Full Time Faculty - Systems Pathology/Pharmacology/Toxicology

Consistent with Parker University’s mission and the goals of the College of Chiropractic, develop and deliver learning experiences that prepare students with the foundational biomedical science knowledge, critical-thinking skills, and professional competencies necessary for success in the Doctor of Chiropractic program and future clinical practice.

The primary teaching responsibilities for this position are Systems Pathology and Pharmacology/Toxicology, with additional teaching and support in Basic Sciences laboratory courses. Faculty are responsible for ensuring course content and assessment align with program objectives and for preparing students in relevant content areas assessed on NBCE Part I and Part II examinations.

Experience facilitating active learning, integrating basic science concepts with clinical application, and promoting critical thinking is expected. The ability to contribute across multiple Basic Sciences disciplines is preferred.

Full-time faculty members must be available to teach when the Doctor of Chiropractic program is offered, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: 
responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Course Management:  Faculty members are responsible to design, deliver and manage their course in accordance with the guidance provided to them by their direct supervisor.  This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
•    Prepare and adhere to a syllabus in Parker’s required format.
•    Clearly communicate course requirements, means of evaluation, deadlines, and policies to students.
•    Hold classes and laboratories as scheduled; take attendance and submit it timely.
•    Develop high-quality means of evaluating student learning outcomes and apply them fairly and consistently in accordance with Parker policies, as well as methods and timelines set forth in the syllabus.
•    Submit final grades and required course documentation timely.
•    Follow Parker policies and procedures in all elements of course management.
•    Address student concerns identified in course evaluations.

Student Interaction:  Faculty members generally have more direct contact with students than any other institutional employee and are responsible to manage that contact consistent with the highest ethical and professional standards.  
•    Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with students.
•    Respond timely to student e-mails and voicemails.
•    Provide advising and additional academic support including maintaining required office hours to review examinations and other graded work and directing student towards appropriate resources.
•    Monitor student performance and attendance, contact students at risk, submit early alerts when appropriate.
•    Fairly and consistently apply Parker academic and student conduct policies.

Curricular and Programmatic Quality, Integrity, and Review:  The faculty, within the framework provided by programmatic accreditation standards and institutional vision and mission, has responsibility for curricular maintenance and improvement.
•    Assist in vertical and horizontal integration of curriculum.
•    Participate in Quality Enhancement Plan, OSCE exams, and other activities designed to evaluate student learning outcomes.
•    Contribute to maintenance and/or improvement of programmatic outcomes such as National exam scores, Student Satisfaction Surveys, Graduate Exit Surveys, etc.

Professionalism and Scholarly Activity:  
•    Faculty members are part of the overall institutional team and are expected to not only contribute to the success of their individual courses and/or program, but also to the success of the University as a whole.
•    Engage with all Parker stakeholders in accordance with Parker values, policies, and procedures.  
•    Respond timely to requests from direct supervisor, as well as other University offices.
•    Attend and participate in University events, including scheduled faculty meetings and three commencements per year.
•    Engage in ongoing professional development in discipline(s) taught and educational methods.
•    Contribute to scholarly works.
•    Participate in service activities.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED: 
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:    
EDUCATION/EXPERTISE: 
•    Basic Sciences Department: PhD preferred, D.C., D.O., M.D., or other earned doctorate degree. At least 18 graduate hours required in the discipline of Pathology and Pharmacology/Toxicology. 
•    All faculty in the Academic Center of the DCP: must provide the following.
•    Evidence of ability as an effective teacher, to include use of active learning approaches.
•    Evidence of interest in and ability to engage in research, scholarly and/or creative activity.
•    Evidence of ability to provide service to the institution and the community.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to stand or sit up to eight (8) hours per day and lift twelve (12) pounds. Ability to conduct normal classroom and laboratory courses.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS/ETC.: 
•    Professional demeanor
•    Professional communication skills – both written and verbal
•    Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
•    Ability to effectively utilize software applications common in higher education environments, such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Learning Management Systems

WHY PARKER?
Founded in 1982 by Dr. James William Parker, Parker University has more than 1,800 students and 34 academic programs. Parker University proudly offers its famed Doctor of Chiropractic degree and Business and Technology and Health Sciences programs.
Parker University has been recognized as a Great College to Work For and one of the 25 Fastest-Growing Colleges in the U.S.

Parker University offers competitive salaries, generous benefits, and the opportunity to engage with our unique campus community.