Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA), a private Christian institution located in West Palm Beach, Florida, seeks an Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Medicinal Chemistry. The successful candidate will provide didactic instruction in medicinal chemistry and related pharmaceutical sciences to Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) students throughout the academic year, including the fall, spring, and summer semesters.
In addition to teaching responsibilities, the faculty member will contribute to the professional and spiritual development of pharmacy students and actively support the mission of the School of Pharmacy and Palm Beach Atlantic University. Responsibilities include engaging in research and scholarly activity, participating in assigned School and University committees, and serving as a faculty advisor to pharmacy students.
The Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy provides a distinctive, holistic learning experience with opportunities for training both domestically and internationally and with Christian faith intentionally integrated throughout the curriculum. Palm Beach Atlantic University is a comprehensive Christian university whose mission is to equip students to grow in wisdom, lead with conviction, and serve God boldly, with an emphasis on moral, spiritual, and intellectual development.
Required Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely related discipline is required. Candidates must demonstrate the ability and potential to engage in research and/or scholarly activity. Demonstrated expertise in pharmaceutical sciences, with specific expertise in medicinal chemistry. Ability to teach medicinal chemistry and related pharmaceutical science content within a professional pharmacy curriculum, including the application of chemical principles to drug action, structure-activity relationships, drug design, and pharmacotherapy. Strong critical-thinking skills and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of educational and research teams. Ability to organize complex chemical, scientific, and professional content and develop instructional strategies that make the material accessible, understandable, and relevant to pharmacy practice. Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and to service within the School, University, profession, and broader community. Demonstrated commitment to the Christian faith and the ability to meaningfully integrate faith and learning into coursework and interactions with students.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of teaching experience at the university level
Summary of Job Duties
Teaches in and coordinates didactic courses in the School of Program that are aligned with expertise. These may include Principles of Drug Action I and II and any course in the pharmacotherapy sequence, amongst others. Conducts research and/or scholarly activity associated with the pharmaceutical sciences that is either published or presented following peer review. Serves on University/School of Pharmacy task forces and committees as assigned. Participates in University/School of Pharmacy service, faculty development programs, recruitment activities, and student advising. Contributes to scholarly, creative, and/or professional activity. Integrates Christian faith and pedagogy within the classroom environment.
The successful candidate will possess the soft skills and hard standards to work effectively with an increasingly diverse array of students and colleagues and will have a demonstrated commitment to creating, fostering, and sustaining a culture that celebrates collaboration in and out of the classroom. This person will excel in attention to detail, effective oral and written communication, consensus building, creative problem solving, professionalism, and intrinsic work ethic.
The Institution
Founded in 1968, Palm Beach Atlantic University is an interdenominational Christian institution with over 4,500 students, from all 50 states and more than 80 countries, across 100 academic programs. PBA’s programs are framed by a Christian worldview that is guided by accomplished experts and delivered in the breathtaking setting of West Palm Beach, Florida. PBA’s graduates launch lives of character, meaning, and accomplishment to make a difference in their careers and communities. From its presence in the academic curriculum, to weekly chapel, to service learning and mission trips, the Christ-centered foundation shapes the student experience and prepares them with the kind of ethical, principled outlook that today’s employers value.
The University upholds a commitment to academic excellence, where the life of the mind molds both character and intellect, integrating core values into its academic programs. With a notable 26 Fulbright awards (22 student awards and 4 faculty awards) since 2018, PBA demonstrates its dedication to academic excellence. Alumni regularly secure acceptance to prestigious graduate programs, fellowships, and service organizations.
Palm Beach Atlantic University’s offerings are proven and respected by top employers and elite graduate institutions. Its programs offer distinctive, elevated learning opportunities. In addition, PBA’s six Centers of Excellence deepen students’ knowledge and skills and add dimension to the learning experience through distinctive programming, travel, internship, and networking opportunities. Through PBA’s unique Workship Program, students improve communities locally, around South Florida and in countries across the globe by building homes for those in need, assisting with natural disaster recovery efforts, tutoring and mentoring students in after school programs, and packing meals for families living in underserved communities. To date, PBA students have volunteered 4.3 million hours of service through Workship.
Location
Living in West Palm Beach, Florida, residents are surrounded by the unparalleled opportunities of South Florida. In addition to the natural beauty of its location on the Intracoastal Waterway, PBA offers endless professional opportunities, world-class cultural outlets, and exceptional shopping districts just minutes from campus.
One can find outdoor recreation at the Everglades, Lake Trail or MacArthur Beach State Park and more than 50 miles of pristine beaches nearby. Residents can also play a round of golf at any of the area’s more than 160 golf courses, catch the pro sports action of the NFL’s Dolphins, NBA’s Heat, MLB’s Marlins and NHL’s Panthers or take in a concert at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. West Palm Beach is also home to an eclectic and appetizing food scene, with cuisines representing everything from Caribbean and Cuban to Asian, German and Portuguese. With nearly 20 churches of various denominations located just minutes from the PBA campus, employees have an outstanding opportunity to become involved in a local faith community.
West Palm Beach is a city of 100,000+ residents located within Palm Beach County, which has 1.5 million residents. Located along Florida’s Atlantic Ocean coast, West Palm Beach offers appealing weather and year-round access to smooth-sand beaches and some of the nation’s most enticing waterways and is located a short drive to some of Florida's fabulous cities: Fort Lauderdale is 1 hour away; Miami is 1.5 hours; Key Largo is 2 hours, and Orlando is 2.5 hours away. Donald J. Trump International Airport (DJT) is located less than three miles from PBA’s campus and was ranked #1 in the U.S. for shortest overall wait times at TSA checkpoints. West Palm Beach is also a stop on the Brightline passenger high-speed rail system that connects Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Orlando.
