Assistant Professor of Pharmacognosy at United States International University - USIU Africa

Job summary:

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Dean School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Essential to this role is the desire of the successful applicant to primarily focus on educating Bachelor of Pharmacy Students, engaging in research activities, and providing clinical expertise to enhance the overall learning experience and advance the field of pharmacy, as well as contribute to world-class research that improves practice while delivering a service to the university and the community.

Key Responsibilities/Tasks/Duties:

The Assistant Professor in Pharmacognosy will be a key faculty member involved in teaching, and research. The primary focus is on educating pharmacy students, engaging in research activities, and providing expertise to enhance the overall learning experience and advance the field of pharmacy.:

• To promote and preserve the mission of USIU-Africa.
• Participate in developing innovative advanced Pharmacy programs.
• Coordinate courses and prepare educational tools.
• Contribute to the planning and administration of the School of Pharmacy. and Health Sciences
• Organize and provide inter-professional training.
• Serve as advisor/mentor to assigned students.
• Serve on committees as assigned.
• Participate in faculty and professional development opportunities.
• Participate in accreditation and other administrative functions.
• Must be able to take direction and receive assignments from the head of department/Dean.
• Works closely and collaboratively with other Faculty and Staff in and on a variety of shared responsibilities, and ensures good communication with other administrative offices;
• Faculty members will contribute and be responsible for overall student success, including, but not limited to, advising and student outcomes

Qualifications /Educational/Professional/experience)

• A Ph.D. in Pharmacognosy or Registered for a PhD in Pharmacognosy or equivalent degree in a recognized university.
• Master of Pharmacy / Science in Pharmacognosy
• Bachelor of Pharmacy from an accredited institution or equivalent.
• Registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons board.
• Fulfills Commission for University Education requirements for the position.
• Demonstrable ability to engage in independent research, with an established record of scholarly publication and Conference presentations.
• Experience in teaching and supervising pharmacy students at clinical sites
• Demonstrable success in the supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Demonstrable abilities to work effectively as an interdisciplinary and collegial team member, well developed interpersonal skills, and the ability to provide leadership and take the initiative.