Laboratory instructor job description
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Laboratory instructor requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in laboratory instructor job postings.
Sample laboratory instructor requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- Strong knowledge of laboratory procedures and safety protocols.
- Experience in laboratory instruction or research.
- Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Proficient in data analysis and report writing.
Sample required laboratory instructor soft skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Patience and attention to detail.
- Passion for teaching and mentoring students.
Laboratory instructor job description example 1
General Dynamics laboratory instructor job description
**Type of Requisition:** SCA
**Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:** None
**Job Family:** SCA
Job Responsibilities: Plans, coordinates, and conducts training and related instructional programs for customer personnel. Demonstrate subject matter expertise/mastery of the course content requirements. Demonstrate expertise and proficiency in the methods and techniques for delivery of instruction. Provide training and education (T&E) to prepare service members in area of expertise. Instruct individuals/teams/units in establishment and reconstitution of DEPMEDs. Ensure accountability and maintenance of assigned equipment. Provide instruction as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for elementary and advanced examinations of biological and environmental specimens to aid in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease and other medical disorders. Provide instruction on elementary blood-banking and clinical laboratory procedures in hematology immunohematology, biochemistry, serology, bacteriology, parasitology, and urinalysis.
1. Conducts training sessions and may assist in evaluating the effectiveness of training activities.
2. Coordinates logistics for instruction events, including scheduling classes, reserving classrooms, and preparing workstations.
3. Maintains records of training activities, participant progress, and program effectiveness.
4. May assist in the development and establishment of course content and objectives.
5. May update course documentation as needed to ensure timeliness and relevance.
6. Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
7. Participates in special projects as required.
8. Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned.
9. Adheres to ethical, behavioral and professional standards.
Education/Equivalent Training Required: Associate's degree, or equivalent experience.
Experience: Two years of recent experience with the military with at least some of this time as a commissioned, warrant, or noncommissioned officer, with a laboratory AOC/MOS or civilian equivalent qualification and familiarity with military medical systems.
Unique/Additional Requirements: Must have a valid driver's license. Effective communications skills. Computer literate with current Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office Systems and possess a working knowledge of current Army automated systems.
COVID-19 Vaccination: GDIT does not have a vaccination mandate applicable to all employees. To protect the health and safety of its employees and to comply with customer requirements, however, GDIT may require employees in certain positions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Vaccination requirements will depend on the status of the federal contractor mandate and customer site requirements.
We are GDIT. The people supporting some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We deliver. Bringing the expertise needed to understand and advance critical missions. We transform. Shifting the ways clients invest in, integrate, and innovate technology solutions. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are there. On the ground, beside our clients, in the lab, and everywhere in between. Offering the technology transformations, strategy, and mission services needed to get the job done.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
**Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:** None
**Job Family:** SCA
Job Responsibilities: Plans, coordinates, and conducts training and related instructional programs for customer personnel. Demonstrate subject matter expertise/mastery of the course content requirements. Demonstrate expertise and proficiency in the methods and techniques for delivery of instruction. Provide training and education (T&E) to prepare service members in area of expertise. Instruct individuals/teams/units in establishment and reconstitution of DEPMEDs. Ensure accountability and maintenance of assigned equipment. Provide instruction as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for elementary and advanced examinations of biological and environmental specimens to aid in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease and other medical disorders. Provide instruction on elementary blood-banking and clinical laboratory procedures in hematology immunohematology, biochemistry, serology, bacteriology, parasitology, and urinalysis.
1. Conducts training sessions and may assist in evaluating the effectiveness of training activities.
2. Coordinates logistics for instruction events, including scheduling classes, reserving classrooms, and preparing workstations.
3. Maintains records of training activities, participant progress, and program effectiveness.
4. May assist in the development and establishment of course content and objectives.
5. May update course documentation as needed to ensure timeliness and relevance.
6. Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
7. Participates in special projects as required.
8. Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned.
