Instructor, Cytology

Position Summary:

The Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is seeking applications for a full-time 10-months Educational Coordinator (EC) and Instructor in the Department of Allied Health Sciences to support the College’s MS in Cytotechnology and Molecular Cytology program.

Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and CV.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

Instructor 

• Assist in the preparation of lectures, laboratory activities, visual and technical aids, case studies and other pertinent instructional materials
• Deliver and facilitate lectures, laboratory sessions, discussions, and additional learning activities
• Direct learning activities to develop students’ slide screening skills and strengthen diagnostic accuracy.

Clinical Education Coordinator 

• Coordinate student assignments to clinical affiliate locations.
• Ensure documentation of student evaluations, assessments and progression of clinical performance
• Ensure orientation to the program’s requirements with the personnel who supervise or instruct students at clinical sites

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Commitment to excellence in teaching and student development is essential
• Excellent communication (verbal/written), interpersonal skills, and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Adobe, Office 365, OneDrive, and Zoom

Education and Experience: 

• Minimum of a baccalaureate degree in Cytotechnology or a relevant discipline
• ASCP certification as a cytologist
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in cytology
• Be knowledgeable of the curriculum and be knowledgeable about the program’s evaluation of student learning and performance
• Ideal candidates will have a minimum of one year of teaching/clinical education experience, as well as experience with online/distance learning

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Please note that this posting is not all-inclusive of the job responsibilities or qualifications of the position. The essential functions of the job may or may not have been fully described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Additional Information: 

This position is based in Albany, NY. The duties and responsibilities of this particular role require the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or interaction with our community, requiring all work to be performed full-time on-site. Standard work hours are from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM EST, Monday through Friday. Participation in occasional weekend or after hours academic events would be expected (one or two per semester). Additional details pertaining to this position will be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits:

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental and vision benefits, free life insurance and disability programs, tuition assistance programs, retirement plan with employer match and contribution, and generous time off including 20 paid holidays plus paid sick and vacation time. Additional perks include wellness rewards, free gym access, free parking, identity theft protection and many others. Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, and exclusions may apply for some roles.

ACPHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our hiring and employment practices.