Assist in development of curriculum and instructional material aligned with CAMLPR competency profile for Medical Laboratory Technologists.
Prepare supplementary course materials for teaching labs, including specimens and worksheets/books.
Reinforce lecture material and its application to problems, procedures, and equipment.
Demonstrate and provide practical instruction in a student teaching lab.
Assist in assessment of student evaluations.
Supervise students throughout class activities.
Support research and procurement of educational teaching technology or equipment.
Coordinate and develop a quality assurance program for laboratory equipment (maintenance/repair, quality control materials, and standard operation procedures).
Maintain supply inventory for teaching labs.
Supervise and/or train technical personnel, including service technicians.
Support other program areas as required.
Support delivery of simulation workshops and activities as required.
Perform other administrative duties as required, including student selection, program planning and committee work
Position Title: Assistant Instructor, Medical Laboratory Science
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BCIT’s School of Health Sciences Medical Laboratory Science Program is seeking a temporary, part-time (0.5 FTE) Assistant Instructor to support the delivery the Integrative Studies and Specimen Procurement curriculum.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist the instructor in the development of curriculum and instructional material in accordance with the Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professionals Regulators (CAMLPR) competency profile for Medical Laboratory Technologists. Prepare supplementary course materials for teaching labs, including specimens and worksheets/books Reinforce the instructor’s lecture material and its application to problems, procedures, and equipment Demonstrate and give practical instruction in a student teaching lab Assist in the assessment of student evaluations Supervise students throughout class activities Support the instructor in the research and procurement of educational teaching technology or equipment Coordinate and develop a quality assurance program for laboratory equipment, including maintenance and repair, quality control material, and standard operation procedures. Maintain supply inventory for the teaching labs. Supervise and/or train technical personnel, including service technicians. Support other areas of the program as required. Support the delivery of Simulation workshops and activities as required. Perform other administrative duties as required, including student selection, program planning and committee work.
Education & Credentials Graduation from an accredited Medical Laboratory Science program Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institute preferred OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Current registration with CSMLS or CAMLPR Experience A minimum of 5 years of recent, full-time, or equivalent experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist Possess advanced Medical Laboratory Science and venipuncture theoretical concepts and technical skills Demonstrable teaching, training, or mentoring skills for students, colleagues, or other clients Knowledge and experience with all MS Office Productivity Tools and various meeting platforms Key Competencies Effective English language oral and written communication Build and maintain effective and collaborative networks and relationships with students, colleagues and partners Hold yourself and the MLS program and profession to the highest ethical and professional standards Identify opportunities and barriers related to course/program innovation and approach challenges through a solution-focused perspective Work independently and reliably with limited supervision Lead, inspire, and shape students’ behaviours and actions through a commitment of excellence, passion and enthusiasm for the work Commitment to lifelong learning made possible through professional development opportunities
Benefits – Why you’d love working with us Competitive pay Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position) Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans! Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions Professional Development funds and resources Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge Wellness and Employee Assistance programs Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here! BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact us using our contact form. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted. For additional information, please visit our frequently asked questions (FAQs) page and see how we hire. The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).
$70,227 - $95,937 per annum.
Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.
Faculty Department 2 Laboratory & Allied Health Campus Location Burnaby campus Bargaining Unit BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA) Job Status Temporary Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Start Date 08/24/2026 Anticipated End Date 05/28/2027
Competition Number 26FSA070 Competition Open Date 06/17/2026 Competition Close Date 08/13/2026 Open Until Filled? No Quicklink for Posting https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/10464 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
The qualifications section has indicated what is required for this position. Please use the comment box below to indicate which current Canadian healthcare certifications you have that you feel are relevant to the position (ex. CMRT, BCMLS Advanced Certification, Nursing, Nurse Educator certification, simulation educator certification, etc.) Please indicate all relevant certifications in the comment box below. (Open Ended Question)
How many years of experience do you have in this type of position? 0-1 1-2 3-5 6-9 10+
All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation: I currently reside in the Lower Mainland I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate
Where a successful applicant places within the salary range is dependent on education, experience, and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range? Yes No
This position is temporary with an anticipated end date. At the time of posting, there is no guarantee of extension past the anticipated end date. I acknowledge that there is no guarantee of extension past the anticipated end date of this temporary position. Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents
Graduation from an accredited Medical Laboratory Science program.
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institute preferred (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
Current registration with CSMLS or CAMLPR.
Minimum 5 years of recent, full-time (or equivalent) experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist.
Advanced Medical Laboratory Science and venipuncture theoretical concepts and technical skills.
Demonstrable teaching, training, or mentoring skills.
Knowledge and experience with MS Office productivity tools and various meeting platforms.
Effective English oral and written communication.
Ability to work independently and reliably with limited supervision.
Commitment to professional and ethical standards and lifelong learning
Market context
In British Columbia, Assistant Instructor roles in Medical Laboratory Science tend to draw candidates with current CSMLS or CAMLPR registration and recent lab experience, so the pool is often qualified and competitive. This posting is strengthened by a salary range of CAD 70,227–95,937 and benefits such as vacation, extended health and dental coverage, and a defined benefit pension plan. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original job description, then confirm your registration status and teaching-related experience before applying.