About the role
Working/Functional Title
Biomedical Laboratory Diag. Open Rank Professor
Position Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to educate future healthcare and research professionals and contribute to the growth and development of the medical laboratory profession. We value innovative teaching that is discipline-focused while promoting student personal growth, and we are committed to creating community and excellence for faculty, staff, and learners. Professional development in teaching and involvement in the laboratory profession will be valued.
The Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program at Michigan State University invites applications for two Fixed Term Faculty positions (non-tenure) at a rank commensurate with experience. The appointments will be academic year, nine-month positions. The initial appointment is for one year. Reappointment will be considered contingent on program needs, available funding, and satisfactory performance. The MSU fixed-term faculty system provides opportunities for advancement through the professorial ranks (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor). Additionally, following seven semesters of exemplary performance, faculty members may be eligible to apply for Designation B status, which provides five-year, rolling appointments.
These individuals will be responsible for in-person and online instruction at the undergraduate and graduate level. The teaching load will be approximately 3 courses per semester. Specific teaching assignments will be based on the successful candidate's areas of expertise and the instructional needs of the BLD program.
Additional responsibilities may include a combination of service, outreach, and curriculum development, based on the individual’s expertise and interest. Professional engagement, such as involvement with medical laboratory-related professional societies, is strongly encouraged. The salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience.
The Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics (BLD) Program was established in 1926 and is within the College of Natural Science. MSU BLD offers two undergraduate degrees, Biomedical Laboratory Science and Medical Laboratory Science (a NACCLS accredited program) and three graduate degrees – an MA in Biomedical Laboratory Science, an MS in Clinical Laboratory Science, and an MS in Biomedical Laboratory Operations. Primary disciplines we teach include hematology and hemostasis, molecular diagnostics, scientific writing, laboratory management, pathology, clinical chemistry, immunology, immunohematology, and medical microbiology.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Doctorate -Biological sciences, public health, education, health sciences, or related field.
Minimum Requirements
A doctoral degree in biological sciences, public health, education, health sciences, or a related field.
Hold a clinical certification/credential (such as MLS, MB, etc.) or be certification eligible. For more information on eligibility/routes to certification, click here: https://www.ascp.org/content/board-of-certification/get-credentialed#
Hold a clinical certification/credential (such as MLS, MB, etc.) or be certification eligible. For more information on eligibility/routes to certification, click here: https://www.ascp.org/content/board-of-certification/get-credentialed#
Demonstrated teaching ability as reflected in experiences educating or training people.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with discipline-based education research, scholarship of teaching and learning, and/or scholarly approaches to curriculum development.
Evidence of working collaboratively in a team setting.
Experience teaching in a relevant field as an instructor of record.
Professional experience developing and/or disseminating knowledge in a relevant field through research, outreach, publication, or presentations.
Participation in professional societies (such as ASCLS, ASCP, etc.).
History of ongoing professional development.
Work experience in the medical laboratory field
Required Application Materials
Cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that describes how your educational background and professional experience have prepared you to contribute to the BLD program as a teaching faculty member.
If you possess any of the desired qualifications, please explain how those experiences have also prepared you for this position.
CV
Names and contact information of 3 professional references who will be contacted if invited for a final interview.
Special Instructions
Review of applications will begin 1 month from the posting date and will continue until the positions are filled. Questions regarding the position(s)s may be directed to Angela Wholehan, Teaching Specialist, BLD (angelalw@msu.edu). Job applications should be made through the MSU Careers website at https://careers.msu.edu. Posting number 1148542 .
Review of Applications Begins On
08/27/2026
Summary of Health Risks
Exposure to human blood, serum, tissue and other body fluids; and materials covered under Universal Precautions.
Website
https://bld.natsci.msu.edu/
Department Statement
The Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics (BLD) Program was established in1926 and is within the College of Natural Science. MSU BLD offers two undergraduate degrees, Biomedical Laboratory Science and Medical Laboratory Science (a NACCLS accredited program) and three graduate degrees – an MA in Biomedical Laboratory Science, an MS in Clinical Laboratory Science, and an MS in Biomedical Laboratory Operations. Primary disciplines we teach include hematology and hemostasis, molecular diagnostics, scientific writing, laboratory management, pathology, clinical chemistry, immunology, immunohematology, and medical microbiology.
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.