Clinical Faculty (Open Rank) / Clinical Pharmacist

Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/ Clinical Pharmacist

The UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice is seeking a full-time, motivated professional for the position of Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/ Clinical Pharmacist who will be assigned to the Drug Information Group (DIG). DIG provides clinical support to organizations in need, provides evidence-based medical information, enhances the skills of health care professionals through training sessions, and serves as a resource for health care professionals involved in patient care.

The College of Pharmacy at UIC, with campuses in Chicago and Rockford, is the #1 college of pharmacy in the state of Illinois and the #15 college in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary:

The Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/ Clinical Pharmacist will be responsible for responding to drug information inquiries, preparing formulary monographs and class reviews, completing contract-related projects, and teaching (didactic and experiential). In addition, the clinical pharmacist will have project management responsibilities for fee-for-service endeavors of the DIG.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Respond to drug information questions.
• Prepare formulary monographs and class reviews.
• Develop continuing education articles.
• Participate in the education of PharmD. students, PGY1 and PGY2 residents, fellows, international scholars, and other pharmacy staff by serving as a preceptor and role model.
• Provide didactic teaching at the College by serving as recitation facilitator, lecturer, and/or course coordinator.
• Facilitate the advancement of knowledge in health care by participating in research and scholarly activities.
• Coordinate the creation of content and training for specific educational and clinical programs.
• Project management responsibilities for fee-for-service endeavors of the DIG.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PharmD degree from an ACPE accredited Doctor of Pharmacy Program.
• Completion of Post Graduate Year 1 (PGY1) residency or equivalent required.
• Must present evidence of, or eligibility for, Illinois licensure as a professional pharmacist by start date.
• Must possess knowledge and skills such that they qualify for a non-tenured, clinical faculty position within the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the UIC College of Pharmacy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Post Graduate Year 2 (PGY2) residency or fellowship in drug information or 2-3 years equivalent experience in drug information preferred.
• Experience in medical writing, formulary management, and medication use policy are preferred.
• Candidates with experience or ability to incorporate innovative uses of technology are encouraged to apply.
• Highly preferred skills include strong clinical knowledge base; analytical and problem-solving skills; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to consistently meet deadlines; ability to demonstrate flexibility, work independently, and adapt to a changing work environment; and excellent planning, time management and organizational skills.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.