Academic Jobs | Post Doctoral Scholar (College of Pharmacy Academic Fellowship) job at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

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Job Title	Post Doctoral Scholar (College of Pharmacy Academic Fellowship)
Requisition Number	DU08714
Department Name	7K700:PHARMACY PRACTICE & SCIENCE
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Salary Range	$48,000
Type of Position	Temporary
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	PharmD plus completion of a PGY1 residency, a pharmacy-related post-graduate fellowship, or a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences or Pharmacy Outcomes, or an equivalent degree
Required Related Experience	n/a
Required License/Registration/Certification	Licensed to practice pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Kentucky (applies only to PharmD applicants)
Physical Requirements	Sitting and standing for long periods of time; lifting up to 10lbs on occasion; walking / traveling through campus/UKHC
Shift	Standard 40-hour week
Job Summary	The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy Academic Fellowship offers an opportunity for a PharmD or PhD graduate to gain valuable academic experiences in teaching, scholarship, and service while learning from and working alongside award-winning faculty. The Fellowship is targeted toward graduates who have obtained a PharmD and completed one or two years of residency training or have obtained a PhD, with or without postdoctoral training, in pharmaceutical sciences or pharmacy outcomes. While being mentored for a career in academia, the Fellow will have the opportunity to develop and hone teaching skills with various types of teaching experiences. They will also engage in one or more teaching and learning scholarship projects and participate on various College committees and work groups. PharmD Fellows will also have a small clinical component within the University of Kentucky Healthcare system. The Fellow will be encouraged to enroll in and complete two masters level education courses per semester. Activities · Teach and/or facilitate various lectures within the PharmD and/or graduate curriculum · Participate in College curriculum service activities (iCATS, Service Learning, PaCE, etc.) · Conduct scholarly research in the area of teaching and learning · Attend Department & College Faculty meetings · Attend College Curriculum Committee meetings · Attend Office of Teaching Innovation & Scholarship meetings · Attend College & University faculty development workshops/seminars · Participate in College book and journal clubs · Staff 1 8-hour shift per week as clinical pharmacist with UK Healthcare Pharmacy Services (applies only to PharmD Fellows) The Fellowship year will be July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023 Given the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need to protect our university community including our students, staff, faculty and visitors, the University of Kentucky is requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all new hires prior to starting employment. Therefore, as of October 18, 2021, all new hires prior to their first day of employment must submit appropriate documentation showing, i) completion of the first vaccination against COVID-19, or ii) completion of the full vaccination series against COVID-19, or iii) approved exemption (medical contraindications or a sincerely held religious belief) through the formal exemption process from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. For those employees who have completed the first vaccination against COVID-19 prior to their first day of employment, the second vaccination (if applicable) must be completed following the vaccination recommended schedule to be considered fully vaccinated.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply	01/31/2022
University Community of Inclusion	The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.