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Instructor/Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

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Position Number F67510

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Position Type Teaching and Research Faculty

Rank Open

Working Title Instructor/Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

School/Unit College of Health Professions

Department Clinical Lab Sciences

Number of Months 12

Tenure Status Open

Grant funded position? No

Mission or Goal of Unit
As a preeminent national, urban, public research university and academic health center, Virginia
Commonwealth University is committed to organizational diversity, equity, and inclusion – an
environment where all can thrive in their pursuit of excellence.
The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences supports the philosophy and mission of the
University and the College of Health Professions. The mission of the undergraduate program is
to serve the health care needs of the community by providing highly competent and professional
medical laboratory scientists who will be able to function effectively upon entrance into the field
and be prepared to explore future scientific and technological advances in laboratory science.
The Department provides the student with superior studies in clinical laboratory science,
including both theoretical and applied clinical education and fosters fair and equitable
educational experiences for students of all ages and diverse backgrounds. Strong affiliations
with clinical educators and the integration of innovative technology in the academic setting
facilitate both the education and research goals of the Department.

Chief purpose of this
position in support of
above mission or goal
The Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences is seeking a colleague to contribute to the
teaching workload of the department, lead and collaborate in research and scholarship, and
participate in service to the Department, University, and the profession of Medical Laboratory
Sciences. Depending upon qualifications and department need at the time of hire, this position is
eligible for a 10-month or 12-month appointment. Incoming rank will be determined based on
credentials and experience.

Position Responsibilities 1. Teaching:

Teach in one or more of the areas of clinical chemistry, hematology/body fluid analysis,
immunology, immunohematology, and/or microbiology to include didactic and laboratory
sessions at undergraduate and graduate levels, appropriate to individual expertise. Teaching
responsibilities also include mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, directing graduate
students’ research in area of expertise, providing online courses, developing and maintaining
course materials and working relationships for clinical practicums at all clinical affiliates.

2. Research/Scholarship:
Participate in scholarly activities/research such as publications, grants, and the development of
innovative teaching materials. For faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level, the faculty
member will be required to have an established research agenda in a scientific discipline,
curriculum design, or community engaged scholarship, and a clear potential for external funding,
and potential for scholarship or creative expression to complement and expand existing
expertise in the department. For positions at the Associate/Professor level, the faculty member
will be required to have a well-developed scholarly/research portfolio with evidence of multi-

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Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Date Posted
Open Until Filled
Application Deadline Date
Proposed Hire Date
Type of Search
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disciplinary applications and external funding appropriate to complement and expand existing
expertise in the department.
3. Service:
Assist in student recruiting/interviewing. Assist in departmental activities to include: admissions,
curriculum evaluation and development, program accreditation activities and external promotion
of the department and the profession. Serve on departmental/school/university committees.
Collaborate with other VCU departments as appropriate. Participate in professional activities.
4. Participate in professional development designed to expand knowledge and skills and
maintain competency in clinical laboratory science.
5. Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Master’s degree in medical laboratory science or related discipline
• Current US national certification in medical laboratory science, or an established research
agenda in an area related to the MLS profession
• College or clinical teaching experience
• Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills
• Experience or high potential for effectively and inclusively educating and mentoring students
from under-represented minority and/or historically marginalized communities
• Junior faculty members will be required to have an established research agenda and a clear
potential for external funding, and potential for scholarship or creative expression to complement
and expand existing expertise in the Department
• Senior faculty members will be required to have a well-developed scholarly/research portfolio
with evidence of multi-disciplinary applications and external funding appropriate to complement
and expand existing expertise in the Department
• Demonstrated experience or high potential for working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff,
and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU
• Doctoral degree in a health-related science, discipline of medical laboratory sciences, or higher
education
• Current US national certification as a generalist Medical Laboratory Scientist
• Experience teaching, advising, and mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate MLS students
• Record of scholarly productivity and external funding
• Clinical experience
• Experience in instructional design and online instruction
03/31/2021
Yes
04/30/2021
07/01/2021
National
Candidates who apply by the priority deadline of April 30, 2021 will be considered first.
If interested, please submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, diversity statement, and (under the
“other documents” section) the names and contact information of three professional references
via VCU eJobs at www.vcujobs.com.
Questions may be directed to Dr. William Korzun, Search Committee Chair, at
wjkorzun@vcu.edu.
References will automatically be contacted when applicants are scheduled for an on-site
interview.
As a preeminent national, urban, public research university and academic health center, Virginia
Commonwealth University is committed to organizational diversity, equity and inclusion – an
environment where all can thrive in their pursuit of excellence.
Applicants are requested to submit a Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and
Inclusion (typically between 150-300 words) providing your career aspirations and contributions
toward promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through this statement, you can share how
your lived experiences; and past, present, and future academic and professional activities have
or will contribute to VCU’s mission of promoting equity and inclusion.
Note: Examples include working with others to further the goals of equity and inclusion; leading
in any capacity that tangibly promotes an environment where diversity is welcomed, fostered,
and celebrated; creative activity, research and scholarship that promotes equity and parity;
teaching and mentoring students, and/or engaging with faculty and/or staff from traditionally
underrepresented groups to create a positive and successful organizational experience.
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2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. Diversity Statement (Required for all Faculty)
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