Associate Director Montana Medical Laboratory Scientist (MMLS) Program

Position Details Position Information Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 25161 For questions regarding this position, please contact: Jovanka Voyichjovanka@montana.edu406-994-7184Classification Title Managing Director Working Title Associate Director Montana Medical Laboratory Scientist (MMLS) Program Brief Position Overview The MMLS Associate Director will play an integral part in all aspects of this professional program that is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science ( NAACLS ) e.g. teaching in the program and in the undergraduate courses that support the program, advising students, recruiting students, coordinating clinical site education schedules and courses, and assuring NAACLS accreditation standards are met.Position Number 4C0779 Department Microbiology & Cell Biology Division College of Agriculture/MAES Appointment Type Professional Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Exempt Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary $70,000 - $73,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type LOA If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open Position Details General Statement The Montana Medical Laboratory Science ( MMLS ) Professional Program, housed within the Department of Microbiology & Immunology at Montana State University, was developed in 2008 and is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science ( NAACLS ). The program has been highly successful and has helped to alleviate the critical need for medical laboratory scientists in the state of Montana, especially in rural communities. Each year the program accepts approximately 18 students from Montana State University, the University of Montana, and Montana State University-Billings. In addition, it is affiliated with major hospitals and rural hospitals throughout Montana where students participate in clinical laboratory training.Duties and Responsibilities The MMLS Associate Director will play an integral part in all aspects of this program from application reviews to coordination of clinical site education schedules and courses. This full-time, year-round, position reports directly to the MMLS Program Director, with duties divided between 45% teaching and 55% program administration.Teaching duties will include:

Instruction of courses and labs within the MMLS program typically three courses each term, including summer term and a microbiology course or laboratory for undergraduates.

Develop lectures, laboratory classes, and course materials: including laboratory manuals for the summer program.

Report grades, update and maintain learning platform for all courses. Participate in student advising.

Teach effectively in our university community and be dedicated to helping students from various backgrounds succeed.

Administrative duties will include:

Oversight of internship applications and communications associated with the process, communication with clinical sites, and weekly monitoring of each intern’s progress.

Collaborate with the Director and other MMLS instructors to maintain the program’s NAACLS accreditation.

Assist with advertising the program, advising incoming MLS students, application process for students and selection of students for training. Maintain program information for recruitment purposes and website updates. Coordinate with office accountants to ensure proper billing for off-site students. Move to director position.

Coordinate with Teaching Lab Manager as needed to ensure lab materials and equipment purchases and maintained.

Participate with the director on recruitment efforts.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

ASCP Certification as a Laboratory Sciences Generalist.

At least 3 years clinical experience in a clinical laboratory.

A master’s in laboratory sciences.

Demonstrated leadership experience and professional service.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

Experience teaching Medical Laboratory Sciences courses or related undergraduate courses.

The Successful Candidate Will

Committed to enhancing program effectiveness and upholding accreditation requirements.

Continued pursuit of professional growth and scholarly activities.

Commitment to mentoring and maintaining a positive, professional environment for students.

Engage in meaningful interactions with a various student population.

Possess excellent communication and effective interpersonal skills.

Exhibit self-motivation and high initiative.

Meet timelines and maintain accurate administrative documentation.

Represent the department in a courteous and professional manner.

Demonstrated competence with computers/software including Microsoft Office Suite.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

Occasional travel to participating training laboratories across Montana.

Must possess a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. (If successful candidate possesses a valid out-of-state driver’s license, must obtain a valid Montana driver’s license within 60 days of hire.)

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Physical Demands

Occasionally move boxes, lift equipment, and materials up to 25 lb.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.This position has supervisory duties? Yes Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be: Screening of applications will begin on November 21, 2024; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.Special Instructions EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.