Adjunct Faculty, Pharmacy (Puerto Rico)

Nova Southeastern University; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Nova Southwestern University in Puerto Rico Campus seeks an adjunct faculty member to provide instruction to Pharm.D. and graduate students. The role involves teaching in classroom, laboratory, or online settings and supporting the learning process with available College resources and technologies.

This position is not eligible for continuing contract. The instructor will prepare and deliver courses, assess student performance, and collaborate with faculty coordinators to maintain high

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Pharmacy (PharmD) required.
• Familiarity with teaching in classroom, lab and online formats.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver instruction to Pharm.D. and graduate students.
• Facilitate activities in the classroom or laboratory.
• Act as a liaison between students and the faculty course coordinator.
• Provide and facilitate examinations and assign grades.
• Teach or facilitate classes based on varied schedules.
• Follow the course curriculum as assigned.
• Prepare assignments.
• Evaluate student performance and learning.
• Maintain an active classroom environment conducive to student learning.
• Complete NSU mandatory training (HIPAA, Canvas, etc.).
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chair, Assistant Dean, or course coordinator.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum alignment

Assessment

Student engagement

Communication

Education

PharmD

Tools

Canvas

Job description

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southwestern University!

Nova Southwestern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southwestern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.

We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southwestern University.

Primary Purpose:

Provide instruction to Pharm.D. and Graduate students in the College of Pharmacy at the Puerto Rico Campus. Adjunct faculty provide instruction in the classroom, laboratory, or on-line, and assist students in their learning processby utilizing all appropriate College resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies available to complement the teaching and learning process.

This position is not eligible for continuing contract.

Job Category:

Exempt

Essential Job Functions:

1. Prepare and deliver instruction to Pharm.D. students and/or graduate students.
2. Facilitate activities in the classroom or laboratory.
3. Act as a liaison between the students and the faculty course coordinator.
4. Provide and facilitate examinations. May include assigning grades consistent with course requirements.
5. Teach or facilitate classes based on varied schedules to accommodate diverse student needs and to meet the expectations of the College as assigned by the designated faculty course coordinator.
6. Follow the course curriculum as assigned.
7. Prepare assignments.
8. Evaluate student performance and learning.
9. Maintain an active classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.
10. Adjuncts working in the laboratories may also engage in patient or healthcare professional role play, small group discussions, and skill facilitation.
11. Required to complete NSU mandatory training. For example, HIPAA compliance, technology training, Canvas training, etc.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned by either the Chair, Assistant Dean, or faculty course coordinator.

Required Education:

Doctoral Degree in Pharmacy (PharmD)

Is this a safety sensitive position?

No

Background Screening Required?

No

Sensitivity Disclaimer:

Nova Southwestern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.