9. Adheres to ethical, behavioral and professional standards.
Education/Equivalent Training Required: Associate's degree, or equivalent experience.
Experience: Two years of recent experience with the military with at least some of this time as a commissioned, warrant, or noncommissioned officer, with a laboratory AOC/MOS or civilian equivalent qualification and familiarity with military medical systems.
Unique/Additional Requirements: Must have a valid driver's license. Effective communications skills. Computer literate with current Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office Systems and possess a working knowledge of current Army automated systems.
COVID-19 Vaccination: GDIT does not have a vaccination mandate applicable to all employees. To protect the health and safety of its employees and to comply with customer requirements, however, GDIT may require employees in certain positions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Vaccination requirements will depend on the status of the federal contractor mandate and customer site requirements.
We are GDIT. The people supporting some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We deliver. Bringing the expertise needed to understand and advance critical missions. We transform. Shifting the ways clients invest in, integrate, and innovate technology solutions. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are there. On the ground, beside our clients, in the lab, and everywhere in between. Offering the technology transformations, strategy, and mission services needed to get the job done.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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Laboratory instructor job description example 2
Johns Hopkins University laboratory instructor job description
The Clinical/Laboratory Instructor has responsibility for teaching primarily in the clinical and laboratory settings and incorporates evidence-based practice into teaching activities. Applicants must have completed the SON compliance requirements for faculty teaching in the clinical setting and any additional compliance requirements of the institutions where clinical teaching is assigned including but not limited to a background check, documentation of vaccinations and titers, and required training.
The role requires two years of providing direct patient care as an RN or advanced practice nurse in a clinical area that provides relevant experience where the applicant seeks to provide clinical instruction.
. Experience as a clinical educator is preferred. The role requires excellent organizational, written and oral interpersonal communication skills. The Clinical/Laboratory Instructor reports to the Clinical Course Coordinator or Laboratory Course Coordinator when leading a clinical or laboratory group and ultimately reports to the Clinical Coordinator of the MSN (Entry into Nursing) Program.
Clinical/Laboratory Instructor Term The length of the position is a semester and is renewed based on the needs of the program, satisfactory clinical evaluations and on the approval of the Clinical Coordinator of the MSN (Entry into Nursing) Program.
Responsibilities
+ Teaching
+ Responsible for teaching in the clinical/laboratory and settings including simulation approaches to teaching in the MSN (Entry into Nursing) Program
+ Maintains current clinical competency and knowledge of current evidence in the literature required to teach in the clinical/laboratory settings assigned.
+ Submits an updated curriculum vitae (CV) to the JHSON as part of the annual required compliance process
+ Follows direction of the Clinical Coordinator and Program Director of the MSN (Entry into Nursing) Program regarding the adoption of teaching approaches to achieve academic program outcomes.
+ Works under the direction of the Clinical Course Coordinator or Laboratory Course Coordinator when leading a clinical or laboratory group.
+ Attends course planning meetings as directed by the Clinical Course Coordinator.
+ Completes all training as directed by the Clinical Course Coordinator.
+ Meets all compliance requirements of the clinical sites assigned.
+ Attends orientation for the clinical sites assigned.
+ Ensures that all students in the assigned clinical group have completed compliance requirements for the assigned clinical site.
+ Applies principles of adult learning and evidence-based practice.
+ Prepares and submits incident reports related to student exposures according to site and SON policies.
+ Takes students to the Occupational Health Clinic following exposures as directed by the Infectious Disease or Occupational Health official at the clinical site.
+ Adheres to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) that protects the privacy of student educational records.
+ Works collaboratively with nurse managers, staff nurses, and other representatives of the clinical units assigned.
+ Meets with students as requested or when necessary to address student performance concerns.
+ Works closely with students' clinical course coordinator when a student's performance in clinical/laboratory/course places the student at risk for failure.
