Description

The Department of Clinical Sciences in the Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy at High Point University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position. The person in this position will be responsible for teaching PharmD students and providing service to the Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy, University, and the greater High Point community. This will be advanced by clinical practice collaborations maintained by the individual. The estimated effort for this individual at program maturity (i.e., when a full faculty cohort is hired) will be 10% research, 60-70% teaching and 20-30% service. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates should apply by visiting https://www.highpoint.edu/human-resources/ 

For additional information regarding this position, please contact Dr. Julie Cooper, Chair and Associate Professor of Clinical Sciences at jcooper2@highpoint.edu.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

 Education:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an ACPE-accredited school is required
• Pharmacist licensure in North Carolina, or eligibility for licensure is required

Experience and Training:

•        Pharm.D. with a minimum of 1-year post-graduate training (PGY1 residency, fellowship) or equivalent work experience.  
•        Additional post-graduate training (e.g., PGY2 residency, fellowship) and professional certifications (BCPS) are also highly preferred.
•        Preference will be given to individuals with training in one or more of the following areas:  pharmacotherapy, internal medicine, cardiology, emergency medicine, or geriatrics.
•        Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and a commitment to excellence in pharmacy education and research
•        Experience working with students as a faculty mentor or preceptor
•        Experience with applied skills-based education is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

•        Excellent verbal and written communication and computer skills
•        Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others
•        Skill dealing with a diverse group of people
•        Ability to write scholarly documents
•        Ability to work with and teach using electronic medical records

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop, coordinate, and teach content within the Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy integrated curriculum as appointed by the Department Chair.

       Develop and offer an elective course that corresponds with expertise area(s) as needed.

• Provide mentorship and advisement for students in the School of Pharmacy as appointed by the Dean’s Office and Department Chair.
• Establish and maintain and acute care practice site within percent effort designated for practice
• Collaborate in the clinical environment with established pharmacists to enhance services through education, research, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide unique targeted clinical assistance when asked.
• Share teaching responsibilities at clerkship sites upon request.
• Serve as liaison between the School of Pharmacy and the faculty member’s practice site if applicable or other clinical practice collaborations.
• Publish scientific findings in peer-reviewed journals, produce case reports and present research findings at national and international meetings as allowed by the allocated research effort.
• Integrate and enhance collaborations among the clinical sciences and basic sciences in areas of research, education, and service.
• Advance the service missions of the School of Pharmacy and High Point University to meet community needs. Act as a representative and advocate for the department, both within the University and externally.
• Participate in committees within the Department, School of Pharmacy, and University and participate in professional and governmental organizations as appointed by the Department Chair.
• Abide by University and School of Pharmacy policies.
• Undertake other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Department Chair.
• Utilize ExamSoft® or other software to conduct all School of Pharmacy assessments.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

•        Excellence in teaching, research and service

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

(Please check below any of the physical requirements for your job.)

( x ) Seeing                                                                      (  ) Ability to Move Distances Within and           

( x ) Color Perception (Red, Green, Amber)                            and Between Warehouses/Offices

( x ) Hearing/Listening                                                     (  ) Climbing

( x ) Clear Speech                                                            (  ) Ability to Mount and Dismount Forklift/Truck

( x ) Touching                                                                 (  ) Pushing/Pulling

              ( x ) Dexterity                                                   ( x ) Driving (local)               

              ( x ) Hand                                                                        (  ) Driving (over the road)

              ( x ) Finger                                                        ( x ) Standing

(  ) Lifting (25 pounds    )                                                 (  ) Other (specify      )

(  ) Carrying (25 pounds   )                                                (  ) Other (specify      )

Mental/Reasoning Requirements:

(   ) Reading - Simple                          ( x ) Writing- Complex                        ( x ) Analysis/Comprehension

( x ) Reading - Complex                      (  ) Clerical                                         ( x ) Judgment/Decision Making

(   ) Writing - Simple                           ( x ) Basic Math Skills

Work Environment:

(  ) Shift Work                                    (  ) Outside                                         (  ) Pressurized Equipment

(  ) Works Alone                                 (  ) Extreme Heat                                (  ) Moving Objects

( x ) Works with Others                       (  ) Extreme Cold                                (  ) High Places

( x ) Verbal Contact w/Others (  ) Noise                              ( x ) Fumes/Odors

( x ) Face-to-Face Contact                   ( x ) Mechanical Equipment  (  ) Hazardous Materials

( x ) Inside                                          (  ) Electrical Equipment                     (  ) Dirt Dust