Assistant Professor - Medical Laboratory Science

Assistant Professor -

Medical Laboratory Science Category:

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Department:

Medical Laboratory Science

Locations:

Farmingdale, NY

Posted:

Oct 23, 2025

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full-time Ref. No.: 26-07 Position 

ID:

194149

About Farmingdale State College:

Farmingdale State College is a recognized leader in applied learning. With over 10,000 students, FSC is the State University of New York's largest college of applied science and technology, with 96% of graduates working in New York State and 75% working on Long Island. Farmingdale prepares emerging leaders in the growing technology, engineering, business and health care fields. Farmingdale State College is committed to inclusivity and excellence as part of our mission and culture. The College has received the 2022, 2023 and 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award. We seek candidates of all backgrounds who embrace these values and the broader mission of public higher education. The College is increasingly focused on expanding student engagement. In addition to the highly successful NCAA Division III athletic program, Esports, and an extensive array of student clubs and organizations give FSC a strong culture of civic responsibility.

Job Description:

The Department of Medical Laboratory Science at Farmingdale State College is seeking applicants for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position. Candidates must have at least a Master's Degree in health science, education, or field related to laboratory medicine, certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) /Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license and a minimum of three years clinical laboratory experience. Preference will be given to applicants who have an earned doctorate in health science, education or a field related to laboratory medicine, as well as expertise as a Generalist in the field, academic teaching experience, and experience as an instructor in a clinical laboratory setting. The faculty member may be expected to teach in multiple formats including hybrid, online and traditional face-to-face classes. All faculty members at Farmingdale State College have three workload components: teaching, research and scholarly activity, and service. Candidates should have a research agenda that complements their area of academic specialty resulting in peer-reviewed publications, which are necessary for promotion and tenure at Farmingdale State College. We are also interested in candidates with a history of, or interest in, pursuing external funding for their research. The successful candidate will demonstrate an interest and high level of competence in teaching. The service component of the workload includes student advising and participation on committees. The completion of a doctoral degree is required for tenure. The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include: Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion. Interest in participating in student-centered service activities. Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

An earned Master's Degree or higher in health science, education, or field related to laboratory medicine from a regionally accredited institution. ASCP certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) /Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS). New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license. Three or more years clinical laboratory experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

An earned Doctorate in health, education or a field related to laboratory medicine from a regionally accredited institution. Expertise as a Generalist in the field of laboratory medicine. Experience as an instructor in a clinical laboratory setting. Academic teaching experience.

Additional Information:

This is a 10-month UUP faculty position. For the first 10 working days, beginning Thursday, October 23, 2025, and ending Saturday, November 1, 2025, applications will be limited to UUP Farmingdale.

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS

 Open Until Filled; applications will be reviewed as they are received. SALARY (Master's): $72,500 + $4,000 in downstate location pay = $76,500 TOTAL Total Compensation. SALARY (Doctorate): $75,000 + $4,000 in downstate location pay = $79,000 TOTAL Total Compensation. Salaries may increase commensurate with qualifications and experience.

ANTICIPATED START DATE

Fall 2026 The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans. Click here for New York State FT UUP Benefits Summary Visit our Why Work at FSC page to learn more about FSC and the total rewards we offer. This page describes various services, information and statistics on many different aspects of the College's operations. Farmingdale State College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continue to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of 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 or any other legally protected status.