Phlebotomy Adjunct Instructor

About National Louis University and Accelerate U

National Louis University (NLU), founded in 1886, is a private, non-profit university based in Chicago, IL serving nearly 10,000 students across five colleges. In November 2020, the University launched Accelerate U, a new division at the university offering rapid pathways to high-demand skills, post-secondary degrees, and an upwardly-mobile job and career. The Accelerate U team works with employers and non-profit operators to build affordable academic and training pathways that 1) lead to an industry-recognized credential/certificate, 2) bridge to an in-demand, upwardly-mobile job, 3) include coaching and wraparound supports, and 4) grant participants Pell-eligible college credit that can build to a bachelor’s degree.

In Fall 2025, we’re offering our first Phlebotomy Certification Program that is specifically designed for graduates of Accelerate U’s Medical Assisting Program. It is a 6-week program, consisting of one 2QH course, that is designed to support students in earning their Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

A “Week in the Life” of an Accelerate U Adjunct Faculty Instructor

Our vision is to find experienced instructors who are able to teach while focusing on other responsibilities including working in the field, expanding their skill set, or pursuing their own education.

Timeline:

• The course will run from November 2nd to December 14th, with weekly Saturday lab sessions from 9am - 2:30pm (with a 30 min lunch break). Instructors will be responsible for facilitating the in-person lab as well as grading students’ asynchronous coursework.

• Participate in a 2-3 hour skills lab instructor training session, in person.
• Facilitate six (6), skills lab training sessions for a group of ~10 students.
• Arrive 30 min early and stay 30 min late to support the preparation and clean up of lab sessions.
• Dedicate an additional ~3-5 hrs/week to grading students’ asynchronous course assignments.
• Closely assess student skill level throughout lab sessions and share individualized feedback on areas for improvement.
• Coordinate closely with the Accelerate U team, which may include the inclusion of assistant instructors.
• Promote student success by showing flexibility as well as exhibiting a passion for teaching and engaging students in the learning process.

Required:

• Current/active phlebotomist certification, required
• 5+ years of experience as a phlebotomist in a clinical role and setting, required.
• 1+ years of experience teaching in an educational setting, required
• Highly proficient in phlebotomy clinical skills.
• Excellent facilitation and classroom management skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work with a highly diverse faculty and student body.

NLU Inclusion Statement:

National Louis University is deeply committed to serving its community, advancing access and equity, and ensuring that all individuals are welcomed and valued.  We are dedicated to fostering a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion remain at the core of who we are. These are more than just words to us: they are truly a way of life for the NLU community. We recognize that differences in abilities, age, ethnicity, gender (identity and expression), race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and background bring richness to our work environment. We affirm diverse perspectives, innovative contributions, and authentic presentations of self from every member within the NLU community. We believe inclusion is grounded in the actions we intentionally take each day. Our goal is to inspire and empower NLU employees and community members to cultivate an environment where we collectively focus on uplifting and advancing our institutional culture.

At National Louis University, we offer our employees an innovative environment to work together and inspire the ideas that will make an impact.  Our institution values Adjunct Faculty's role in advancing our teaching mission and preparing our students for successful careers.  Adjunct Faculty have access to training resources for professional development, access to shared governance as a part of our Adjunct Council, retirement plans, educational opportunities, and paid time off.  A more complete list of Adjunct Faculty Benefits can be found here.

Adjunct Faculty are paid by course or assignment each term.  These rates vary by college and number of credit hours for the course/assignment.  While the specific amount will be indicated in an electronic contract that is issued to the Adjunct Faculty member when the course is assigned, an overview of standard rate structure is available below:

2025 Adjunct Faculty Rate Structure