What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor- AZ- Pharmacology position at Midwestern University?
The Department of Pharmacology in the College of Graduate Studies at Midwestern University Glendale invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in pharmacology at the rank of Assistant Professor available in the 2024/2025 academic year. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in pharmacology or a closely related field. Two years of research experience at the postdoctoral level is required and teaching experience is highly desired.
The successful applicant will participate in a team-teaching approach to meet the needs of several healthcare education graduate programs, including Osteopathic Medicine, Podiatric Medicine, Physician Assistant, Dental Medicine, Optometric Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, and Veterinary Medicine. Experience teaching pharmacology in addition to the candidate’s area of expertise, is preferable. A successful candidate will work collaboratively with the pharmacology faculty to develop didactic lectures and active-learning techniques to serve the educational needs of our students. Applicants are expected to establish an independent research program capable of attracting extramural funding. Start-up funds, laboratory space, and other resources are available for the applicant to establish and maintain a successful research program.
About the Department. The Pharmacology Department is within the College of Graduate Studies (CGS) and consists of six full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty who share the common goal of providing a strong foundation in pharmacology. The faculty is highly collegial with diverse research interests, including Parkinson’s disease model microbiome and therapeutics, bacterial persistence and dormancy programs, Alzheimer’s and cancer research. Departmental teaching is supported by administrative office staff, modern classroom and lecture hall facilities and a student testing center. Faculty research is complemented by a staff of two research technicians.
How to Apply. Please submit your application through Midwestern University’s online job board at https://www.midwestern.edu/employment-mwu.
The following application materials must be submitted online through the Midwestern website: cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 pages), a statement of current and future research goals (1-2 pages), the names and contact information of at least three professional references. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For more information about this position, contact Pamela Potter, PhD, Chair, Department Pharmacology, at ppotte@midwestern.edu.
Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate allied health programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, optometry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, and additional allied health programs. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth. We encourage you to visit www.midwestern.edu for additional details about our dynamic University.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws, including 41 C.F.R. 60-1.4(a), 250.5(a), 300.5(a) and 741.5(a). Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
