Adjunct Faculty, Pharmacy Master's Programs

Job Description

Job Description

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southeastern University!

Nova Southeastern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southeastern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.

We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southeastern University.

Primary Purpose:

Provide instruction to Graduate (MS) and Pharm.D. students in the College of Pharmacy. Adjunct faculty provide instruction in the classroom, laboratory, or on-line, and assist students in their learning process by utilizing all appropriate College resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies available to complement the teaching and learning process.
*This position is not eligible for continuing contract.

Job Category:  Exempt

Hiring Range: 

Pay Basis: 

Subject to Grant Funding? 

Essential Job Functions: 

1. Prepare and deliver instruction to Graduate (MS) and/or Pharm.D. students.
2. Facilitate activities in the classroom or laboratory.
3. Act as a liaison between the students and the faculty course coordinator.
4. Provide and facilitate examinations. May include assigning grades consistent with course requirements.
5. Teach or facilitate classes based on varied schedules to accommodate diverse student needs and to meet the expectations of the College as assigned by the designated faculty course coordinator.
6. Follow the course curriculum as assigned.
7. Prepare assignments.
8. Evaluate student performance and learning.
9. Maintain an active classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.
10. Adjuncts working in the laboratories may also engage in patient or healthcare professional role play, small group discussions, and skill facilitation.
11. Required to complete NSU mandatory training. For example, HIPAA compliance, technology training, Canvas training, etc.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned by either the Chair, Assistant Dean, or faculty course coordinator.

Job Requirements: 

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

Required Certifications/Licensures:  

Required Education:  Master's Degree

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Preferred Qualifications: 

Is this a safety sensitive position?  No  

Background Screening Required?  No  

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Sensitivity Disclaimer:  Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.