Assistant/Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Non-Tenure Track - Phoenix | Creighton University

Creighton University, a Catholic and Jesuit institution, is actively seeking applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), non-tenure track faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor in our Doctor of Pharmacy program in Phoenix, Arizona. You will join a team of professionals committed to innovation and excellence in education, scholarship, pharmacy practice and service within the Jesuit tradition. Creighton seeks a quality educator who is excited about competency-based education, evidence-based pharmacy practice, willingness to collaborate and demonstrate effective teamwork, and embraces the Jesuit values.

Teaching & Educational Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will perform core faculty responsibilities that include teaching, service and scholarship. The anticipated breakdown in effort will be 70% teaching and 20% service, and 10% scholarship. It is expected that they will teach courses in the Doctor of Pharmacy Program in the skills lab and in areas of department need that align with experience/expertise, as agreed upon with the Pharmacy Practice Department Chair. Our priority for this position is a faculty member with expertise in the following areas:

·         Development, and delivery of the Dispensing and Patient Care laboratory course series and coordination of the course to ensure accreditation required parity between Omaha, Distance and Phoenix pathways.

·         Secondary teaching will be in Pharmacy Practice Department didactic courses.  

·         Potential for teaching in other courses in the Physical Therapy Curriculum.

·         Interviewer for admissions, student advising, committee responsibilities.

·         Scholarship activity appropriate with rank and the Faculty Handbook. 

Service/Clinical Practice Responsibilities: Refer to the appropriate rank within the Faculty Handbook.  Clinical practice hours at the St. Vincent DePaul Clinic and clinical practice hours needed to maintain specialty certification are supported as negotiated with the Pharmacy Practice Department Chair.

Scholarship Responsibilities: Refer to the appropriate rank within the Faculty Handbook.  Faculty are expected to maintain scholarly activity. 

Qualifications

Preference will be given to individuals with:

·         Doctor of Pharmacy Degree (PharmD)

·         Eligible for pharmacist licensure in Arizona

·         Post-graduate Year 1 (PGY-1) Residency or equivalent experience

The successful candidate must also possess effective communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. 

Academic rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Instructions

Expressions of interest and all applications will be treated with strict confidence. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Application materials are to be submitted electronically and should include:Cover letter

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• 1 page teaching statement
• Contact information of four references

Once you have applied, please send a brief email to Dr. Kelli Coover, Department Chair, @ kellicoover@creighton.edu.   If you would like more information or have questions regarding the faculty position, please contact Dr. Coover directly.

â?¢ Candidates are strongly urged to familiarize themselves with:

·       The Creighton University Faculty Handbook

·       The Creighton University Mission and founding principles

·      The Pharmacy Programs (Omaha, Distance, Phoenix) â??One Creightonâ? mission and philosophy

â?¢ For information regarding Creighton University Benefits, please see the Creighton University Benefit Guide

Creighton University is a leading Jesuit education institution at the intersection of health and humanity. Founded in 1878, Creighton enrolls more than 8,000 students and is one of the 28 Jesuit colleges and universities in the U.S. Creighton is a world-class academic institution recognized for excellence in teaching, learning and research, and enriched by a centuries-long tradition of Jesuit, Catholic education with a low 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio, Creighton offers a close-knit, small-school feel with big-school opportunities and spirit. With over 140 academic paths spanning the arts, sciences, law, business and multiple health sciences fields, Creighton offers something for everyone. At Creighton, the classroom is just the beginning. From research to internships to service-based learning, our students do more. 

Phoenix, Arizona offers the perfect blend of cosmopolitan sophistication and suburban relaxation.  The city is the corporate headquarters of 10 Fortune 500 companies and boasts a thriving economy with a population of 1.65 million.   Phoenix offers many attractions within a couple hours making it easy to explore its desert landscape, thriving food scene, entertainment districts, sporting events, museums, resorts and luxury golf courses.  Phoenix Sky Harbor International airport is located within 15 minutes from the Creighton University Phoenix Campus. Phoenix boasts world-class health care and excellent public and private education programs throughout the city.   Weâ??re on the â??Bestâ? lists for diverse communities, sunny weather, livability and opportunity.