Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Program Director of the Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science

Department
SHP - CLMIS

Salary Details
A minimum of $95,000

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Posting Summary

Rutgers University's School of Health Professions (SHP) invites applications for an open-rank, full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track faculty position serving as Program Director of the Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science (MS-CLS) with the Department of Clinical Laboratory and Medical Imaging Sciences (CLMIS). Major responsibilities are to provide leadership and administration of the program in alignment with the strategic plan of the department and school, including program budget, resource allocation, curricular planning, and assessment. Faculty responsibilities include course development and instruction in remote graduate courses, graduate research advisement, active participation in research, grant writing, and other scholarly activities, and service to the university, school, and professional community.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide overall coordination of the MS-CLS program and participate in meetings at SHP, RBHS, Rutgers University, and collaborating departments.
• Communicate regularly with the CLMIS Chair and Division leadership regarding program operations.
• Administer SHP, CLMIS, and MS-CLS policies related to program and student matters.
• Maintain MS-CLS program records of active and inactive MS-CLS students, graduate certificate students, academic files, and program documentation and files.
• Provide program data, including enrollment, courses, and activities, for departmental reporting.
• Assign faculty advisors for student registration and graduate project mentors.
• Collaborate with faculty teaching "Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis" to assign CLS content advisors.
• Collaborate with the CLMIS Chair and DCLS Program Director to plan and coordinate faculty resources and budget needs annually.
• Collaborate on curriculum review and revision for MS-CLS and Graduate Certificate programs.
• Ensure submission and tracking of new or revised courses through required approval processes (e.g., CCCR).
• Update course descriptions and graduation requirements documentation as needed, including necessary learning management system management.
• Develop and maintain multi-year course scheduling plans and manage semester scheduling updates.
• Communicate schedule changes to students and update tracking systems.
• Orient new students to the program and assist with enrollment and onboarding.
• Participate in program assessment, accreditation activities, committees, and
  institutional service.
• Engage in teaching, research, scholarly activity, and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with Rutgers, Rutgers Health Corporate Compliance policies, Code of
  Conduct, and Conflict of Interest policies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Position Status
Full Time

Posting Number
26FA0551

Posting Open Date

Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree (PhD, ScD, EdD, DCLS, or MD with clinical pathology/laboratory
  medicine experience).
• Current U.S. professional certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS (ASCP)CM .

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in graduate education or program administration.
• Experience with online curriculum development and teaching.
• Evidence of scholarly activity, including research, publications, or grant work.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

Rutgers University is an internationally ranked public research university and a member of
the Association of American Universities (AAU) and the Big Ten Conference. Rutgers School
of Health Professions is part of Rutgers Health and is nationally recognized for excellence in
health professions education. The Department of Clinical Laboratory and Medical Imaging
Sciences offers the MS in Clinical Laboratory Science and the Doctor of Clinical Laboratory
Science (DCLS), among other programs.

Statement

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

For inquiries, please contact:

Dr. Steven Marionneaux

Chair, Search Committee

Assistant Professor - M.S. and Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Science Programs

Department of Clinical Laboratory and Medical Imaging Sciences

Email: [email protected]

Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/276309

Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus
Newark (RBHS)

City
Newark

State
NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.