Pharmacy Practice, Assistant/Associate Professor

About University of Saint Joseph:

The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, provides a rigorous liberal arts and professional education for a diverse student population in an inclusive environment that encourages strong ethical values, personal integrity, and a sense of responsibility to the needs of society.

The University has been recognized as a top national university in Connecticut by U.S. News & World Report's Best College Rankings including being the #1 Connecticut University in "Top Performers on Social Mobility," #2 Connecticut University in "Best Value Schools," and #3 Connecticut University in "Best National Universities."

Ideally situated midway between Boston and New York City, the beautiful 84-acre Olmsted-designed campus is one mile from West Hartford's thriving downtown, and provides an array of cultural events, occasions for spiritual development, and fitness and recreational options. The University also has an active presence outside our campus, reaching into the surrounding community through internships, community service projects, new program and partnerships.

At University of Saint Joseph, our mission statement profoundly resonates with our faculty and staff and serves as the foundation upon which our employment policy is built. We seek to attract, develop and retain individuals who are committed to our mission. We are committed to providing an environment where diverse talents, perspectives, experiences and contributions are recognized, and one that promotes the "growth of the whole person" with resources that enable employees to meet professional and personal life needs.

The University of Saint Joseph School of Pharmacy's Doctor of Pharmacy Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education, 135 South LaSalle Street, Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60503, 312.664.3575; FAX 312.664.4652, web site www.acpe-accredit.org.

Job Description:

The University of Saint Joseph School of Pharmacy and Physician Assistant Studies, Department of Pharmacy Practice & Administration, is accepting applications for a calendar year, non-tenure or tenure track clinical faculty member in the area of adult general/internal medicine. The selected faculty member will engage in teaching, scholarship, and academic service activities while providing clinical pharmacy services in a hospital setting.

The School of Pharmacy and Physician Assistant Studies is located at 229 Trumbull Street in downtown Hartford, in a 53,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility. It features classrooms and laboratories equipped with the latest technology, conducive to optimal learning.

Teaching responsibilities include: the development and delivery of didactic courses in areas of interest and expertise; provision of experiential rotations; training and liaising with site-based learners and preceptors; and contributing to the site-based professional development of healthcare team members. The faculty member is also expected to engage in collaborative scholarly activities in his/her area of expertise. The faculty member will provide leadership and enhance the quality of education and training at the School and University through curricular planning, programmatic assessment, and participation on committees. The faculty member is also expected to contribute to charitable educational activities that improve the health of our community.

Requirements:

Successful candidates will possess a high level of clinical expertise and competency, enthusiasm for teaching, experience with technology-supported teaching, and the interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with learners, faculty, patients, healthcare providers, and the public. Qualified applicants will possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and be eligible for licensure in the State of Connecticut. Post-doctoral residency and/or fellowship training or equivalent experience is required. The search committee will continue to review completed applications until the position is filled.

Additional requirement include:

• Cultural competency to work with diverse student and/or employee population
• Commitment to the mission of the University of Saint Joseph
• Physical ability to perform essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation

Additional Information:

The University of Saint Joseph is building a culturally diverse faculty & staff and strongly encourages applications from women and people of color.

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Application Instructions:

Persons interested in the above position should apply online.  Please submit:  

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of interest addressing all qualifications for the position; please include salary requirements
• Statement of teaching philosophy and research interests (two pages maximum)
• Unofficial transcripts
• Three current professional references (contact information only, there is a section on the employment application to include this information)
• ABD candidates, include a letter from thesis advisor stating anticipated date of completion