Lecturer

Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Position Description

The Department of BioMolecular Sciences in the School of Pharmacy at The University of Mississippi invites applications for a full time, 12-month Lecturer as an on-campus or remote position. The responsibilities of the position are teaching classes in the online graduate program in medical cannabis. The successful candidate will also assist in course development and participate on relevant committees in teaching and course administration. They will be able to collaborate with faculty instructors of courses in medicinal chemistry, pharmacognosy, pharmacology, toxicology, and pharmaceutics, and regulatory affairs on the University of Mississippi campus.

Position Details

Appointment: 12 month

Assignment Type: Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have a Master’s degree with at least two years of experience in medical cannabis, a doctorate in a health profession (Pharm.D., M.D., D.N.P. etc..), or a Ph.D. degree in a relevant field.  Applicants with experience in teaching, online instruction, and/or instructional design are encouraged.

Substitution Statement:
Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.

Application Procedures

The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable pool of applicants is established. The position is available January 2024 and is a full time, 12-month promotion-eligible appointment at the level of a Lecturer.  Applicants must have a Master’s degree with at least two years of experience in medical cannabis, a doctorate in a health profession (Pharm.D., M.D., D.N.P. etc..), or a Ph.D. degree in a relevant field.  Applicants with experience in teaching, online instruction, and/or instructional design are encouraged.

Applicants should provide a cover letter outlining qualifications for the position, a teaching portfolio (no more than ten pages for the portfolio), a one-page executive summary of the teaching portfolio, a curriculum vitae, and the name and contact information of three references through The University of Mississippi’s online employment site at https://careers.olemiss.edu. For additional information please contact, Prof. David A. Colby, Search Committee Chair, 662-915-1766, dacolby@olemiss.edu.

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

The University of Mississippi is the flagship university for the State of Mississippi. A world-class public research university, the institution has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and innovative research. The School of Pharmacy is on the main campus in Oxford, a community of approximately 19,000 residents that has been recognized nationally as one of America’s best places to live. The Chronicle of Higher Education has named The University of Mississippi as one of the “Great Colleges to Work For.” The Department of BioMolecular Sciences has 19 full-time faculty with research emphases in medicinal chemistry, pharmacognosy, pharmacology, and environmental toxicology. The department has teaching responsibilities in several degree programs, including the Pharm.D. (Doctor of Pharmacy) as well as M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Pharmaceutical Sciences. The Natural Center for Natural Products Research and the National Center for Cannabis Research and Education are within the School of Pharmacy at the University of Mississippi.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

We recognize the importance of a diverse faculty and staff and a supportive educational and professional environment that affirms the value of cultural diversity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who are traditionally underrepresented in academia and from all candidates who are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.