Histotechnology Education Coordinator

Company Description:

As a premier institution in agriculture and technology, SUNY Cobleskill calls all learners to grow, to sustain, and to renew the world and its citizens. The College acts as a reflection of, and a catalyst for, advancement in our fields. With an emphasis on applied learning and experiential education, SUNY Cobleskill prepares students for successful careers, advanced studies, and engaged citizenship.  

Founded in 1911, SUNY Cobleskill enrolls approximately 2000 students in 55 diverse majors. The campus sets the standard for applied education that extends theory into practice. SUNY Cobleskill is a community characterized by empathy, inclusivity, respect, personal growth, integrity, and a collaborative spirit fostering well-being and sustainable practices. We recognize and celebrate student, faculty and staff achievements. We take pride in our campus and encourage collaboration with our surrounding communities.

Our modern, 902-acre campus features outstanding educational facilities, including an equestrian center, 200-cow dairy facility, cold and warm water fish hatcheries, specialized classrooms and scientific laboratories, two state-of-the-art culinary arts teaching kitchens, child development and childcare centers, and an art gallery and graphic design center. 

Drawing on a rich academic tradition that spans more than 100 years, our purpose remains constant; to educate future entrepreneurs, scientists, thought leaders, artists, educators, and practitioners to contribute to the sustainability of a healthy and prosperous societal existence in concert with a robust environment. 

Job Description:

The Histotechnology Program is seeking a highly qualified candidate who is strongly committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching to join SUNY Cobleskill as the Histotechnology Education Coordinator. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in-person and online at the undergraduate level.

Experience related to the Histopathology field is required. Those who have worked in a quality laboratory and have provided expert laboratory service are strongly preferred. The Education Coordinator will have the opportunity to: teach within the Histotechnology Program, prepare labs for Histotechnology instruction, stay current with the Standards set-forth by NAACLS, ASCP, and the NYS-Office of the Professions, and help maintain a robust social media network of Alumni and prospective students. Other duties for this position may include: cooperating in the enrichment and growth of the program, developing micro-credentials and certificates, and assisting the Program Director with the administrative duties of the Program.

Courses taught may include, but are not limited to biological courses needed to obtain an HT, including Microtechniques, Microscopic Anatomy, Medical Terminology, and the Clinical Experience in Histotechnology.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have an Associate Degree in Science with 3 years of recent full-time Histotechnology employment
• NYS Licensure as a Histotechnician (HT) and/or Histotechnologist (HTL).
• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification as a Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL).
• Must have knowledge of relevant areas of Histotechnology such as: cutting of frozen sections, cutting biopsies, routine staining and a variety of special staining procedures including Immunohistochemistry.
• Must have Excellent communication skills, detail oriented, work as a team member, and utilize intermediate computer applications: email, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access. Typing and answering phones, copy/fax/scan, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the aforementioned minimum qualifications, it is preferred the candidate also have: 

• A Bachelor Degree in Science.
• Teaching experience in an undergraduate environment or serving as a Clinical Liaison.
• Experience with the NAACLS Standards.
• Experience with inter-disciplinary collaboration.

Additional Information:

• This is an SL-3 position with a salary range of $50,000 - $55,000.
• This is a term 10-month position.
• This position offers full New York State benefits which are some of the most comprehensive in the country.
• SUNY Cobleskill is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check.
• This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.

SUNY Cobleskill is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, and ensuring equal educational and employment opportunity and access to services, programs and activities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or any other legally protected status.  Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office at (518) 255-5514.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation.  If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.   

SUNY Cobleskill's Tile IX Coordinator is Amanda Clark, who can be contacted via phone at 518-255-5445, email at clarkar@cobleskill.edu, or mailing address of SUNY Cobleskill,  Knapp Hall Room 123, Cobleskill, NY 12043.

Application Instructions:

The application review process will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Priority is given to applications submitted by February 28, 2023.

A complete application consists of the following:

1. Letter of application, addressing qualifications, position responsibilities, and college values  
2. Current CV or Resume
3. Names, emails and phone numbers of at least three professional references, preferably former supervisors 

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