University Of Southern Nevada

The director reports directly to the Dean, and will work collaboratively with the College’s Library Learning Resources Center.  College responsibilities include didactic and experiential training of students and residents, scholarly endeavors, and service.

Requirements include PharmD degree with residency and/or fellowship training with a minimum of 2 years practice or equivalent experience, excellent written and oral communication skills, and administrative experience. Ideally the candidate should have experience in an academic drug information center or a hospital-based drug information service.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Inquiries regarding this position should be directed to Darla Zarley, Pharm.D. via telephone at 702-968-2005 or email.

Candidates are invited to submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of educational philosophies and contact information for three professional references to the attention of the appropriate contact person at:

Darla Zarley, PharmD
The University of Southern Nevada College of Pharmacy
11 Sunset Way
Henderson, Nevada 89014

Applicants from all specialty areas are encouraged to apply, especially those with an interest in pediatric or adult ambulatory care.  The successful candidate will have a variety of responsibilities including didactic teaching, clinical practice, precepting, service to the College and scholarly endeavors.  Several potential practice sites are available with the possibility of working in an established clinical site or developing a new clinical practice with the strong support of a local hospital.  All possible sites have > 400 beds.  The exact emphasis or responsibilities are flexible, and will be tailored to meet the individual professional goals of the candidate.  Other opportunities include assisting in the development of a College-sponsored residency program and the potential for teaching other healthcare professional students or trainees.  USN prides itself in being able to offer 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.
 
Candidate Qualifications:

The candidate shall have a doctor of pharmacy degree with residency or fellowship training (or equivalent experience) and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Nevada. 

Contact Information:

Darla Zarley, Pharm.D.
Advanced Experience Coordinator
University of Southern Nevada College of Pharmacy
11 Sunset Way
Henderson, NV 89014
Phone 702-968-2005
Fax 702-990-4435
Email

Responsibilities include teaching in blocks and electives related to pharmaceutics and pharmacokinetics, 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 PhD degree in Pharmaceutics 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 forms of intellectual initiatives is required.

The position will be available July 1, 2007.  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, PhD
University of Southern Nevada College of Pharmacy
10920 S. River Front Parkway
South Jordan, Utah  84095
phone: (801) 878-1075
Email

Positions are available for full -time faculty in Medical Surgical, and Psychiatric Nursing. The successful candidates must have a graduate degree in nursing or a related field and be licensed or eligible for licensure as RN in Nevada. Previous teaching experience is preferred, but is not required. Individuals with a BSN, a Master’s degree in nursing or a related field, and possessing related clinical experience are encouraged to apply. Screening begins immediately. Positions are available January 1, 2007 or earlier and will remain open until filled.

Please submit a letter of interest and resume to:

Dr. Mable Smith, Dean
College of Nursing
University of Southern Nevada
11 Sunset Way
Henderson, NV 89014
Email

Positions are available for adjunct clinical faculty in Medical-Surgical, Pediatric, Maternal-Child and Psychiatric Nursing.  Applicants must have a master's degree with strong clinical skills in their specialty area. Positions are available November 1, 2006 or earlier and will remain open until filled.

Please submit a letter of interest and resume to:

Dr. Mable Smith, Dean
College of Nursing
University of Southern Nevada
11 Sunset Way
Henderson, NV 89014
Email