Instructor, Medical Laboratory Sciences (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings)

Position Details

Position Information

Working Position Title Instructor, Medical Laboratory Sciences (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings) Classification Title Instructor Position Number Posting Date 10/22/2026 Closing Date Priority Review Date 01/01/2027 Business Unit Description Faculty Full-Time/Part Time Part-Time FTE 0.25-0.50 Position Status Temporary FLSA Exempt Job Code 2070 Union Representation Non-Union Union Code UPI - Univ Prof of Illinois, #4100 Unit/Department School of Prevent & App Health College/Unit College-Hlth & Human Sci Dean Division Academic Division Location WZ 227 Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page School of Preventative and Applied Health

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview

The School of Preventive and Applied Health Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) degree program invites applications for instructor positions to create a pool for advance and short-notice hiring based on program demand. MLS instructors provide instruction in classroom, student lab, and online formats and develop lesson plans that meet provided student learning outcomes.

Position Summary

The MLS program prepares students for one of health care's most fascinating roles: scientifically evaluating and analyzing medical samples. Our vision is to become a leader in preparing students for the science-based profession that is critical to health maintenance as well as disease diagnosis, treatment and monitoring in our local community (DeKalb, IL) and throughout the State of Illinois.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach face to face courses on campus and online
• Develop lesson plans that meet provided student learning outcomes
• Establish and maintain a civil, productive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment
• Support and enforce academic and administrative policies

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, MLS certification, and five (5) years of relevant professional experience
• Possess an academic degree in the topic or related area and have a favorable background check. Their degree should be at least one level above the course they teach or when equivalent experience is demonstrated.
• In lieu of the required academic degree, CHHS may consider related work experience, certification, licensure, demonstrated competencies, honors, awards and achievements that contribute to effective teaching and a program's student learning outcomes.

Additional Requirements

• Holds a national or state-issued license or certification in the field, and 3+ years of relevant work in the field
• Instructor who teaches skill/activity-based classes has board certification or specialized training in the topic area

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in an appropriate field
• 3+ years experience teaching course content
• Demonstrates discipline-based expertise through scholarly activities, including but not limited to: publications, presentations, professional engagement, consulting, honors, awards, continuing education.

Physical Demands Summary

For physical demands and requirements please see human resources policies and protocols.

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date 01/01/2027 Anticipated Appointment End Date Percent of Staff Year 0.75 Standard Hours Per Week Hours will vary Salary $5,250.06-$5,550.03 ($1,750.00-$1,850.00 per credit) Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range $583.34-$616.67 ppp (based on 3 credit course) Earn Type Salary

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Prospective applicants should visit Instructor Pool for Medical Laboratory Sciences to apply online and upload the following required materials:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• List of three professional references
• Unofficial transcripts (official upon hire)

Special Instructions Quick Link to Applicant https://employment.niu.edu/postings/98072 Is Background Check Required EEO Statement Summary

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The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Director of Civil Rights Office, Title IX Coordinator

Health Services 2nd floor

CivilRights@niu.edu

815-753-0455

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• List of at least 3 Professional References
• Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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