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Instructor I, Clinical Laboratory Science
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Position Number: 5661249
Location: Fort Myers, FL
Position Type: Agriculture - Veterinary Medicine

Instructor I, Clinical Laboratory Science

Job Summary
The Instructor I Clinical Laboratory Science will have an appointment in the Department of Health Sciences that may include teaching clinical laboratory science and other related courses in healthcare, at the undergraduate level, course and/or curriculum development, involvement in the department, college, and university committees/initiatives, and other assigned duties.

Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, be committed to innovative delivery of instruction, be committed to effective use of technology, including distance learning, and provide service to the department, college, university, and community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or online.

FGCU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity and Access Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, veteran status, and any other protected class(es), as required by applicable state and federal law, as well as University regulations and policies.

Job Description

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

Teach assigned courses and adequately perform other duties/responsibilities as articulated on the annual assignment. Teach up to four (4) classes per semester.
Hold office hours.
Attend departmental meetings.
Adopt course materials in a timely manner.
Adopt the university learning management system.
Adopt other campus-wide technology platforms as appropriate to other specified job duties.
Complete mandatory/required training in a timely manner.
Abide by University Policies and Regulations.
Participate in the evaluation process in accordance with the CBA and related documents.
Participate in the assessment process as required by your respective department.
Timely and professional communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators
Engage in essential duties with the highest standards of integrity, responsibility, excellence, and within the accepted practices and norms of your respective field/profession.
Prepare syllabi and instructional materials, develop and deliver lectures and tests, and evaluate students.
Engages in reflective self-assessment of teaching styles and methods to ensure consistently effective instructional performance.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop/revise curriculum.
Ensure the timely completion and reporting of student learning assessments.
Continued professional development activity is expected at a level commensurate with rank and the mission of the University.
Actively participate in community, institutional, and professional service in furtherance of FGCU's mission.
Attends faculty and college meetings as required.
Be available for scheduled office hours as posted.
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Supervise clinical laboratory student learning experiences; evaluate student achievement; participate in development of curriculum, policy, and procedures; and provide input into the assessment of program outcomes.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology or a related Health Care Education field from a regionally accredited institution with appropriate work experience in Clinical Laboratory Science, and 2 years' experience in clinical laboratory science/medical technology education.
Holds nationally recognized certification as MLS/CLS.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior teaching experience
Experience with online teaching using Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of major concepts, assumptions, debates, processes of inquiry, and ways of knowing that are central to the discipline(s).
Understands how to use digital and interactive technologies to efficiently and effectively achieve specific learning goals.
Knowledge of critical thinking processes and understanding how to help learners develop high-level questioning skills.
Knowledge and skill in the use of inquiry-based instructional models and strategies.
Knowledge and ability to use technology in various teaching modalities (e.g., Face-to-face, synchronous online, or asynchronous online).
Ability to collaborate with stakeholders both within and outside the University in developing and delivering instruction, resulting in improved student learning.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Appointment will be based on a 12-month continuous multi-year contract available August 2025.

Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida's Public Records Law, please DO NOT send examples of your project/ scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore, all submitted materials including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property of FGCU.

Under Florida's Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request.

Required Application Materials:

Unofficial Transcripts
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Five (5) Professional References

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

The position is listed as "open until filled".

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