Careers in Quality

Position:  Assistant/Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical and Graduate Life Sciences
Department:   Pharmaceutical and Graduate Life Sciences
Campus:   Fort Wayne Campus
Target Hire Date: September 2023

Job Responsibilities and Duties:   This position is a 12-month tenure-track pharmacology faculty position.  Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching pharmacology and related topics.  Those individuals with interest in a teacher-scholar model of pharmacy education and research are also desired.

Essential Job Functions:   

These consist of three domains:  teaching, service and scholarship.

Teaching (55-65%) (16.5 – 19.5 load hours)

• Provide quality instruction in didactic courses in pharmacology both inside and outside the classroom.
• Collaborate with other faculty to develop the curriculum and teaching and administrative methods needed for effective delivery of that curriculum. This includes creating, developing and evaluating innovative teaching methods which prepare students for modern pharmacy practice.
• Serve as course coordinator, as assigned.
• Develop and teach elective courses, as appropriate.
• Continuously strive to incorporate and introduce timely topics and cutting-edge concepts in relevant areas.
• Be an exemplary professional role model for pharmacy students and colleagues.

Scholarship (15-25%)

• Lead and participate in the scholarship of discovery, application, integration and teaching in pharmacology services.
• Pursue fundable programs appropriate to the faculty member’s discipline and interests.
• Disseminate the results of scholarly endeavors in appropriate forums, including publications, presentations and teaching.
• Mentor and collaborate with other scholars both inside and outside the institution, as appropriate.

Service (10-20%)

• Serve as a faculty mentor to pharmacy students.
• Participate actively on College and University committees.
• Serve as a faculty advisory to student organizations, if applicable.
• Serve as a mentor to new faculty and staff, as appropriate.
• Contribute meaningfully to departmental and College developmental and planning activities, such as retreats and workshops.
• Participate in local, state and national professional organizations and professional development activities.
• Participate in community service activities, as appropriate, for the faculty’s area of practice or as determined by the College or University.

Secondary job functions:

• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• A commitment to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion among students, faculty, and staff.
• Doctor of Philosophy or terminal degree in pharmaceutical science with a focus on pharmacology.
• Understanding of current pharmacy education and practice.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, faculty, staff, administrators and other stakeholders.
• Effective presentation skills.
• Ability to deliver course content in our basic science courses and integrated pharmacotherapy modules.
• Ability to provide effective feedback.
• Ability to adapt to changing teaching and learning environments and content-delivery methods.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and collaborators.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, meet deadlines and manage time.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Basic computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail, and internet use.
• Commitment to continuous self-improvement and professional development.
• Expertise in more than one area of study or research, e.g., pharmacology, pharmacodynamics, pharmacogenomics.

General Information: Manchester University is an independent, liberal arts university with a campus in North Manchester, Ind., where approximately 1,300 students choose from at least 60 areas of undergraduate study, master's programs, and 21 NCAA Division III varsity sports. Our second campus in Fort Wayne is home to growing health science programs, including athletic training, nursing, nutrition and nutrigenomics, pharmacy, pharmacogenomics, and physical therapy.

Manchester has a distinctive commitment to developing respect for ethnic, cultural, and religious pluralism and international consciousness. Manchester University respects the infinite worth of every individual and graduates persons of ability and conviction who draw upon their education and faith to lead principled, productive, and compassionate lives that improve the human condition. As an institution rooted in the tradition of the Church of the Brethren, Manchester University values learning, faith, service, integrity, diversity, and community.

Work Schedule: Onsite classes are generally scheduled between 8 am and 5 pm.  Some classes, laboratories, events, and/or meetings may be scheduled in the evening or on weekends. 

To Apply:  We seek a candidate with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Apply online via ADP and submit a cover letter, curriculum vita/resume, teaching philosophy, and evidence of effective teaching.  Questions can be emailed to HR@manchester.edu.

Manchester University is an equal-opportunity employer.
Applicants who further diversify our faculty and staff are warmly welcome.