Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Pharmacy (Teaching Track) - Biopharmaceutical Sciences

The USC Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences invites applications for a full-time, 12-month calendar, non-tenure track position at the rank of Assistant/Associate of Clinical Pharmacy in the Titus Family Department of Clinical Pharmacy. Candidates must be strongly committed to excellence in teaching, curriculum development and grant writing within the areas of pharmaceutical sciences, biopharmaceutics, drug discovery and precision medicine. The candidate will be primarily engaged in the ongoing development and implementation of coursework related to the School of Pharmacy’s undergraduate Bachelor of Science Major in “Biopharmaceutical Sciences,” and will thus have a strong background in pharmaceutical and/or biopharmaceutical sciences. Applicants must possess a doctoral degree in a relevant field and have demonstrated educational expertise. The candidate should have extensive experience in curricular development and course management within undergraduate education, with emphasis in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sciences related to drug design, development and implementation. Accomplishments in academic program development should be verifiable, in addition to a desire to create and deliver novel, experiential curricula for the successful applicant. The candidate must demonstrate proficiency in the use of varied instructional strategies and technologies that engage students, including cooperative, experimental, and practical learning methods. The candidate will work closely with the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education at the School of Pharmacy to extend the educational growth in the new undergraduate major and other undergraduate programs offered to USC students with an interest in graduate programs in the biomedical and pharmaceutical sciences.

The candidate will additionally support the development, analysis, and application of educational research proposals and implementation within the department , regarding the Master of Science Programs. A proven record of accomplishment is expected: (1) in the many sub disciplines of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sciences; (2) in the ability to evaluate, recommend, and implement procedures for data acquisition, management, and quality control; and (3) in evaluating and recommending statistical methods for data analysis and interpreting results.

The candidate will be appointed as an Assistant/Associate Professor of Professor of Clinical Pharmacy (Teaching Track) within the USC School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. As a Teaching Track faculty member, the candidate will be expected to combine undergraduate teaching/mentoring to a total of at least 80% of USC activities. This will include undergraduate teaching, course development, and laboratory development and training, with excellence in these pursuits demonstrated and fulfilled toward consideration for promotion. Scholarly activities and university service are important contributions for the well-rounded faculty candidate’s recruitment and success. Routine faculty administration and participation duties, such as attendance at departmental and full faculty meetings and committee service, as well as annual review submissions and peer-to-peer teaching evaluations are expected.

This position does not lead to consideration for tenure.

The position would include the performance of the following:

• Teaching and coordinating invited speakers and other faculty for approximately 30-35 hours per course, two to three courses per term.

• Preparing and grading examinations in association with other instructors.

• Holding office hours at a frequency adequate to allow students to ask timely questions specific to lectures and outlines.

• Curriculum development for undergraduate courses.

• Development and management of a laboratory experience for undergraduate students.

• Working with students on journal club presentations, projects and theses.

• Developing experiential learning opportunities for BS, MS and PharmD students.

Compensation and Benefits: The University of Southern California offers a competitive salary within an academic environment based on the candidate’s experience, accomplishments, and rank. The University also offers excellent benefits to employees, which include: health, dental and life insurance; tuition assistance; disability and retirement plans; credit union membership; and participation in cultural and social events, as well as access to athletic and recreational facilities and other wellness programs and events. Merit review is conducted annually from which salary enhancements are decided. The successful candidate will be on a teaching track (non-tenure) with eligibility for promotion, and at the highest level of experience and accomplishment would be eligible for continuing appointment.

The annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Application Procedure: The position is available immediately. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Qualified individuals are requested to apply online at https://usccareers.usc.edu , and are requested to upload a current curriculum vitae, a letter of intent/personal statement, a description of his/her research and experience relevant to the position, and a list of the names and current contact information for three to five individuals who will serve as professional references.

The University of Southern California is actively committed to equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion within its faculty hiring practices, so qualified candidates from underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.

The USC Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is located on the USC Health Sciences Campus, which includes the Keck Hospital of USC, the Norris Cancer Hospital, and LAC+USC hospital. Ranked by US News and World Report as the #1 private pharmacy school in the United States, the USC School of Pharmacy is recognized for its more than century-long reputation for innovation in pharmaceutical education, practice and research. The School uniquely spans the entire spectrum of pharmaceutical development and clinical care – from drug discovery to regulatory approaches that promote safety and innovation, from delivery of contemporary patient care services to evaluating the impact of care on patient outcomes and costs. Collaborative efforts with our expertise areas and faculty in clinical pharmacy, Pharmacoeconomics and health policy, pharmacoepidemiology, drug discovery, experimental therapeutics, and pharmaceutical sciences are available and encouraged