Visiting Assistant Professor of Pharmacology

Position Details

Posting Summary

Position Title
Visiting Assistant Professor of Pharmacology

Status
Non-Tenure Track

Overview

St. John Fisher University is an independent, liberal arts institution that provides a transformative education to approximately 3,800 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students each year. Across its five Schools, Fisher offers nearly 40 majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, education, and nursing; 11 pre-professional programs; and master's and doctoral programs in business, nursing, education, pharmacy, and public health.

The University's residential campus boasts a robust living and learning community and a successful intercollegiate athletics program. Fisher is a community where all are welcome, regardless of religious or cultural background.

The University continues to honor its founders, the Congregation of St. Basil, by embracing their motto, "Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge." We are located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres-a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community.

Job Responsibilities

Core responsibilities of this position include:

• Collaboratively develop and enhance pharmaceutical sciences education in the Doctor of Pharmacy program.
• Create and deliver course material and/or coordinate team-instructed courses in the campus and online pathways.
• Provide didactic instruction in assigned courses within Pharmacology sequence (Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, etc.) following course syllabi.
• Contribute to student orientation and immersion components of Online Pathway instruction.
• Engage in innovative teaching methods, including lectures, asynchronous content delivery, demonstrations, and student engagement activities.
• Participate in scholarly activities, including research, publication, and presentations relevant to pharmacology or pharmaceutical sciences.
• Work collaboratively and productively with colleagues in co-instructed courses and scholarly endeavors.
• Contribute and participate in service in the department, school, university, and the discipline/profession.
• Mentor students in their academic and professional development, including co-curricular activities.
• Participate in the assessment of student learning course outcomes, program learning outcomes, global learning outcomes, and co-curricular learning outcomes.
• Participate in the interviewing of student and faculty applicants.
• Expected workload distribution (Teaching: 60 - 70%, Service: 20%, Scholarship: 10 - 20%)

Education / Experience

Qualified applicants will hold a Ph.D. in Pharmacology or a related discipline. Previous academic experience, especially in a professional pharmacy program, is highly desirable. Successful candidates will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and a strong desire to contribute to the growth and development of the school through teaching, scholarship, and service in an innovative, thoughtful, and enthusiastic manner.

Competencies / Skills

• Teaching Excellence:
  Proven ability to deliver effective instruction in pharmacology, utilizing innovative and engaging teaching methods in both campus and online settings.
• Research and Scholarship:
  Demonstrated potential or track record of scholarly contributions, with a commitment to advancing research in pharmacology and securing internal/external funding.
• Student Mentorship:
  Strong commitment to mentoring and supporting the academic, professional, and research development of students.
• Technological Proficiency:
  Skilled in using educational technologies, learning management systems, and online instructional design tools.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration with students, colleagues, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Diversity and Inclusion:
  Demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive environment that supports a diverse student and faculty population.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting and Standing: Extended periods of sitting during lectures, meetings, and office hours; occasional standing while teaching or presenting.
• Walking: Moving between classrooms, offices, and campus facilities.
• Speaking and Hearing: Clear verbal communication for lectures and discussions; ability to hear student questions and engage in dialogue.
• Visual Acuity: Reading printed and digital materials, grading papers, and preparing presentations.
• Manual Dexterity: Typing on a computer, handling books, and using teaching tools or lab equipment (if applicable).

Supervision of Employees

Supervision of student tutors/work-study students.

Work Environment

St. John Fisher University is a liberal arts-based institution located just…