University Of Southern Nevada

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative support for the academic affairs and program planning unit of the University.   USN is a non-profit private university and has two locations:  Henderson, NV and South Jordan, UT.  The position is located in Henderson, NV.  However, occasional travel to Utah is anticipated. 

Qualifications:  A minimum of ten years prior administrative experience with High School Diploma or a minimum of five years prior administrative experience with 2 years of college is required. Please see Job Description for more details.

USN is a non-profit private university and has two locations:  Henderson, NV and South Jordan, UT.  The position is located in Henderson, NV.  

Qualifications:  A Bachelor's degree is required.  An advanced degree is preferred.  A minimum of 10 years experience in financial aid, with at least 5 years administrative experience at the level of Assistant Director or higher in financial aid in a 4-year college or university is required. 

The Director provides leadership for the planning, direction, and evaluation of a comprehensive financial aid delivery system and ensures the effective management of all available financial aid applications.  Strong communication skills and thorough knowledge of student information system, PowerFAIDS (SunGard Higher Education) or similar financial aid information system, with in-depth knowledge of federal, state, and private loan programs, including the regulations and reporting requirements associated with those programs, is essential. For more information, please see the full job description.

Applicants must submit a letter of interest, which includes the extent to which they meet the qualifications and a curriculum vitae or résumé.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  Application materials should be sent via e-mail attachment to Laura Jarrett.  USN is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities include teaching in blocks and electives related to pharmacy administration and management, patient communication, pharmacoeconomics, and the U.S. health care system. Additional responsibilities include participating in research and scholarly endeavors, and providing service to the college and the community. In lieu of tenure, the college offers renewable, multi-year contracts. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. degree in pharmacy social/behavioral/administrative sciences or a closely related discipline. The successful candidate should have excellent written and oral communication skills and an interest in teaching, especially creative and non-traditional methods of teaching. Documented evidence of research and other intellectual initiatives is required.

The position will be available January 1, 2008. Applications are currently being accepted and the position will remain open until filled.  Candidates should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of educational philosophy, and contact information for three professional references to:

Tyler Rose, Ph.D.
University of Southern Nevada College of Pharmacy
10920 S. River Front Parkway
South Jordan, Utah, 84095 
PH: (801) 302-2600 
e-mail: Tyler Rose 

Applicants from all specialty areas are encouraged to apply, especially those with expertise and/or interest in infectious disease, internal medicine, critical care, and transplantation. The successful candidate will have a variety of responsibilities including didactic teaching, clinical practice, precepting, service to the College, and scholarly endeavors. The candidate will have the opportunity to develop a clinical practice and maintain direct patient care in his/her specialty area at one of two large regional medical centers. The exact emphasis on responsibilities is flexible, and will be tailored to meet the individual professional goals of the candidate. Other potential opportunities include assisting in the development of a College-affiliated pharmacotherapy residency program, didactic teaching to allied health students, and delivering continuing education programs.

Required or desired credentials or experience of applicants: The candidate shall have a Pharm.D. with residency or fellowship training (or equivalent experience) and be licensed/eligible for licensure in Nevada. USN prides itself on an innovative educational system, and seeks individuals who aspire to work in an environment where they can directly impact the quality of education and patient care.

Contact Information:

Darla Zarley, Pharm.D.
Recruitment Committee Chair
University of Southern Nevada College of Pharmacy
11 Sunset Way
Henderson, NV 89014
Telephone: 702-968-2005
Fax: 702-990-4435
Email: Darla Zarley