Lecturer-Pclc, College Of Pharmacy, Twin Cities Campus

About the Job

Position Overview

The University Of Minnesota College Of Pharmacy offers a professional program culminating in

the Doctor of Pharmacy degree. The program is delivered on the Duluth and Twin Cities

Campuses.

This Lecturer position is located on the Twin Cities/Duluth campus of the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy. The individual serves as an in-person instructor for the Pharmaceutical Care Skills Lab course sequence in the Twin Cities/Duluth during both Fall and Spring semesters and the PSD lead to WTL. This position will have a department home, to be determined jointly by the individual and the Department.

This position is a two-year term-limited appointment. Any potential renewals will be based solely on the needs of the College and availability of funding.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching (90%)

Serve as a course director and/or instructor for assigned courses in the Pharmaceutical Care

Learning Center (PCLC) course sequence. This lab course sequence is responsible for teaching skills in extemporaneous compounding, sterile compounding, and clinical skills. Serve as an instructor in other College of Pharmacy courses, such as Whole Task Learning. These responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

● Preparation for and delivery of courses

○ Implement previously set syllabi, schedule, grading policy, and other course materials in coordination with other PCLC instructors on both TC and Duluth campuses and in accordance with PCLC course standards, mission, and vision.

○ Work closely with and regularly communicate with PCLC instructors for courses assigned

○ Collaborate with other College of Pharmacy instructors to develop and lead sessions as scheduled for the course(s), integrating with other courses

○ Review, update, and implement previously developed course activities (including managing the course website) and teaching assistant (TA) guides in coordination with other instructors

○ Work with, coordinate, and assist with training for MSimulation events with simulated patients

○ Manage assessment rubrics for course activities in an electronic system in coordination with other instructors

○ Work with appropriate faculty and staff to inventory, maintain, and set up supplies necessary for course delivery

○ Submit final grades

● Student support during courses

○ Hold office hours or appointments for students (or open office door policy)

○ Respond to student questions via email or in-person

○ Coordinate makeup lab sessions and assist with navigating and supporting student absences in the PSD course

○ Train and mentor students for their professional development and growth

● TA support during courses

○ Train and mentor TAs for their direct teaching roles in the course. TAs may include: PharmD students, graduate students, and pharmacy residents

○ Facilitate and supervise teaching assistants' instruction in the course

○ Monitor teaching assistants' provision of feedback

○ Review and ensure consistency in the grading of assignments by TAs

○ Review re-grade requests

● Support students who meet requirements for remediation of PCLC courses, including plans outlined by the Academic Standing Committee

○ Create remediation plans with students

○ Coordinate TA support necessary for student remediation

○ Create and update remediation materials for students

● WTL/TBL support as a regular, engaged point of contact for the students, particularly for P1 cohort

● Serve as PSD P1 lead for 1 semester, supporting the dual campus model (with TC partner who will lead the other PSD P1 semester)

● Back-up support for other PSD instructors in the event of illness, conferences, or other course needs (i.e., immunization lab, practical assessments, etc.)

● Assist, develop, and implement continuous quality improvement initiatives in conjunction with the greater PCLC/PSD team

Note: Depending on renewal and teaching responsibilities, there is the possibility of clinical practice addition to this position.

Service (10%)

Provide service to the College of Pharmacy and University. This includes, but may not be limited to:

● Attend weekly instructor meetings (e.g., PSD, WTL, PCLC)

● Provide input into policy and procedure development

● Provide input into applied learning and performance assessment initiatives

● Work with other instructors to help precept APPE students on an Introduction to Academia rotation as appropriate for assigned courses

● Actively engage with the Student Support Panel both at meetings and between within the P1 year and providing insight specifically regarding Twin Cities student performance in PSD

● Be involved in student coaching

Supervision

Professional and Graduate Teaching Assistants

Working Conditions

Lab environment / no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands.

Work Arrangements

This role is offered as a semi-hybrid position (some combination of onsite and remote). The majority of this position requires you are to be onsite at our Minneapolis, MN-based campus on a regular basis for class, student support and some meetings. Specific schedule will be determined between you and your supervisor.

• The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Qualifications

Required

● Doctor of Pharmacy degree

● License or the ability to obtain a license to practice pharmacy in the state of Minnesota

● Strong pharmacy practice background, including knowledge of the philosophy and practice of pharmaceutical care

● Ability to support others' growth, navigate difficult conversations, and provide appropriate coaching and referral to resources

● Previous teaching experience (e.g. Precepting students, developing teaching materials, delivering lectures/topic discussion, etc.)

● Commitment to support the College of Pharmacy core values

● Knowledge of and commitment to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion and an ongoing commitment to working with and across diverse communities: including but not limited to people of color, underrepresented groups and new immigrant populations; American Indians; people with both visible and invisible disabilities; women; people of various gender and sexual identities and expressions; and first generation students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Preferred

● Residency training or equivalent experience

● Board certification

● Experience in more than one healthcare setting

● Knowledge of computer technology in support of teaching

● Demonstrated commitment to the profession and to high-quality patient care

● Experience with student coaching and success

About the Department

The University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy is nationally recognized for excellence in preparing pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists, occupational therapists, and medical laboratory scientists to tackle society's toughest problems in Minnesota and across the globe. The College of Pharmacy offers degrees in the programs of pharmacy (PharmD, MS, PhD), occupational therapy (OTD), and medical laboratory sciences (BS, Certificate, MMLS, MS-BLS).

The pharmacy program is offered on the Twin Cities and Duluth campuses. The occupational therapy program is offered on the Twin Cities and Rochester campuses. The medical laboratory sciences program is offered on the Twin Cities campus. Interactive technology is used to keep all campuses connected.

The Professional Education Division supports the College of Pharmacy's teaching and learning mission through the coordination of our professional programs, experiential education offerings, and innovative online learning opportunities. We additionally provide services to support student learning and professional development as well as our faculty members' world-class instruction in pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacy practice.

The Division is separated into the following units under the leadership of Amy Pittenger, Interim Associate Dean of Professional Education:

• Office of Curriculum Operations

• Pharmacy Learning Collaborative

• Office of Experiential Education

• Pharmaceutical Care Learning Center

These units work together to coordinate and develop different aspects of the Doctor of Pharmacy program as well as the College of Pharmacy's online education, in order to develop world-class leaders in pharmaceutical practice.

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off

• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program

• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

• University HSA contributions

• Disability and employer-paid life insurance

• Employee wellbeing program

• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity

• Financial counseling services

• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).