Instructor of Surgical Technology

About the role

The Department of Surgical Technology at LSU seeks a dedicated Instructor to deliver classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction. The position supports curriculum delivery across Alexandria, Lafayette, and surrounding areas while fostering student success.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver 50% of workload through didactic, laboratory, and clinical teaching, including remedial plans.
• Develop, implement, and proctor assessments covering program and course learning outcomes (25%).
• Create instructional materials, course outlines, and clinical experiences (15%).
• Provide academic advising, transcript tracking, and student retention support (5%).
• Participate in departmental, divisional, and university committees, with occasional travel to Eunice and Lafayette campuses (5%).

Required profile

• Associate's degree in Surgical Technology from an accredited program.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential.
• At least 2 years recent experience in an operating room first‑scrub role or as a surgical technology instructor.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5 years of combined clinical/instructional experience.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Learning Management System (LMS).
• Experience using Exam Soft for assessments.
• Familiarity with Trajecsys for clinical tracking.

What we offer

• Faculty appointment within a respected university.
• Opportunities for professional development and research.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art surgical labs and clinical sites.