School of Pharmacy and Health Professions
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) seeks an Associate Dean for Academic Affairs for its School of Pharmacy and Health Professions which is located in rural Maryland on one of America's most beautiful campuses.
The Associate Dean of Academic Affairs serves as a member of the School of Pharmacy leadership team and is expected to work collaboratively with the Dean, the Executive Council, and the School's faculty and staff to promote and enhance the quality of education in the professional program. The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs is expected to maintain positive working relationships with other members of eh University community and to effectively interact with students in the School.
Responsibilities include the oversight of the development, implementation, and improvement of curricular and assessment programs, policies and procedures; scheduling of classes, exams, courses, and other academic activities; collaboration with the Registrar and other academic officers at the university; supervision of academic assessment coordinator; preparation of reports related to curriculum, assessment, accreditation, and other academic activities; oversight of student progression; development and oversight of student portfolios; service as a faculty member, including participation in departmental activities and teaching; supervision of faculty development regarding teaching and student outcomes in conjunction with department chairs and the Assistant Dean for Professional Affairs; provision of leadership for educational research and scholarship; coordination with other schools/programs to support inter-professionalism; and volunteer service to applicable professional organizations. Performs other related duties as assigned.
An earned Pharm.D. degree and/or a Ph.D. in a relevant field required. A minimum of 10 years experience in pharmacy education or related area required. Preference will be given for experience in pharmacy education administration, a record of educational program development, leadership and scholarship, and having qualifications for a faculty appointment at the rank of associate professor or professor.
Resume review will continue until the position is filled. Qualified candidates should include a curriculum vita and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of four references. All resume materials should be submitted to the Department of Human Resources, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, John T. Williams Administration Building, Princess Anne, Maryland 21853-1299. E-mail: mvames@umes.edu
UMES is an EEO/AA employer. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America. Minorities, women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.