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A.T. Still University’s School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA) invites applications for the position of a full-time, exempt Assistant/Associate Professor of Pharmacology at the Mesa, Arizona campus. Faculty members in the Department of Biomedical Science contribute to the mission of ATSU-SOMA and education of medical students through support of student directed learning of basic and clinical sciences through extensive use of clinical cases in a small group setting.

The following is a list of academic responsibilities that may be required as a full-time member of the Department of Biomedical Science:

Serve as content expert in area of expertiseFacilitate small group learningWork collaboratively with other faculty to create and develop cases for case-based learning sessionsPrepare educational tools (AV, demonstration models, lectures, lesson plans, etc.) as neededAttend and contribute to curricular meetings and faculty development offeringsProvide board-style formative and summative assessment questions in the area of expertiseHelp to identify underperforming students and their areas of weakness through the use of evaluation toolsInterview prospective student candidates for ATSU-SOMAAdvise and mentor studentsBe willing to serve as an advisor to at least one student clubServe on departmental and institutional committees, as assigned or electedParticipate in scientific, educational, community-based, or other types of research or other relevant scholarly activityServe on collaborative University-wide groups as approved by the Dean or designeeMust be able to take direction and receive assignments from the Department Chair and Curricular DeansMust be available for work during the hours assigned, for student instruction or learning processesAccept other duties assigned/needed to meet the goals and mission of ATSU-SOMA Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics:

Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the following essential functions of the job can be performed.

Knowledge of and maintaining student and patient’s privacy (i.e. FERPA, HIPAA, etc.)Ability to follow proper OSHA and safety guidelinesComplete Annual Employee training per ATSU policyWillingness to protect equipment (office, medical, facility)Strong communications skills, as well as computer literacy (MS Office Suite [i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint]) and accurate data entry skillsExcellent organizational skills to prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demandsAccuracy and attention to detailWillingness to be trained on the current learning management system and other technologies as requiredAbility to establish and maintain a productive work schedule in accordance with school’s hours of operationMaintain confidentiality of work-related information and materialsEstablish and maintain effective working relationships by working cooperatively and collegially with othersPossess interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacyAdhere to behaviors consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect by following Equal Employment Opportunity Commission rules and regulationsAbility to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative mannerFlexibility with respect to the performance of other duties as needed/assigned for the COM

Minumum Qualifications:

Must have a terminal pharmacology or pharmacy degree (PhD or PharmD) and at least two (2) years of teaching experience in higher education.

ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits.