Open Rank Assistant/Associate/Professor

Job Description Summary

The primary responsibility of this position is the scholarly teaching focused on medicinal chemistry: including topics on organic chemistry, biochemistry, computational chemistry, chemical biology, pharmacology, molecular biology, physical chemistry, pharmacogenetics, pharmaceutical sciences, and related content within the Pharm.D. curriculum. The faculty member will provide instruction in team-taught courses that provide foundational knowledge as well as teaching in the therapeutic modules to upper-level students. Additionally, the faculty member will also be involved in student advising for students in the professional program and serve as a liaison between the clinical and basic science departments to help maintain our interdisciplinary, team-taught curriculum.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001154 Drug Discovery & Biomedical Science

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Principle Responsibilities:
•    Provide instruction in the Pharm.D. curriculum. This may include team-taught courses as well as courses primarily provided by the individual. 
•    Develop and maintain a highly dynamic and inclusive student learning environment.
•    Engage in research or scholarly activities, while involving Doctor of Pharmacy students. 
•    Advise and mentor pharmacy students and student projects. 
•    Contribute to the service needs of the College of Pharmacy including but not limited to participating on department, college, and university-wide committees. 
•    Represent the Department on committees relevant to the Pharm.D. curriculum. 
 

Education Requirements:

•    Ph.D. in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology organic chemistry, chemical biology, biochemistry or related discipline.

Preferred Experience & Additional Skills: 

•    Experience in instruction/teaching is desired. Applicant should be familiar with delivery content in multiple styles (e.g. active learning, self-directed learning) in varying contexts.
 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Experience in teaching in a Pharm.D. or pharmaceutical sciences program.  

The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep commitment to effective instruction at the professional Pharm.D. level, and potentially the graduate level; developing innovative courses and instruction methods; and mentoring students in research, outreach, and professional development.  The successful candidate will also work to broaden participation among underrepresented groups and show a commitment to diversity in the learning experience through teaching and public engagement. They will integrate multicultural experiences into instructional methods and provide leadership in developing pedagogical techniques that cater to diverse learning styles and intellectual interests
 

Application Requirements:
•    Cover Letter: A letter of application that outlines the candidate’s teaching philosophy, research interests, and career goals.
•    Curriculum Vitae: A detailed CV that includes educational background, research experience, publications, and teaching experience.
•    Scholarly activities /Research Statement: A statement of current and future scholarly activities /research plans.
•    Teaching Statement: A statement of teaching philosophy and experience.
•    References: Contact information for three professional references who can speak to the candidate’s qualifications for the position.
 

Physical Requirements:

(Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent)

Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

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