+ Provides students with a recommended plan for academic improvement as needed and follows up to determine if student performance improves.
+ Provides timely feedback to students on their clinical/laboratory/course progress.
+ Initiates a clinical/laboratory/course warning if appropriate.
+ Communicates in writing with students and the clinical coordinator if student is not passing at midterm or at the end of the course.
+ Communicates concerns about non-academic student issues to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs
+ Communicates immediately with Clinical Course Coordinator if unable to be present in the assigned clinical setting during the assigned dates and hours of clinical
Service
+ Participates in professional activities such as being a member of a professional organization associated with the clinical instructor's clinical practice specialty.
+ Practice
+ Maintains the clinical competency required to meet SON teaching needs.
+ Current licensure as a registered nurse in good standing in Maryland
+ Master's degree in nursing or DNP with advanced practice certification
+ Ability to meet the minimum standards of the Technical Standards Policy for Admissions and Graduation with or without reasonable accommodation:
+ Experience in a nursing practice role (2yrs minimum)
+ Experience in a clinical teaching role, simulation (preferred)
+ Documented effectiveness in collaboration and communication
+ Ability to effectively manage details and problem solve in a complex environment
+ Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so at Johns Hopkins SON
+ Able to travel to clinical facilities in the Baltimore-Washington area
Complete all Fields
Job Type: Part Time Johns Hopkins University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Consistent with the University's goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will assess the comprehensive qualifications of each applicant.
The role requires two years of providing direct patient care as an RN or advanced practice nurse in a clinical area that provides relevant experience where the applicant seeks to provide clinical instruction.
. Experience as a clinical educator is preferred. The role requires excellent organizational, written and oral interpersonal communication skills. The Clinical/Laboratory Instructor reports to the Clinical Course Coordinator or Laboratory Course Coordinator when leading a clinical or laboratory group and ultimately reports to the Clinical Coordinator of the MSN (Entry into Nursing) Program.
Clinical/Laboratory Instructor Term The length of the position is a semester and is renewed based on the needs of the program, satisfactory clinical evaluations and on the approval of the Clinical Coordinator of the MSN (Entry into Nursing) Program.
Responsibilities
+ Teaching
+ Responsible for teaching in the clinical/laboratory and settings including simulation approaches to teaching in the MSN (Entry into Nursing) Program
+ Maintains current clinical competency and knowledge of current evidence in the literature required to teach in the clinical/laboratory settings assigned.
+ Submits an updated curriculum vitae (CV) to the JHSON as part of the annual required compliance process
+ Follows direction of the Clinical Coordinator and Program Director of the MSN (Entry into Nursing) Program regarding the adoption of teaching approaches to achieve academic program outcomes.
+ Works under the direction of the Clinical Course Coordinator or Laboratory Course Coordinator when leading a clinical or laboratory group.
+ Attends course planning meetings as directed by the Clinical Course Coordinator.
+ Completes all training as directed by the Clinical Course Coordinator.
+ Meets all compliance requirements of the clinical sites assigned.
+ Attends orientation for the clinical sites assigned.
+ Ensures that all students in the assigned clinical group have completed compliance requirements for the assigned clinical site.
+ Applies principles of adult learning and evidence-based practice.
+ Prepares and submits incident reports related to student exposures according to site and SON policies.
+ Takes students to the Occupational Health Clinic following exposures as directed by the Infectious Disease or Occupational Health official at the clinical site.
+ Adheres to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) that protects the privacy of student educational records.
+ Works collaboratively with nurse managers, staff nurses, and other representatives of the clinical units assigned.
+ Meets with students as requested or when necessary to address student performance concerns.
+ Works closely with students' clinical course coordinator when a student's performance in clinical/laboratory/course places the student at risk for failure.
+ Provides students with a recommended plan for academic improvement as needed and follows up to determine if student performance improves.
+ Provides timely feedback to students on their clinical/laboratory/course progress.
