Assistant Dean of Pharmacy Faculty Affairs and Faculty Member (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor), School of Pharmacy

Job Posting Title:

Assistant Dean of Pharmacy Faculty Affairs and Faculty Member (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor), School of Pharmacy

Job Description:

Position Overview:

The Assistant Dean of Pharmacy Faculty Affairs will lead efforts to advance the school’s tradition of innovation in teaching, learning, research, scholarship, and patient- and client-centered care. The Assistant Dean will provide academic and administrative leadership for faculty in the PharmD program, including those in the foundational sciences; clinical sciences; and social, behavioral, and administrative sciences. Reporting directly to the Dean, the Assistant Dean will be responsible for faculty oversight, programmatic leadership, faculty assignments within the curriculum, and accreditation support. This position offers an outstanding opportunity for a highly collaborative, forward-thinking, and enthusiastic leader to inspire a close-knit community of faculty, staff, and students and guide the PharmD program in its continued pursuit of excellence in education and the development of creative and effective leaders dedicated to ethical conduct, interprofessional collaboration, and service to others. Faculty rank will be commensurate with the candidate’s education, training, and experience.

Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) was founded in 1997 as the first higher education institution in the United States dedicated exclusively to education and research related to the applied life sciences. KGI offers innovative postgraduate degrees and certificates that integrate life and health sciences, business, pharmacy, engineering, and genetics, focusing on industry projects, hands-on industry experiences, and team collaborations. KGI employs an entrepreneurial approach and industry connections that allow students to become leaders in healthcare and the applied life sciences.

Located in beautiful Claremont, California, KGI is a member of the Claremont Colleges, a consortium of five undergraduate liberal arts colleges, two graduate institutions, and The Claremont Colleges Services, which provides shared institutional support services. Each nationally recognized college has its own campus, students and faculty, and distinctive mission, and each offers top-notch curricula, small classes, distinguished professors, and personalized instruction. The Claremont Colleges consistently place at the top of national college rankings, including Forbes, Money and U.S. News and World Report, and the Princeton Review.

Education and Experience:

The candidate must possess a doctorate (PharmD and/or PhD), training in pharmacy or a related field, and experience in curricular and programmatic administration within pharmacy education. The ideal candidate should hold a California pharmacist license, have clinical training, and possess at least five years of experience in a school of pharmacy. The successful candidate will demonstrate proven leadership ability; a strong record of excellence in teaching, service, and scholarship; and the capacity to advance and support the School’s educational, service, research, and clinical missions.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Individuals must possess knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential function of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions may be performed, with or without, reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Reporting to the Dean, and with responsibilities comparable to those of a Department Chair, the Assistant Dean of Pharmacy Faculty Affairs provides leadership for all aspects of PharmD faculty affairs.

• Coordinates shared faculty responsibilities, including academic personnel reviews, teaching assignments, workload. In conjunction with the Assistant Dean of Experiential Education, coordinates the site placement of clinical faculty.
• Leads the recruitment, retention, supervision, and evaluation of PharmD program faculty, including conducting regular performance reviews and providing constructive feedback.
• Develops and oversees the faculty mentoring and professional development programs, fostering a collegial culture of excellence.
• Coordinates peer-evaluation of teaching and student evaluation of faculty.
• Oversees the faculty advising program for students, including advisor assignments and support.
• Oversees faculty service, including committee membership, leadership appointments, and the assignment of faculty advisors to student clubs and organizations.
• Supports and participates in accreditation activities, as required, in collaboration with the other Associate and Assistant Deans and the Dean of the School.
• Collaborates with the other Associate and Assistant Deans and the Dean of the School to ensure the quality of curricular offerings, promote student success, and foster a culture of assessment and innovation.
• Partners with the Assistant Dean of Assessment and Pharmacy Education on matters related to student progression.
• Supports the School’s PharmD admissions activities, such as recruitment events and candidate interviews.
• Provides collaborative leadership in fostering a collegial environment.
• In partnership with the Dean, Assistant Dean of Assessment and Pharmacy Education, and the Assistant Dean of Experiential Education, ensures that syllabi syllabi for didactic and experiential courses are developed and maintained.
• Maintains and strengthens partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to expand practice and research opportunities and to secure external funding.
• Teaches and provides service as appropriate to the faculty appointment and areas of expertise.
• Conducts scholarship that advances the theory and practice of pharmacy, pharmacy education, and faculty and personnel development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Dean.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Individuals must possess knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential function of the positions or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions may be performed, with or without reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and to respond promptly to inquiries and emerging issues.
• Excellent time management skills and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team of highly motivated and experienced individuals.
• Honesty, integrity, and commitment to maintaining high professional standards.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities while reliably following through and delivering work on time.
• Proven ability to build consensus and hold faculty accountable, including delivering candid feedback on performance and navigating difficult conversations with tact and professionalism.
• Innovative, entrepreneurial, and a strategic thinker.

Hours, Classification, and Status:

This is a Faculty, full-time, benefits-eligible, exempt position. Typical working hours are between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.; however, teaching schedules will vary based on course assignments and the operational needs of the department or Institute.

Salary range: $117,000.00 to $205,920.00 annualized. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. Placement within the range is also contingent upon the academic rank of appointment, based on years of faculty experience, with the upper end of the range reserved for those appointed at the full professor rank.

KGI offers a comprehensive compensation and benefit package. To learn more, visit https://services.claremont.edu/benefits-administration/

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Ability to maintain good concentration level while dealing with interruptions; attention to details with emphasis on accuracy; capable of giving, receiving, and analyzing information, formulating work plans, and articulating goals and action plans. Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time. Standing for extended periods of time. Reaching and extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction. Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than the whole hand(s), or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard. Communication skills using the spoken word. Ability to see within normal parameters. Ability to hear within normal parameters. Ability to bend and stoop, for example, to file. Ability to move about. Ability to lift and carry short distances up to 20 lbs., for example to lift or move office supplies, files, books and packages.

Ability to travel locally as needed to meet business requirements, which may include driving or other modes of transportation. Occasionally, will be required to stand for prolonged periods of time at activities/events on and off-campus.

To Apply:

• A confidential review of applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please submit the following:
• A cover letter detailing your professional experience and qualifications
• A comprehensive curriculum vitae outlining academic and professional achievements
• Contact information for three professional references, including name, title, relationship to the applicant, email address, and direct phone number
• A statement of teaching philosophy
• A statement of research philosophy
• Preliminary budgetary requirements for research start-up, if applicable

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:

Keck Graduate Institute is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all terms and conditions of employment.

Employment Eligibility:

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship. No visa sponsorship is available from Keck Graduate Institute.

KGI is a participating employer in E-Verify and uses the system to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees as required by federal law. For more information about E-Verify, please visit www.e-verify.gov.