Chairperson & Assoc​/Full Professor

Position Overview

The University of Kansas School of Pharmacy is seeking an individual to lead the Department of Pharmacy Practice to support the instruction, research, and clinical mission across multiple campus locations (Lawrence, Kansas City and Wichita), while continuing and enhancing the reputation and quality of the program to those served. The Chairperson will provide the opportunity to remain engaged in teaching, research, scholarship, and service to further academic interests.

This is a full-time, 12-month, tenured faculty position based in Lawrence, Kansas. This position serves at the pleasure of and reports directly to the Dean of Pharmacy. Rank determinations are based upon qualifications, professional performance, research, and service experience sufficient to qualify for the appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. For additional details, see School of pharmacy, Promotion and Tenure for Tenure Track Faculty.

KU's excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other's success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued.

When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.

• Effective execution of University policies at the Departmental level.
• Leadership and oversight in all Departmental activities including faculty recruitment, retention, and development.
• Adjudication of personnel matters and service as the administrative representative for grievance procedures for the Department.
• Oversight and enhancement of all Departmental resources across multiple campuses.
  • Supervision and annual evaluation of faculty across multiple campuses in the areas of teaching, research, clinical practice, and service.
  • Supervision and annual evaluation of support staff.
  • Appointment of adjunct faculty
• Review and modify, in collaboration with the faculty, the strategic plan for the Department in the areas of teaching, research, clinical practice, and service.
• Development and support of appropriate resources and faculty sites for School and Graduate programs through frequent and effective communication with the Dean of the School of Pharmacy and other deans and administrators.
• Development and enhancement of research, clinical, and educational relationships between the Department and its allied units within the University as well as appropriate public, private, or government institutions and agencies.
• Preparation and submission of the annual Departmental budget in collaboration with the Department of Pharmacy Practice Office Manager.
• Management of all Departmental funds in accordance with School and University budgetary guidance.
• Initiate annual fundraising efforts to support Departmental needs.
• Attendance and completion of University required trainings.
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean of Pharmacy

The teaching responsibilities are required and will be determined based on department needs. Normal teaching responsibilities are no more than the equivalent of 2 credit hours of instruction each academic year. Responsibilities may include coordination and instruction of didactic courses in the School of Pharmacy curriculum for the professional Pharm.

D. program. It is an expectation to hold regular office hours and to advise and mentor professional degree‑seeking students.

Faculty within the Department of Pharmacy Practice are expected to conduct research and scholarship on an ongoing basis. Individually, persons are expected to define their research focus, seek internal/external funding and develop and maintain an active research program. Because of the unique nature of Pharmacy Practice, collaboration is essential both within the department and with other…