Touro College of Pharmacy / Chair of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences Department
- Employer
- Touro College of Pharmacy
- Location
- New York, United States
- Salary
- Salary Commensurate with experience
- Date posted
- Jan 21, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Education Administration & Leadership, Other Education, Health & Medicine, Other Health & Medicine, Pharmacology
- Employment Level
- Post-Doc
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Department: Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences
Status: Full Time
Reports To: Dean
FLSA: Exempt
Supervises: Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Faculty
JOB SUMMARY:
The Chair is the immediate supervisor and academic leader of the
pharmaceutical and biomedical faculty. The Chair derives
responsibility as delegated by the Dean. The Chair is charged with
the achievement of the College’s mission, goals and objectives at
the department level. As such, the Chair supervises the day‐to‐day
operation of the department and coordinates the long‐term
development of its faculty. The Chair works closely with the
administration in planning and executing the annual budget.
The position requires flexibility, adaptability and creativity.
This person must demonstrate excellent communication skills,
superior organizational and customer service skills, responsive to
directives and a commitment to the mission and development of the
College.
The Chair is the academic and administrative leader for the
department. His/her abilities in this role should be demonstrated
by example wherever possible. The Chairperson should exemplify the
same interest, activity and high standards of teaching, scholarly
activity, research, and service that are expected of faculty.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
The Chair will meet regularly with the leadership team to
accomplish the work of the College. The Chair will work in a
collegial and effective manner with the other Chairs and Deans for
the mission and advancement of the college. The Chair will hold at
least monthly Pharmaceutical & Biomedical Sciences Meetings to
discuss the operational and professional needs of the
department.
The Chair is responsible for the evaluation and improvement of all
teaching of the department, although the specific activities can be
delegated to individual faculty. Faculty Development - The Chair
develops the professional potential of each faculty member of the
department so that those individual and organizational goals can be
achieved. He/she assesses the strengths and weakness of each
faculty member and provides individual assistance in needed areas
of advice and counsel or arranges for assistance as appropriate.
Research - The Chair is responsible for promoting and supporting
research in the department. He/she will represent the research
needs of the basic science faculty to the administration and will
insure that faculty members have protected time for research. The
Chair will keep records of the research productivity of the
department. Evaluation of Faculty Performance - The Chairperson
ensures that regular evaluation of all aspects of faculty
performance is carried out. He/she serves as an immediate source of
recognition and reward for faculty accomplishments and brings these
accomplishments to the attention of peers and other appropriate
individuals or groups in the Institution. Service Activities - The
Chairperson ensures active participation of departmental faculty
including him/herself on COP committees, in admissions interviews
and in other service activities of the COP. The Chair actively
teaches in didactic courses and laboratory sessions, coordinates
courses, and participates in remediation. Perform other assignments
as requested by the dean.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education, Preparation, and Training
Ph.D. or other terminal degree in a pharmaceutical; pharmacology
and/or biomedical field, pharmaceutics preferred
Extensive experience in research and scholarship Track record of
grant funding and research publications.
Skills: Working knowledge of pharmacy school curricula and
familiarity with the ACPE accreditation process, as they relate to
curriculum, assessment and faculty development Knowledge of
research and scholarship in the pharmaceutical and biomedical
sciences Ability to network effectively to form alliances with
local, state, regional and national colleagues
Must be able to multi-task and prioritize work Proficient
communication and interpersonal skills Organizational and
management skills Must be articulate and professional (demonstrated
proficiency in writing, organization and editing)
Physical Demands Extensive Use of Computers Extensive time sitting
and standing Able to lift up to 5 lbs.
Computer Skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including
Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook
Travel As needed
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements
listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
duties.
Employee Statement: I have read the above job description and can
perform its essential functions with or without reasonable
accommodation. If the position requires additional skills or
qualifications that are beyond my capabilities, or if I have any
other questions or concerns, I understand it is my responsibility
to speak with my Supervisor.
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