Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.
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Posted: March 30, 2026
Level: Assistant Professor, Program Coordinator
Employment Type: Standard, tenure track position
Hours: Full-time, 10-month (30 credit hours per academic year)
Anticipated Start Date: Fall Semester
Work Location: CT State Housatonic, 900 Lafayette Blvd., Bridgeport, CT 06604
Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote
Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials
by Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
All Teaching Faculty members shall: Prepare and teach college-approved courses in accordance with approved course descriptions and class schedules, including developing syllabi and reading lists and keeping each course taught complete and up to date; respond to and work with multiple constituencies, including students, peers (faculty and staff), and external agencies (business, community, educational, etc.); perform divisional departmental responsibilities in the selection of texts and related teaching resources; and other teaching and related duties as outlined on the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Under the direction of the Dean, Department Chair, or other administrator, the Assistant Professor is responsible for teaching thirty (30) credit hours per academic year and delivering a range of courses within the assigned discipline. Courses may be offered in lecture, hybrid, and/or online formats, and teaching schedules may include both day and evening classes.
Key responsibilities include:
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Teaching courses within the assigned discipline area in accordance with institutional standards
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Evaluating and assessing student learning outcomes
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Providing student support, mentoring, and academic advising
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Developing curriculum and periodically reviewing and updating instructional materials
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Assisting with program reviews and accreditation-related activities
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Planning and executing program-related events
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Attending workshops, trainings, and/or professional conferences to maintain currency in the field
Program Coordinator duties include:
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Recruit, advise, and retain students in designated program areas
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Select appropriate part-time instructors
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Schedule program courses
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Hire and evaluate faculty
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Establish and cultivate partnerships with local organizations and employers
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Arrange and supervise student internships
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Assess, evaluate, and continuously improve the program
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Perform other duties as appropriately assigned to a Program Coordinator, in accordance with contract hours and the collective bargaining agreement
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Utilize release time, as specified in the collective bargaining agreement, to perform required administrative functions
Additional responsibilities include:
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Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
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Service on assigned committees and task forces
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Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational, and professional meetings, which may occur during evenings and weekends
This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications and responsibilities that is stated within the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, (MLS) or Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS). Currently credentialed as a medical laboratory technician (MLT) or medical technology/clinical laboratory scientist/medical laboratory scientist (MLS) by a nationally recognized and accredited agency ((ASCP, AMT, or AAB).
Successful Candidate must have or must possess:
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Five (5) years of practical laboratory experience.
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One (1) year of college teaching experience (24+ credits).
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Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
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Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
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Experience teaching college level allied health courses
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Experience with curriculum development, program assessment and evaluation
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Experience supervising faculty or staff
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Experience using technology to enhance the learning environment, e.g., Blackboard, online instruction or other modalities/software
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Master's Degree in Allied Health or related discipline
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Salary $75,362 approximate annual
CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Generous leave policies
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Multiple retirement plan options
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Comprehensive health insurance choices
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Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
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Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees.
To apply, submit:
The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.
Important Notes:
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Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline will not be considered
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Links to external resume sites are not accepted
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Apply online at: www.ct.edu/hr/jobs
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CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas
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Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States
After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.
The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.
Employment offers are contingent upon:
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Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
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Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks
CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community.
Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.
CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a-80(b) or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups.
For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7075 or [email protected].
CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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