Temporary Instructor, Medical Laboratory Technology

In order to ensure your application is received by NAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our Careers site at www.nait.ca/careers

Please note: This is a temporary position ending on or before April 30, 2025.

As part of NAIT's mission to be the most relevant and responsive post-secondary institution in Canada, the School of Health Sciences aims to drive the evolution of health care education in Alberta. A great program needs great instructors and the NAIT Diagnostic Laboratory Programs, within the School of Health and Life Sciences, requires a full-time instructor to lead the delivery of curriculum and design for lecture and lab learning. Recent clinical laboratory experience in one or more of the following areas is required: Microbiology, Transfusion Medicine, Chemistry, Hematology, Anatomical Pathology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Student instruction and evaluation for lectures and labs
• Student support activities
• Curriculum development for courses to include lecture and lab content, assessments, rubrics and other learning activities, as well as curriculum updates to reflect the current competency profile and industry standards
• Some evening and/or weekend hours for lab instruction and other educational events may be required in certain semesters
• Participation in continuing education including regular industry updates

Skills & Abilities:

The successful candidate must have an excellent working knowledge of animal health clinics and exhibit strong interpersonal, and customer service skills, adapt easily to change and espouse continuous quality improvement with a strong focus on student success and satisfaction.

• Proficient computer skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to juggle competing priorities.

Qualifications:

• A degree or diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognized post-secondary institute
• A related Bachelor's degree in health sciences or science may be an asset
• Considerable experience as a General Medical Laboratory Technologist
• Unrestricted General MLT practice permit with the CMLTA
• CSMLS registration is considered an asset
• Experience working with MS Office products and willing to learn other software and learning management tools
• Experience in delivery of adult education and/or curriculum design
• Experience with course set up and delivery using a learning management system is considered an asset
• Immunizations' status and police information checks, as required by the program, may be requested

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).

Remuneration: Will commensurate with education and experience, plus 18.5% in lieu of statutory holidays and vacation pay. (Instructor salary grid $34.48 - $59.98 per hour, however, starting hourly wage for a new hire average between $41.76 - 45.41 per hour based on education and experience. (Classification - Instructor).

This position is covered by the NAIT Academic Staff Association (NASA) Collective Agreement

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

We are proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 13 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT's culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.

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