Clinical Assistant, Clinical Associate, or Clinical Professor (Pharmacy Practice)
University, MS, US, 38677
Note for Current UM Employees
Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu
Position Description
The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy invites applications for a 12-month, Non-tenure track position at the rank of Clinical Assistant, Clinical Associate Professor, or Clinical Professor. Rank will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The position is based in Oxford, Mississippi, on the University of Mississippi Campus. Academic responsibilities include teaching in the Skills Laboratory experiences, integrated and modularized PharmD curriculum, training of pharmacy students on practice experiences (IPPE and APPE). The candidate will also be instrumental to the success of the School of Pharmacy Oxford based PGY-1 Community Pharmacy Residency. The candidate will maintain a practice site located at the Pharmacy Health Services located on the main campus of the University of Mississippi. Practice expectations include working in the pharmacy in addition to collaborating with the Director of the University Pharmacy Health Services and Department Chair to seek out and develop expansion opportunities for community pharmacy services offered to the greater University community. In scholarship, the candidate will be expected to publish scholarly works in peer-reviewed journals and teach and mentor students and residents in research experiences. In service or citizenship, the candidate will be required to serve the department, the school, and University according to needs and interests. Participation and leadership in professional and scientific organizations is encouraged.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE- accredited School/College of Pharmacy, with residency and or fellowship training or commensurate pharmacy practice experience required, and be licensed, or eligible for licensure, as a pharmacist by the State of Mississippi. The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to teaching, service, scholarship, and competence as a clinician. Board certification and teaching experience is encouraged.
Position Details
Appointment:12 Month
Assignment Type: Non-Tenure Track
Application Procedures
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or a sufficient pool of qualified candidates is identified. Late or incomplete applications will be reviewed only in accordance with internal policies.
Applications must include:
1) letter of interest (including teaching interest, scholarly interest, and professional goals).
2) curriculum vitae (Including information on residency/fellowship training and board certification, if applicable).
3) the names and addresses of 3 references.
Applications must be submitted through the University of Mississippi online employment site at https://careers.olemiss.edu.
Additional information about the School of Pharmacy and the Department of Pharmacy Practice may be accessed at http://pharmacy.olemiss.edu.
Questions may be directed to Dr. Adam Pate, Chair of the Department of Pharmacy Practice (anpate@olemiss.edu) or Dr. Laurie Fleming (lwfleming@umc.edu), Chair of the Search Committee.
Interview Requirements:
Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
About the University of MS & Oxford, MS
Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.
Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.
Background Check Statement
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
EEO Statement
Nearest Major Market: Oxford Mississippi