our campuses for faculty and staff. Our goal is to foster a workplace community where individuals are valued for their diverse backgrounds and differences. Posting Number F2862014 Open Date 08/06/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants NOTE: If you are a veteran, disabled veteran, or spouse of a deceased veteran and would like Veteran's Preference, we will need to see proof of status in order to grant that. Please see Veteran's Preference section of the application for specific proof.

    Applicants for this position with ASU-Beebe must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with ASU-Beebe such as H1-B, F-1 (CPT/OPT), TN or any other status.

    U.S. Department of Labor

  • Know Your Rights https: // www. dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights- ScreenRdr.pdf

  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) https: // www. dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf(English) https: // www. dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ WHD/legacy/files/fmlasp.pdf (Spanish)

  • Employee Polygraph Protection Act https: // www. dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf

    • Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

  • What is the highest level of education attained?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • PHD
  • Do you have a current ASCP-BOC or ASCPi-BOC generalist certification?
  • Yes
  • No
  • How many years of related instruction experience do you have?
  • Less than a year
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 + years
    • Documents Needed To Apply

    Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Unofficial Transcripts

    • Optional Documents

  • Other
  • Proof of Veteran's Preference

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