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University of Minnesota - 15th Ave Lecturer-PCLC, College of Pharmacy, Duluth Campus in Duluth, Minnesota
Apply for Job Job ID361987 LocationDuluth Job FamilyEducation-General Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9753 Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job Summary of Position: The University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy offers a professional program culminating in the Doctor of Pharmacy degree. The program is delivered on the Duluth and Twin Cities Campuses. This Lecturer position is located on the Duluth campus of the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy. The individual serves as an in-person instructor for the Pharmaceutical Care Skills Lab course sequence in Duluth during both Fall and Spring semesters and the PSD (Professional Skills Development) lead to WTL (Whole Task Learning). This position will have a department home, to be determined jointly by the individual and the Department. This position is a two-year term-limited appointment. Any potential renewals will be based solely on the needs of the College and availability of funding. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 90% Teaching Serve as a course director and/or instructor for assigned courses in the Pharmaceutical Care Learning Center (PCLC) course sequence. This lab course sequence is responsible for teaching skills in extemporaneous compounding, sterile compounding, and clinical skills. Serve as an instructor in other College of Pharmacy courses, such as Whole Task Learning. These responsibilities include, but may not be limited to: * Preparation for and delivery of courses o Implement previously set syllabi, schedule, grading policy, and other course materials in coordination with other PCLC instructors on both TC and Duluth campuses and in accordance with PCLC course standards, mission, and vision. o Work closely with and regularly communicate with PCLC instructors for courses assigned o Collaborate with other College of Pharmacy instructors to develop and lead sessions as scheduled for the course(s), integrating with other courses o Review, update, and implement previously developed course activities (including managing the course website) and teaching assistant (TA) guides in coordination with other instructors o Work with, coordinate, and assist with training for MSimulation events with simulated patients o Manage assessment rubrics for course activities in an electronic system in coordination with other instructors o Work with appropriate faculty and staff to inventory, maintain, and set up supplies necessary for course delivery o Submit final grades * Student support during courses o Hold office hours or appointments for students (or open office door policy) o Respond to student questions via email or in-person o Coordinate makeup lab sessions and assist with navigating and supporting student absences in the PSD course o Train and mentor students for their professional development and growth * TA support during courses o Train and mentor TAs for their direct teaching roles in the course. TAs may include: PharmD students, graduate students, and pharmacy residents o Facilitate and supervise teaching assistants' instruction in the course o Monitor teaching assistants' provision of feedback o Review and ensure consistency in the grading of assignments by TAs o Review re-grade requests * Support students who meet requirements for remediation of PCLC courses, including plans outlined by the Academic Standing Committee o Create remediation plans with students o Coordinate TA support necessary for student remediation o Create and update remediation materials for students * WTL/TBL support as a regular, engaged point of contact for the students, particularly for P1 cohort * Serve as PSD P1 lead for 1 semester, supporting the dual campus model (with TC partner who will lead the other PSD P1 semester) * Back-up support for other PSD instructors in the event of illness, conferences, or other course needs (i.e., immunization lab, practical assessments, etc.) * Assist, develop, and implement cont nuous quality improvement initiatives in conjunction with the greater PCLC/PSD team 10% Service Provide service to the College of Pharmacy and University. This includes, but may not be limited to: * Attend weekly instructor meetings (e.g., PSD, WTL, PCLC) * Provide input into policy and procedure development * Provide input into applied learning and performance assessment initiatives * Work with other instructors to help precept APPE students on an Introduction to Academia rotation as appropriate for assigned courses * Actively engage with the Student Support Panel both at meetings and between within the P1 year and providing insight specifically regarding Duluth student performance in PSD * Be involved in student coaching Note: Depending on renewal and teaching responsibilities, there is the possibility of clinical practice addition to this position. Work arrangements: This role is offered as a hybrid position (some combination of onsite and remote) where you are required to be onsite at our Minneapolis/Duluth, MN-based campus on a regular basis. Specific schedule will be determined between you and your supervisor. Working Conditions: Lab environment / no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands. Supervision: Professional and Graduate Teaching Assistants * The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Qualifications Required Qualifications: * Doctor of Pharmacy degree * License or the ability to obtain a license to practice pharmacy in the state of Minnesota * Strong pharmacy practice background, including knowledge of the philosophy and practice of pharmaceutical care * Ability to support others' growth, navigate difficult conversations, and provide appropriate coaching and referral to resources * Previous teaching experience (e.g. Precepting students, developing teaching materials, delivering lectures/topic discussion, etc.) Preferred Qualifications: * Residency training or equivalent experience * Board certification * Experience in more than one healthcare setting * Knowledge of computer technology in support of teaching * Demonstrated commitment to the profession and to high-quality patient care * Experience with student coaching and success About the Department The University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy is nationally recognized for excellence in preparing pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists, occupational therapists, and medical laboratory scientists to tackle society's toughest problems in Minnesota and across the globe. The College of Pharmacy offers degrees in the programs of pharmacy (PharmD, MS, PhD), occupational therapy (OTD), and medical laboratory sciences (BS, Certificate, MMLS, MS-BLS). The pharmacy program is offered on the Twin Cities and Duluth campuses. The occupational therapy program is offered on the Twin Cities and Rochester campuses. The medical laboratory sciences program is offered on the Twin Cities campus. Interactive technology is used to keep all campuses connected. The Professional Education Division supports the College of Pharmacy's teaching and learning mission through the coordination of our... For full info follow application link. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. 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