+ Initiates a clinical/laboratory/course warning if appropriate.
+ Communicates in writing with students and the clinical coordinator if student is not passing at midterm or at the end of the course.
+ Communicates concerns about non-academic student issues to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs
+ Communicates immediately with Clinical Course Coordinator if unable to be present in the assigned clinical setting during the assigned dates and hours of clinical
Service
+ Participates in professional activities such as being a member of a professional organization associated with the clinical instructor's clinical practice specialty.
+ Practice
+ Maintains the clinical competency required to meet SON teaching needs.
+ Current licensure as a registered nurse in good standing in Maryland
+ Master's degree in nursing or DNP with advanced practice certification
+ Ability to meet the minimum standards of the Technical Standards Policy for Admissions and Graduation with or without reasonable accommodation:
+ Experience in a nursing practice role (2yrs minimum)
+ Experience in a clinical teaching role, simulation (preferred)
+ Documented effectiveness in collaboration and communication
+ Ability to effectively manage details and problem solve in a complex environment
+ Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so at Johns Hopkins SON
+ Able to travel to clinical facilities in the Baltimore-Washington area
Complete all Fields
Job Type: Part Time Johns Hopkins University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Consistent with the University's goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will assess the comprehensive qualifications of each applicant.
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Laboratory instructor job description example 3
Allegany College of Maryland laboratory instructor job description
Clinical/Laboratory Dental Hygiene Instructor Bookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this Job
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Please upload a Curriculum Vitae, unofficial transcripts, three professional references.
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title Clinical/Laboratory Dental Hygiene Instructor
Position Number
Position Status Part Time
Hours Varies Depending on Class Hours
Reports To Program Director of Dental Hygiene
Education Required
Depending on program and accreditation requirements, varies per department.
Classification Faculty-Adjunct
Position Term
Basic Statement of Responsibilities
To provide dental hygiene coverage during the operation of the dental clinic.
Qualifications
Education, Experience, and Specialized Skills
Required to hold a dental hygiene license to practice in the State of Maryland. Must be CPR certified. Recognition to administer Local Anesthesia is required or will be obtained immediately upon hire.
Organizational Relationships
Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions
1. Reviews medical history forms of patients in the clinic. If a medical history is questionable, the part-time clinical lab hygienist will consult with the clinic dentist who will determine if the patient should receive care in the dental hygiene clinic.
2. Reviews and evaluates x-rays taken of patients in the clinic.
3. Reviews and evaluates students with patients by observing and instructing students
in regard to history taking, scaling, polishing, charting, and probing as well as all clinical services provided by the clinic.
4. Answers all questions of instructors and students in regard to patient problems in the
clinic.
5. Executes emergency care procedures, when necessary.
6. Serves as a consultant to students and faculty in the clinic.
7. Makes comments and suggestions to the Program Director and the Clinical Coordinator concerning procedures.
8. Utilizes standardized grading methods and clinic evaluation procedures.
9. Enhances the attitude and professionalism of the student by wearing appropriate
attire and following proper clinical protocol as outlined in the Dental Hygiene Policies Handbook.
10. Attends department staff meetings when requested.
11. Assists with maintenance of the Dental Hygiene clinic and equipment.
12. Assists clinical coordinator with grade calculation for clinical courses.
Secondary Responsibilites
Referral of Patients
1. Patients of record who need follow-up care will be referred to the patient's
dentist of record. Solicitation of patients who have documented dentists of record will be construed as unprofessional and grounds for dismissal.
2. In the event the clinic patient of record does not have a documented dentist of record, the patient will be advised to check the telephone directory.
3. Direct solicitation of patients for part-time clinic staff will not be allowed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Applicants will be required
to complete some training on teaching and/or educational methodology.
Working Conditions
Clinic Atmosphere
Physical Effort Required
Physical requirements include:
• must be able to receive, understand, and communicate verbal and written instruction and communicate in the English language
• Visual acuity
• Hearing
• Mental Acuity
• Speaking
• Talking
Lifting 10-15 pounds.
