Instructor or Assistant Teaching Professor of Medical Laboratory Science
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Instructor or Assistant Teaching Professor of Medical Laboratory Science.
Position Details
Location
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division
School of Biological, Environmental, and Earth Sciences
Position Type
Faculty
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
No
Pay Grade
Generic Grade
Posting Close Date
Open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants Please include the following: cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, ASCP certification, any specialist certifications, continuing education, professional organization membership, and contact information for three (3) professional references. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Sabrina Bryant, Associate Teaching Professor of Medical Laboratory Science and Search Committee Chair, at 601-266-4942 or
Job Summary
The School of Biological, Environmental, and Earth Sciences at The University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for a full-time Instructor or Assistant Teaching Professor of Medical Laboratory Science to begin August 2025.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develop, modify, and deliver Medical Laboratory Science lecture courses.
2. Develop, modify, setup, and deliver laboratory lectures for Medical Laboratory Science courses.
3. Develop, modify, and deliver content for undergraduate and corresponding graduate-level Medical Laboratory Science courses in both face to face/campus and online formats.
4. Advise students in Medical Laboratory Science.
5. Participate in school, college, and university service activities such as but not limited to recruitment, committee membership, as well as tenure and promotion
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Instructor - Minimum qualifications for the position include a Master's degree in a natural science or closely related field from an accredited college or university. Additional qualifications include 18 hours of graduate-level courses in medical laboratory science and evidence of commitment to excellence in teaching. ASCP certification as a medical laboratory scientist is required with continuing education.
Assistant Teaching Professor - Minimum qualifications for the position include an earned PhD or EdD in a natural science, education, or closely related field from an accredited college or university. Additional qualifications include 18 hours of graduate-level courses in medical laboratory science and evidence of commitment to excellence in teaching. ASCP certification as a medical laboratory scientist is required with continuing education.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and an online Learning Management System like Canvas.
• Medical Laboratory Science generalist skills (special certification, education or interest in Chemistry, Hematology and/or Management, desirable).

Preferred Qualifications Preferred qualifications include, but are not limited to, an earned Ph.D. or EdD, 3-5 years of clinical/academic teaching experience, evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., summary of student evaluations, peer, or supervisor evaluations), and proof of instructional development (e.g., teaching-related workshops or conferences attended) and professional organization membership.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
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We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.