Adjunct Faculty, Dept of Pharmacotherapy & Outcomes Science, School of Pharmacy
Adjunct Faculty, Dept of Pharmacotherapy & Outcomes Science, School of Pharmacy
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About VCU
At VCU we are UNCOMMON and UNLIKE any other university. A premier urban public research university nationally classified by Carnegie as R1 VCU is a great place to work. Its a place of opportunity where your success is supported and your career can thrive.
About School of Pharmacy
The School of Pharmacy has a 125-year tradition beginning with the Medical College of Virginia and continuing to the present. Ranked in the top 20 Schools of Pharmacy nationwide the school is dedicated to graduating outstanding future pharmacists and scientists who will improve human health foster exemplary research and provide sustaining contributions to inter-professional patient care. The School of Pharmacy is committed to fostering a climate where the success of all people is supported and celebrated.
Position Responsibilities
We are seeking an adjunct instructor to co-coordinate and teach an interactive and didactic course covering the topic of pharmacy ethics and equity in our Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) curriculum. PHAR 503: Ethics and Equity is a required1.5-credit lecture-based course during the Spring semester that introduces and addresses ethical dilemmas related to pharmacy practice and healthcare using a systematic approach. This course aims to evaluate viable options for resolving ethical dilemmas with the needs of patients and other key stakeholders in mind. The intersection of bioethics health equity and health disparities will be explored. Students will be expected to demonstrate conceptual understanding self-awareness and critical-thinking skills through a series of individual and small group assignments including reflective exercises and case-based discussions. This is an in-person course taught on the MCV campus with course content being delivered weekly. Responsibilities include adaptation of and presentation of course lecture and lab content use of Canvas as the course learning management system and grading.
Required Qualifications
Must possess M.S. or Ph.D. level education in ethics or a related field.
Practice and/or teaching experience in ethics or a related field.
Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect professionalism and civility with a population of faculty staff and students from various backgrounds and experiences or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm.D.).
Dave Dixon
Employment Type
Temp