(Other physical effort may be required; for example able to demonstrate a skill or using lab equipment)
Special Conditions for Eligibility
EEO Statement
The College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees and job applicants will be treated in all respects on the basis of their merit and qualifications. This includes equal treatment in recruitment, promotion, reassignment, training, placement, working conditions, compensation, and discipline. The College will not retaliate against employees or applicants who oppose behavior that is inconsistent with this policy
FLSA Exempt
Salary Grade
Salary Commensurate with Experience
Job Type Faculty
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number AS108P
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please upload a Curriculum Vitae, unofficial transcripts, three professional references.
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please upload a Curriculum Vitae, unofficial transcripts, three professional references.
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title Clinical/Laboratory Dental Hygiene Instructor
Position Number
Position Status Part Time
Hours Varies Depending on Class Hours
Reports To Program Director of Dental Hygiene
Education Required
Depending on program and accreditation requirements, varies per department.
Classification Faculty-Adjunct
Position Term
Basic Statement of Responsibilities
To provide dental hygiene coverage during the operation of the dental clinic.
Qualifications
Education, Experience, and Specialized Skills
Required to hold a dental hygiene license to practice in the State of Maryland. Must be CPR certified. Recognition to administer Local Anesthesia is required or will be obtained immediately upon hire.
Organizational Relationships
Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions
1. Reviews medical history forms of patients in the clinic. If a medical history is questionable, the part-time clinical lab hygienist will consult with the clinic dentist who will determine if the patient should receive care in the dental hygiene clinic.
2. Reviews and evaluates x-rays taken of patients in the clinic.
3. Reviews and evaluates students with patients by observing and instructing students
in regard to history taking, scaling, polishing, charting, and probing as well as all clinical services provided by the clinic.
4. Answers all questions of instructors and students in regard to patient problems in the
clinic.
5. Executes emergency care procedures, when necessary.
6. Serves as a consultant to students and faculty in the clinic.
7. Makes comments and suggestions to the Program Director and the Clinical Coordinator concerning procedures.
8. Utilizes standardized grading methods and clinic evaluation procedures.
9. Enhances the attitude and professionalism of the student by wearing appropriate
attire and following proper clinical protocol as outlined in the Dental Hygiene Policies Handbook.
10. Attends department staff meetings when requested.
11. Assists with maintenance of the Dental Hygiene clinic and equipment.
12. Assists clinical coordinator with grade calculation for clinical courses.
Secondary Responsibilites
Referral of Patients
1. Patients of record who need follow-up care will be referred to the patient's
dentist of record. Solicitation of patients who have documented dentists of record will be construed as unprofessional and grounds for dismissal.
2. In the event the clinic patient of record does not have a documented dentist of record, the patient will be advised to check the telephone directory.
3. Direct solicitation of patients for part-time clinic staff will not be allowed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Applicants will be required
to complete some training on teaching and/or educational methodology.
Working Conditions
Clinic Atmosphere
Physical Effort Required
Physical requirements include:
• must be able to receive, understand, and communicate verbal and written instruction and communicate in the English language
• Visual acuity
• Hearing
• Mental Acuity
• Speaking
• Talking
Lifting 10-15 pounds.
(Other physical effort may be required; for example able to demonstrate a skill or using lab equipment)
Special Conditions for Eligibility
EEO Statement
The College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees and job applicants will be treated in all respects on the basis of their merit and qualifications. This includes equal treatment in recruitment, promotion, reassignment, training, placement, working conditions, compensation, and discipline. The College will not retaliate against employees or applicants who oppose behavior that is inconsistent with this policy
FLSA Exempt
Salary Grade
Salary Commensurate with Experience
Job Type Faculty
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number AS108P
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please upload a Curriculum Vitae, unofficial transcripts, three professional references.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024