Assistant/Associate Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences

Albany College of Pharmacy•Albany, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS), a private institution with a 140+ year tradition located in Albany, NY, is seeking applications for a non-tenure track teaching faculty position (Assistant or Associate Professor; rank commensurate with experience) in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, which serves BS, MS, and PharmD programs. We seek candidates with broad expertise in pharmaceutical sciences. Specific disciplines may include medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, pathophysiology, and pharmaceutics. Qualified applicants must have a Ph.D. (or other terminal degree in a relevant discipline) and prior teaching experience. Successful candidates will coordinate with colleagues in teaching existing courses required for students in our PharmD, MS, and BS programs. In addition, candidates will be expected to develop new courses as needed and provide mentorship to students in capstone or thesis experiences. While not a primary focus of the position, opportunities exist to collaborate with current faculty research programs. A commitment to excellence in teaching and student development is essential, as are excellent communication (both verbal/written), interpersonal skills, and organizational skills. Participation in the service missions of the College is also expected. ACPHS offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary. The Albany area is a central hub in upstate New York—the Adirondacks, Boston, Montreal, and New York City are all within 3 hours driving distance. Additional information about ACPHS and the working environment can be found at https://www.acphs.edu . Applications consisting of a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information of three references should submitted at https://employment.acphs.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Requirements

Ph.D. (or other terminal degree) in pharmaceutical sciences disciplines.
Prior academic experience and/or experience in teaching in a Doctor of Pharmacy program.
Excellent communication (both verbal/written), interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
Commitment to excellence in teaching and student development.

Nice To Haves

Prior research experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Teaching and development of courses in our BS, MS, and PharmD programs, as aligned with discipline and expertise.
Service on a broad variety of committees.
Advising and mentoring of students across multiple programs.