Medical Laboratory Science Program Instructor, Pathology

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Job Summary

MGB MLS Laboratory Instructor
Full time, 4x10 shifts

https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/en/education-and-training/learning-opportunities/medical-laboratory-science-training-program

The MGB MLS Laboratory Instructor will be responsible for laboratory instruction and development, direct instruction in selected coursework, laboratory safety oversight, and student engagement. This position is structured as a 70/15/10/5 role, with 70% of the effort dedicated to major course laboratory instruction, 15% to primary instruction of minor courses, 10% to student support and engagement, and 5% to serving as the MLS laboratory safety officer. Course assignments may be adjusted based on the instructor’s experience and strengths to ensure effective instructional coverage.

70% Laboratory Instruction (Major Courses): The MLS Laboratory Instructor will work collaboratively with curriculum leads to provide direct laboratory instructional support for the program’s major courses: Clinical Hematology and Clinical Microbiology. Responsibilities include preparing, facilitating, and troubleshooting laboratory exercises; maintaining SOPs; managing supply inventory and ordering; and evaluating student performance. The instructor will also provide backup lab instruction for other courses, including as needed.

15% Primary Instructor for Minor Coursework: The instructor will independently deliver both the lecture and lab components of the program’s minor courses: Clinical Hemostasis, Urinalysis & Body Fluids, and contribute to shared instruction in Clinical Immunology. They are responsible for course planning, instruction, assessment, and grade submission for these areas.

10% Student Support & Engagement: The Laboratory Instructor will support student learning and engagement through one-on-one and small-group review sessions, onboarding, and informal advising. They will contribute to high school-level outreach workshops, open houses, information sessions, and career fairs, and serve as a member of the MLS Admissions Committee.

5% Laboratory Safety Officer: The instructor will serve as the MLS Laboratory Safety Officer, responsible for chemical inventory management, SDS maintenance, biohazard and waste procedures, autoclaving, and annual/biannual lab safety training of incoming students.

Candidates must demonstrate experience or training across multiple laboratory disciplines in order to support the multi-disciplinary MLS curriculum. The Laboratory Instructor works under the supervision of the MLS Program Director.

 

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's Degree Medical Laboratory Science required or Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Medical Technologist (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) required

Experience

The Laboratory Instructor must be a medical laboratory professional who:

• A minimum of three years of work experience as a MLS in a clinical laboratory.

• Previous experience in clinical hematology and clinical microbiology roles.

• Has experience training and precepting staff or students.

• Has familiarity with requirements related to SOP development and training.

• Has maintained an inventory in a clinical laboratory.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of accreditation standards and regulatory requirements for MLS programs.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Experience in curriculum development and instructional design.

• Prior experience in medical laboratory education or training.

• Familiarity with current trends and advancements in medical laboratory science.

 

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