Instructor, Cytology

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

Requirements

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

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.

Qualifications

• 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

Skills

• 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

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