Dean, School of Pharmacy

Company: South University
Location: Savannah
Posted on: May 14, 2020

Job Description:

Apply Now Dean, School of PharmacySouth University Savannah, GA, 709 Mall Boulevard, Savannah, Georgia, United States of AmericaReq 406 Wednesday, January 22, 2020 Established in 1899, South University ( www.southuniversity.edu ) is a private, non-profit academic institution dedicated to providing educational opportunities for the intellectual, social and professional development of a diverse student population. South University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters and doctorate degrees. The University traces its heritage to 1899, when Dr. John Draughon established Draughon---s Practical Business College in Savannah, Georgia. Over the past century-plus, South University has experienced continued growth transforming from a two-year college into a university offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs. South University---s approach to higher education, and the resulting varied academic experiences, provides students with the pragmatic approach necessary to create the foundation for personal and professional fulfillment. South University provides a learning environment, both on-campus and online, that helps students identify goals and the means to achieve them. With this philosophy in mind, students can learn by interacting with a community of faculty, staff and administration dedicated to South University---s academic purpose. South University offers more than 50 academic programs across its nine campuses and through online programs. The University---s academics are organized across five colleges: Arts and Sciences, Business, Health Professions, Nursing and Public Health, Theology --- and a School of Pharmacy. With the introduction of South University, Online Programs, students can pursue both undergraduate degree and master---s degree programs ranging from the areas of Criminal Justice to Business --- giving South University students more opportunities to make a difference, both personally and professionally. POSITION SUMMARY: The Dean, School of Pharmacy reports to the Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs and Savannah Campus President, is a senior member of the faculty, and serves as the chief academic officer for the School of Pharmacy. The Dean ensures program content and delivery are consistently of high quality, achieves high student program persistence, is responsible for achieving annual budgeted enrollment plan and establishes/assesses student learning outcomes; facilitates the sharing of best practices between campus faculty, and balances local campus interests with program imperatives and the needs of the discipline. KEY JOB ELEMENTS: Articulate and implement a vision/plan for School of Pharmacy development/expansion in support of South University---s growth and competitive position. Assure that faculty possess appropriate credentials, develop professionally, contribute to campus and School academic operations, and share and use best practices. In partnership with campus academic leaders, develop robust conceptual frameworks, student learning outcomes, and both direct and indirect measures to assess and improve the quality of all programs. Achieves high student course and program persistence. Achieves annual budgeted enrollment plan. Coordinate the planning and implementation of innovative and in demand SOP program initiatives. Lead annual reviews of curriculum and program effectiveness. As appropriate, develop curriculum for new programs in a timely manner. Work productively with all within the School and serve as an advisor, mentor and coach. Report as required on status of program quality and the effectiveness of the School, including the achievement of outcomes, student retention, curriculum currency and rigor, faculty performance and credentials, and adequacy of academic support services. Approve and endorse School of Pharmacy appointments and set credentialing standards for faculty. Actively work to maintain ACPE accreditation of the School. Conduct on-site evaluations and monitor annual reviews of all faculty members within the department. Supervise curriculum changes for the School as deemed necessary. Develop curricular and policy revisions as requested by the Vice Chancellor-Academic Academic 16.Maintain a positive faculty, staff and student climate within the School of Pharmacy. Prepare the annual budget for all locations and monitor monthly expenditures. Adhere to university policies as described in the South University Employee Handbook; Faculty Supplement to the Employee Handbook, Dean- School of Pharmacy job description, or other separate guidelines. Play an integral role in the new student recruitment process and program growth of all programs within the School of Pharmacy. Serve the School and University on committees as requested by the Vice-Chancellor-Academic Affairs or Campus President. Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice Chancellor-Academic Affairs or Campus President. REQUIREMENTS: PhD in the discipline A minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral experience Demonstrated teaching experience at the University level Practical experience in the discipline of the program Evidence of management experience or potential Online program experience (preferred) Other requirements specific to the discipline Experience with computerized administrative systems. Must be proficient with the use of standard office applications on personal computers Ability to read, analyze, and interpret accreditation criteria, state agency regulations, and academic journals Ability to resolve inquiries and complaints from employees, students, regulatory agencies, or members of the academic or Pharmacy community Ability to effectively ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description. South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive. Other detailsRequired EducationDoctorate South University Savannah, GA, 709 Mall Boulevard, Savannah, Georgia, United States of America Apply Now Share this job:

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