United States International University-Africa, is a Higher Learning Institution based in Nairobi, Kenya and is the most diverse university in East and Central Africa with about 6,000 students from over 60 nations, and a global network of more than 25,000 alumni.
USIU-Africa is the only university in Sub-Saharan Africa whose degree programs are accredited by both the Kenya Government through the Commission for University Education (CUE), and by the American Government through the WASC Senior Colleges and Universities Commission (WSCUC).
In line with our commitment to providing quality, affordable education through world-class service delivery platforms, USIU-Africa is seeking to recruit a suitable and qualified candidate for the following position:
Assistant Professor of Pharmacology
Job summary:
The successful candidate will be reporting to the Dean School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Essential to this role is the desire of the successful applicant to primarily focus on educating Bachelor of Pharmacy Students, engaging in research activities, and providing clinical expertise to enhance the overall learning experience and advance the field of pharmacy, as well as contribute to world-class research that improves practice while delivering a service to the university and the community..
Key Responsibilities/Tasks/Duties:
The Pharmacology Assistant Professor will be a key faculty member involved in teaching, and research. The primary focus is on educating pharmacy students, engaging in research activities, and providing expertise to enhance the overall learning experience and advance the field of pharmacy.:
- To promote and preserve the mission of USIU-Africa.
- Participate in developing innovative advanced Pharmacy programs.
- Coordinate courses and prepare educational tools.
- Contribute to the planning and administration of the School of Pharmacy.
- Organize and provide inter-professional training.
- Serve as advisor/mentor to assigned students.
- Serve on committees as assigned.
- Participate in faculty and professional development opportunities.
- Participate in accreditation and other administrative functions.
- Must be able to take direction and receive assignments from the Head of Department /Dean.
- Works closely and collaboratively with other Faculty and Staff in and on a variety of shared responsibilities, and ensures good communication with other administrative offices;
- Faculty members will contribute and be responsible for overall student success, including, but not limited to, advising and student outcomes.
Qualifications /Educational/Professional/experience)
- A Ph.D. in Pharmacology or Registered for a PhD in Pharmacology or equivalent degree in a recognized university.
- Master of Pharmacy / Science in Pharmacology.
- Bachelor of Pharmacy from an accredited institution or equivalent.
- Registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
- Fulfills Commission for University Education requirements for the position.
- Demonstrable ability to engage in independent research, with an established record of scholarly publication and Conference presentations.
- Experience in teaching and supervising pharmacy students at clinical sites
- Demonstrable success in the supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Demonstrable abilities to work effectively as an interdisciplinary and collegial team member, well developed interpersonal skills, and the ability to provide leadership and take the initiative..
Academic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Information Technology, Information Systems and Technology, Software Engineering or a related field.
If you have the requisite qualifications and experience and desire to work as a team member in a modern, progressive, international, and multicultural institution where you can make a difference, please apply indicating in the subject line: ‘Assistant Professor of Pharmacology ’ .
Interested applicants must provide a cover letter and a current CV, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, and addresses of three referees, current salary and benefits, telephone and e-mail contacts by 5.00pm, Wednesday, September 25, 2024 to:
Director, Human Resource,
United States International University – Africa,
P. O. Box 14634-00800, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: j[email protected]
Disclaimer: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
USIU-Africa is an equal opportunity employer
