Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Pharmacy Practice (Ref# 187/13/35-4 II L1)

Faculty: Medical Sciences
School of Pharmacy


Deadline Date: Sunday, July 21, 2024
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Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must possess a PhD or equivalent from a recognized university, which should be in Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacy Administration or a closely related field.

Candidates should also possess: 

• At least five (5) years relevant teaching experience

• Substantial research and publications in reputable, peer reviewed journals

• Experience in supervision of student research projects

• Demonstrated understanding of academic pharmacy

 

Candidates with the following would have an advantage: 

• MPharm, MPhil or MSc in Clinical Pharmacy

• ASHP accredited: Residency [Postgraduate Year 1 and/or Postgraduate Year 2] or Fellowship which includes Licensure with the Pharmacy Board of respective country

• Post-Doctoral experience

• Publications in books, posters, conference papers

• Experience in MPhil/PhD student supervision 

• Experience with course management, lecture delivery and related software

• Experience in conducting examinations and other assessments

• Prior experience in teaching and supervising students in diverse areas related to Clinical Pharmacy Practice or Pharmacy Administration

• Research interest in clinical aspects of Pharmacy, experiential education and ACPE accreditation standards related to curriculum and experiential education

 The following would be considered assets: 

• PharmD

• Registration with the Board of Pharmacy Specialties

• Prior experience as a faculty member at a school or college of Pharmacy at a recognized University

• Extramural or intramural research grants

 

Candidates must be registered or be able to register with the Pharmacy Board of Trinidad and Tobago. 

 

Special Responsibilities 

• Participating in expanding new educational platforms, including integration of technology and active learning

• Demonstrating leadership and initiative in supporting School’s assessment and accreditation efforts

• Contributing to and participating in the work of the School of Pharmacy and the University by serving on committees, attending meetings and retreats, and other activities as appropriate

• Maintaining student office hours and advising pre-pharmacy and pharmacy students

• Teaching and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students in various subjects

• Developing and setting up Pharmacy Practice laboratory

• Participating in Departmental and Faculty seminars 

• Contributing to Departmental, Faculty or University-wide working groups or committees 

 

Personal Attributes

The Campus places high priority on individuals of integrity who can work well in a team and student friendly environment. Candidates should also possess good communication and interpersonal skills. A good command of both oral and written English is essential. Candidates should also:  

• Have a vision for the future of pharmacy education as a global enterprise

• Be able to integrate theory and practice

• Be committed to developing the Department's outreach programme

• Be able to work with regional partners on applied research and development projects

• Develop students' appreciation and passion for the study of Pharmacy Practice

• Be able to interact and work well with staff, students and industry stakeholders 

 

 

Detailed application and full curriculum vitae should be sent to the Campus Registrar, c/o HR Division (Appointments Section), Main Administration Building, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago, W.I. via e-mail:

STA-HRApplications@sta.uwi.edu. Three (3) referees (one of whom should be from your present organization) must be indicated. Application forms may be obtained at http://www.sta.uwi.edu in the Faculty & Staff, Staff Vacancies section. Further particulars including remuneration package may also be obtained at the above address. In order to expedite the appointment procedures, applicants are advised to ask their referees to send their signed references under CONFIDENTIAL cover DIRECTLY to the Campus Registrar at the above address without waiting to be contacted by the University. Applications received after the deadline date will not be considered.