Assistant Instructor / Instructor (UAE Nationals)

Ajman University

United Arab Emirates

On-site

AED 140,000 - 210,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A higher education institution in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a faculty member to supervise clinical pharmacy students during their rotations. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing guidance, and coordinating placements at training sites. The ideal candidate must possess a PharmD degree or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy, and have a minimum of two years of hospital pharmacy experience.

Qualifications

A minimum of 2 years hospital pharmacy experience required.
Completion of Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties certification or PGY1 training required.
Previous teaching and supervising experience preferred.
Teaching experience in clinical settings preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise student training during clinical rotations.
Conduct assessments for student performance.
Coordinate student placements at training sites.
Prepare course files per CAA requirements and support college duties as needed.

Skills

Collaboration with healthcare professionals

Designing learning modules

Effective communication

Designing assessments

Multitasking and organization

Education

PharmD degree or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy

Job description

United Arab Emirates

Job Description

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so qualified.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

In this role, the instructor is expected to supervise student training while on clinical rotations in the MSc in Clinical Pharmacy program by conducting visits to training sites in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Abu Dhabi, conduct weekly case discussions and follow up with care planning as an essential outcome in each rotation, and run course assessments as per each course learning outcomes. This candidate will offer individualized support for students during clinical rotations, and will ensure effective coordination and placement of students at training sites according to their study plans. The candidate will also prepare training course files as per the requirement of CAA and contribute to overall College duties as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervision and Visits to Hospitals:
- Conduct regular visits to hospitals to observe students during their clinical rotations.
- Provide guidance and feedback to students on their performance and clinical skills development achieving learning outcomes and satisfaction with clinical training.
- Collaborate with preceptors to ensure students receive comprehensive and diverse clinical experiences.
- Support students who may encounter challenges or difficulties during their clinical rotations.
Design of Tailored Assessments:
- Develop assessments for each rotation tailored to the specific skills and competencies required assuring standardization and consistency.
- Implement a variety of assessment methods, including case presentations, Team-based learning, and objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs).
- Ensure assessments align with program objectives and accreditation standards.
Coordination of Student Placements:
Work closely with the program coordinator to assign students to appropriate training sites based on their study plans and learning objectives.
Communicate with hospitals and preceptors to facilitate student placements and ensure alignment with program requirements.
Address any logistical issues related to student placements and rotations (eg invoice billings and invitation letters for training).

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

A PharmD degree or an MSc in Clinical Pharmacy from a well reputed university is required.
A minimum of 2 years hospital pharmacy experience is required.
Completion of a minimum of one of the Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties certifications and/or PGY1 training is required
Previous experience in teaching and supervising students in clinical settings is preferred.
Advanced use of technology in the education process (delivering sessions via presentations, using e-learning systems, reports) is preferred.
Candidates with strong research output and background experience in the field are preferred.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals and preceptors in a multiple diverse community.
Ability to design learning modules and deliver presentations.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to design authentic assessments in clinical rotations.
Ability to multitask and organize

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a typical office work environment and in various hospitals supervising students training in clinical rotations.
Driver’s license is needed for travel to hospitals.

SUPERVISION:

Reports to: Dean/Coordinator of MSc programs

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