Lab Education Specialist I - Histology

Role Overview Responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing laboratory education programs for medical trainees, students, and employees. Collaborates with laboratory leadership to identify educational needs, assists with program budgeting, and ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. Acts as clinical education faculty within a health sciences school, mentoring and training students and staff, while maintaining competency in laboratory specialties and education methodologies. Allocates at least 50% of time to education activities. Qualifications & Skills Requires a bachelor's degree in clinical/medical laboratory science, medical technology, chemistry, or human biological sciences from an accredited institution, along with two years of relevant laboratory experience. Certification such as ASCP or other pertinent credentials, including HT/HTL certification, is required. Preferred candidates have teaching or mentoring experience, strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and independently. Foreign-trained applicants must provide education equivalency evaluations. Key Responsibilities Participate in planning and assessing laboratory education needs.Develop and maintain educational programs for trainees and staff.Coordinate training for new employees.Teach and mentor students and employees, ensuring competency and compliance.Engage in formal educational activities within health sciences programs.