Associate / Full Professor and Chair - Laboratory Sciences & Primary Care
LUBBOCK, TXPosted 17 days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Job overview
The Associate/Full Professor and Chair role at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center leads the Laboratory Sciences and Primary Care department, overseeing educational programs and clinical laboratories across multiple campuses, driving strategic planning and academic excellence.
Responsibilities and impact
The Chair manages multi-campus programs, supervises program directors, engages in research and teaching, serves on committees, oversees budgeting and accreditation, and fosters strategic partnerships and professional development.
Compensation and benefits
Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and skills; specific benefits are not detailed but likely include academic institution standard offerings.
Experience and skills
Requires a doctorate degree, licensure/certification as a medical laboratory scientist, molecular biologist, or physician assistant, and experience in course and program development; preferred qualifications include academic administrative experience, research funding experience, distance education knowledge, and accreditation familiarity.
Career development
Opportunities include leading a major academic department, engaging in research and teaching, and professional development within a large health sciences university.
Work environment and culture
The institution values innovation, support, and a positive, people-first culture fostering an exceptional workplace community.
Company information
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is a leading health education institution in Texas, providing extensive clinical services and advancing health through education and research.
Team overview
The Chair leads a department with multiple graduate and undergraduate programs and a clinical laboratory, coordinating with campus deans and directors.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Lubbock, Texas, with responsibilities spanning multiple campuses including Midland and a clinical lab at the John Montford Unit.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines academic leadership with clinical oversight across multiple campuses and programs, including involvement in strategic planning and accreditation processes.
Company overview
The American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) is a professional organization dedicated to supporting clinical laboratory professionals through advocacy, education, and networking opportunities. ASCLS generates revenue primarily through membership dues, conferences, continuing education programs, and publication sales. Founded in 1933, the society has played a significant role in advancing laboratory standards, promoting professional development, and influencing healthcare policy related to laboratory science. Candidates should be aware of ASCLS’s commitment to fostering high standards in laboratory practice and its active role in shaping the future of clinical laboratory science in the United States. The organization also collaborates with other healthcare and laboratory associations to further its mission and expand its impact.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight leadership experience in academic settings, especially managing multi-campus departments and graduate and undergraduate programs, as this role demands strong administrative and strategic planning skills.
Emphasize your credentials such as a doctorate degree and certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS(ASCP) or related licensure, along with experience in course and program development and accreditation standards like NAACLS or ARC-PA.
Apply through multiple channels including the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science corporate site, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center’s career portal, and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s reach.
Connect with current faculty and administrators within the School of Health Professions or Laboratory Sciences division on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as commenting on recent departmental achievements or asking about strategic initiatives in multi-campus program management.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'strategic planning,' 'faculty mentoring,' 'program development,' 'accreditation standards,' and 'extramurally-funded research grants' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.
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