South University School of Pharmacy is seeking applications for a faculty position in the Department of Pharmacy Practice. We are seeing an outstanding candidate to join a faculty team committed to academic excellence, scholarship, service, and student success. We are considering applicants at the assistant or associate professor faculty level of pharmacy practice in the area of Internal Medicine (any specialty area).
The Pharmacy Practice faculty member reports to the Chair of the Department of Pharmacy Practice. They contribute to an innovative curriculum, establish a clinical pharmacy practice for experiential education and patient care, perform scholarly activities, and serve on School/University/Professional committees.
JOB ELEMENTS:
Clinical Teaching: Under the direction of the Department Chair, develop a clinical practice site at an affiliated institution or community pharmacy for the experiential education of SOP
DidacticTeaching: Contribute to the didactic teaching load of the Department, including the development or maintenance of course materials. The amount of teaching will be assigned annually by the Department Chair with consideration given to the faculty member’s clinical
Service: Active service on committees of the School or University, and service as a faculty student advisor, as
Scholarship: Scholarly contributions to the discipline and Scholarship goals are determined in consultation with the Department Chair considering clinical and didactic teaching load. Actively participate in events and activities of the School and University.
D. degree from an ACPE Accredited School of Pharmacy/Institution
Unrestricted license to practice Pharmacy in the State of Georgia, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date
Postgraduate residency and/or fellowship training in a specified therapeutic area or equivalent experience preferred.
Prior teaching and research experience in relevant field preferred
Experience with computerized administrative systems. Must be proficient with the use of standard office applications on personal computers
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build successful relationships with student populations
Outstanding conflict resolution skills
Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills
Computer-based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report writing skills)
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret accreditation criteria, state agency regulations, and academic journals.
Ability to resolve inquiries and complaints from employees, students, regulatory agencies, or members of the academic or Pharmacy Community
The South University Doctor of Pharmacy degree program is designed to provide progressive, quality postgraduate education for the pharmacy profession’s future practitioners. The role of pharmacists in the medical field is changing and evolving to meet the demands of the profession and society. The Pharmacy degree curriculum at South University is structured to produce graduates who can adapt to the profession’s changes while also maintaining high standards of pharmacy practice. The Department of Pharmacy Practice has a need for qualified candidates for Pharmacy Practice faculty positions. We are seeking energetic, team oriented, highly collaborative individuals to join a faculty committed to student success. Preference will be given to those with experience in hospital and ambulatory care. Candidates with backgrounds in other practice areas also are encouraged to apply. We are considering applicants at the assistant or associate professor level. The Pharmacy Practice faculty member is responsible for taking School of Pharmacy (SOP) students on rotation at clinical sites affiliated with the University, including in hospitals, community pharmacies and healthcare provider offices. The... Pharmacy Practice faculty member is also responsible for providing academic instruction that is appropriate to one’s field of expertise as assigned by the Department Chair. Additional responsibilities include participation as an active member of assigned School or university committees, scholarship and research, and service as a faculty advisor to students.