Academic Fellow

Xavier University of Louisiana; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A university in New Orleans is seeking an Academic Fellow for a 12-month postgraduate program aimed at pharmacy professionals interested in academia. The role involves teaching in diverse environments, gaining insights into curriculum design, and obtaining a teaching certificate. Candidates should possess a Pharm.D. and pharmacy licensure in Louisiana. This fellowship emphasizes both teaching and clinical roles in an inclusive setting.

Qualifications

• Must have a Pharm.D. degree and PGY-1 residency training or pharmacy experience in clinical practice settings.
• College of Pharmacy transcript is required.
• Three letters of reference must be provided.
• 3 Letters of reference.
• College of Pharmacy transcript.

Responsibilities

• The fellow will complete experiences in all pillars of academia.
• Training year consists of approximately 60-70% teaching duties and 30-40% clinical practice.
• Develop skills essential for course coordination and provide preceptorship to APPE students.
• Complete the ASHP Teaching Certificate for Pharmacists Program (if not already completed).
• Complete a research project related to the scholarship of teaching, learning, and/or education.
• Present research data at a professional meeting and submit a manuscript to a peer‑reviewed journal prior to the end of the fellowship.
• Maintain a practice site in Ambulatory Care or Internal Medicine for one day a week.
• Coordinate and staff health fairs or community outreach events with Xavier Health and Wellness Center.

Skills

Pharmacy experience in a clinical setting

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Professionalism and leadership skills

Education

Pharm.D. degree

Pharmacy licensure within State of Louisiana

Job description

Academic Fellow Position

Attach online only your CV, transcripts, cover letter and contact information for three references.

Posting Summary

Position Title: Academic Fellow

FLSA: Exempt

Department: Division Of Clinical and Administrative Sciences

Job Summary

Xavier University of Louisiana is accepting applications for the open position of Academic Fellow. The Fellowship in Clinical Pharmacy Education at the Xavier University College of Pharmacy is a 12‑month postgraduate program offered to pharmacy professionals with a strong interest in pursuing a career in academia. The fellow will have the opportunity to train in a culturally diverse environment with practical experience in teaching, scholarship, service, and clinical practice. The academic fellow will work with administrators and faculty to gain teaching experience in a variety of classroom settings, precepting APPE students, and participating in scholarship. The program also includes opportunities to gain insights about curriculum design and program assessment. In the process, the fellow will obtain a teaching certificate. AA/ EOE.

Learning Experiences

• Didactic and Experiential Teaching
• Scholarship
• Service to the University, Profession, and Community
• Clinical Practice
• Experiential Education
• Student Affairs
• Curriculum and Assessment
• Other Elective Opportunities

Minimum Qualifications

• Pharm.D. degree and PGY‑1 residency training or pharmacy experience in clinical practice settings.
• Pharmacy licensure within State of Louisiana.
• Curriculum Vitae & letter of intent.
• 3 Letters of reference.
• College of Pharmacy transcript.

Preferred Qualifications

See minimum qualifications.

Special Requirements Summary

Work Hours: Full‑time

KSA's

• Pharmacy experience in a clinical setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professionalism and leadership skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The fellowship is one year long. During the year, the fellow will complete experiences in all pillars of academia. The training year will consist of approximately 60‑70% teaching‑and academic‑related duties and 30‑40% clinical practice.

Teaching and College Service

• Design, implement, facilitate, and deliver innovative educational content within the Doctor of Pharmacy program.
• Assist or act as the primary instructor in both didactic and experiential courses of the College as assigned by the Division Chair.
• Engage in a long‑term focus within a specialty area of academia (e.g., Assessment, Curriculum, Admissions, Faculty Affairs, etc.).
• Develop skills essential for effective course coordination, provide preceptorship to Advanced Pharmacy Practice students during clinical rotations, and engage in mentorship through student organizations and community service activities.
• Complete the ASHP Teaching Certificate for Pharmacists Program (if not already completed).
• Complete a research project related to the scholarship of teaching, learning, and/or education.
• Present research data at a professional meeting and submit a manuscript to a peer‑reviewed journal prior to the end of the fellowship.

Clinical Practice

• The fellow shall be required to maintain a practice site in either Ambulatory Care or Internal Medicine for one day a week.
• Coordinate and staff health fairs or other community outreach events as scheduled through the Xavier University Health and Wellness Center. This includes supervising pharmacy practice at these events.
• Cultivate pharmacy practice experience and expertise to complement the clinical knowledge required of a faculty member.

Posting Number

S438P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

02/03/2025

Posting Date

01/13/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Attach online only your CV, transcripts, cover letter and contact information for three references.

Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, XULA is Catholic and historically Black. Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. This preparation takes place in a diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates all relevant educational means, including research and community service.

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Other

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