Instructor of Pharmacy Technician/Program Director

Arkansas State University – Beebe, a two-year residential community college associated with the Arkansas State University System, invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, promotion eligible, Instructor and Director of Pharmacy Technician Assistant program to begin March 2022.

The successful candidate will possess a thorough knowledge of the discipline and teach a variety of Pharmacy Technician (PHT) courses listed here.  The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining ASHP Accreditation.

The individual hired will:

• Teach credit & non-credit Face to Face, Hybrid, Online, Zoom, and Zoom Hybrid course offerings as needed.  Evening and Weekend courses may be appropriate. 
• Teach our satellite locations as needed.
• Recruit and admit students to have an annual program enrollment of at least 25 students.
• Promote Prior Learning Assessment (PLA).
• Participate in all registration and open registration events.
• Advise all PHT students and students across other Math & Science disciplines.
• Serve as ASHP Accreditation liaison ensuring the program meets all ASHP Accreditation requirements.
• Establish PHT internship partnerships with local, regional, and institutional organizations.
• Establish a Pharmacy Technician Program Advisory Council and meet at least twice an academic year.
• Assist with career services and job placement.
• Manage and establish the Pharm Tech budget.
• Participate in course and program assessment.
• Serve on institutional committees. 

The ideal candidate will possess a strong desire for teaching and community engagement rather than research and publishing.    Required Education and/or Experience: Associates degree in Pharmacy Technician. Three years experience as a licensed Pharm Tech. One to three years experience teaching. An ability to inspire, motivate, and empower students to succeed. Strong computer and technology skills.