Description

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) seeks a full-time, twelve month, non-tenure track faculty position. UMES is located in rural Maryland and is one of America’s most beautiful campuses. The School of Pharmacy is dedicated to developing exemplary pharmacy professionals and scholars who are committed to patient-centered care, lifelong learning, discovery, and service for diverse communities of the Delmarva Peninsula, the State of Maryland, and around the world. Faculty are dedicated and promote a positive work environment. The practice site is in Salisbury, Maryland.

Responsibilities

Provide didactic and experiential education in pharmacy practice, specifically acute care internal medicine and related subjects; participate in direct patient care; develop/maintain a practice which supports interactions with other health professionals; develop/revise course(s) to meet and exceed accreditation standards; cooperate and coordinate with others in team-taught courses; develop and commit to scholarly activity; serve on School and University committees; and participate in regional and/or national professional organizations along with peers and students. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)
• Must have completed a PGY1 residency program or have at least 3 years of comparable clinical experience.
• A commitment to teaching excellence and to encouraging student engagement in the learning process.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and organizational skills.
A team approach to patient care. 
Strong commitment to teaching excellence, student engagement, research collaboration, and service.

Physical Demands

• May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at desk.
• May require lifting.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally.
• Requires the operation of a variety of office equipment.

Preferences

• Experience in didactic and experiential teaching.
• Completion of a post-graduate year two (PGY2) in a related specialty.
• Board certification in a related specialty.

Certifications/Registrations

• Current Maryland pharmacy license or eligibility for Maryland licensure.

Required Application Materials  

Review of applications will begin immediately. Qualified applicants should submit:

• Letter of interest including descriptions of teaching, research and administrative experiences, and accomplishments)
  Curriculum vitae.
• Name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address of four references. (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent).
• All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Best Consideration Date

N/A

Posting Close Date

N/A

Open Until Filled

Yes

Benefits

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, as a University System of Maryland institution and a Maryland State agency, provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff. The Office of Employee Benefits provides consultative services and assistance with benefits planning, enrollment, and changes. Eligible employees may participate in a variety of benefit plans including:

• Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees and dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits 
   Division.
• Prescription drug, dental, flexible spending accounts, and vision coverage
• Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or an Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental Retirement 
   Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP- Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance).
• Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USM policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland 
   institutions.
• Leave benefits, including paid annual (22 days per year) and sick leave (15 days), personal leave (3 days per year) and paid holidays.
  Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State of Maryland wellness programs.

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement
It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination or harassment.