Chair of Pharmaceutical Sciences -(2400017O )
Location: University of Maryland School of Pharmacy, Baltimore, MD.
The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy invites applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences with experience commensurate with the rank of Professor, Tenured. This is a unique opportunity to provide vision and leadership at a major research-intensive university with faculty who are nationally and internationally recognized for innovative research and teaching in the field of pharmaceutical sciences and its many disciplines.
The Pharmaceutical Sciences (PSC) Department advances basic, translational, and clinical research across the spectrum of drug discovery and development and we take pride in our collaborative initiatives and programmatic endeavors. The Pharmaceutical Sciences department is comprised of complementary cutting-edge research programs and is home to several centers of excellence: Computer Aided Drug Design, Mass Spectrometry, Bio- and Nano-technology, and Metallotherapeutics. Notably, the Center for Excellence in Regulatory Science and Innovation (CERSI), and Center for Research on Complex Generics are both FDA-funded. These, together with state-of-the-art facilities in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), High-Throughput Screening, and Applied Pharmaceutics, support our vibrant and collaborative interdisciplinary research environment.
The department consists of 28 faculty members (). The department has about 60 PhD students in its Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduate program, notably leading an NIH-funded IMSD Training Grant, and being a member of an NIH-funded Chemistry Biology Interface program ().
This position is a full-time, tenured, 12-month appointment based at the Baltimore, Maryland Campus. This position requires scholarly activity, teaching, service to the school, campus, and the profession. We are seeking applicants with proven leadership in academia and who will provide inspiration and vision for the Pharmaceutical Sciences Department's activities. Candidates for this position must have a Ph.D., and a distinguished record in research and teaching, including a well-funded research program and ability to develop and facilitate programmatic collaborative research and funding across the pharmaceutical, biomedical, chemical, and engineering sciences. The ideal candidate should also have extensive experience in professional and graduate education and in mentoring both junior faculty, post-doctoral fellows, and students. The Chair will be expected to work with PSC department members in a collaborative, inclusive, and transparent manner to promote overall interest and development of the department faculty, staff, postdocs, and students as well as work with the Dean and other leadership within the school to fulfill its research, education and governance missions.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore campus houses schools of Pharmacy, Medicine, Nursing, Social Work, Law, and Dentistry. Additionally, the School of Pharmacy has a satellite campus at the Universities at Shady Grove in Rockville, Maryland. The University of Maryland enjoys an established record of successful collaboration for interprofessional practice and research collaborations with the other professional schools on campus.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
This position is responsible to the Dean of the School of Pharmacy. The position supervises all faculty in the department of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
UMB CORE VALUES
Respect & Integrity, Well-Being & Sustainability, Equity & Justice, and Innovation & Discovery
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
We believe every person brings with them unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives and we value these differences. One of our best opportunities to deliver a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and focused on equity is to hire candidates who share these values.
The successful candidate for this position will be able to describe and demonstrate their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness as well as how they contribute to a respectful, positive workplace.
ACADEMIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Responsibilities include providing oversight and support for the department's didactic curriculum and research initiatives. This includes course development, mentoring of course coordinators, assessment, workload assignments, and other activities related to the campus and distance academic programs. Research initiatives include provide support and oversight to faculty research engagement and laboratories.
CHAIR RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Oversee faculty, staff, students and visitors engaged in research. Ensure research objectives of the department, school, and University are consistent. Confirm commitment to policies and regulations and take appropriate action to ensure University's commitment to compliance and maintaining a safe research environment.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
SERVICE TO THE UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL, AND PUBLIC
As Chair of the department, the individual will have service contributions to the University of Maryland Baltimore, the School of Pharmacy, and Pharmaceutical Sciences programs through serving on appropriate committee.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates must apply online through the UMB Online Recruitment System and submit an initial application that includes the following for consideration (Reference Position Number 05-178-86):
The Search Committee will accept applications until the position is filled. Formal review of applications will begin in the Fall of 2024. In addition to applying online, interested candidates may email application materials to:
Jeremy Doggett
Dean's Office Operations Specialist
University of Maryland School of Pharmacy
20 N. Pine St, Room N309
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
Phone: (410) 706-0549
jdoggett@rx.umaryland.edu
Questions regarding this search should be directed to Dr. Andrew Coop, Ph.D. (search committee chair at acoop@rx.umaryland.edu ).
Salary Range: Base Salary and Administrative Supplement $150,000 - $250,000 (commensurate with qualifications and experience for a Full Professor). In addition to Institutional Base Salary the position will have the ability to earn potential incentive compensation up to 22% of annual institutional base salary payable bi-annually.
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.
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The University of Maryland, Baltimore is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration of employment without regard of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability, for any part of the employment process, please contact us a HRJobs@umaryland.edu and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for a reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.
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