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Job Title:

Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice

 

Department:

Pharmacy Practice

 

College/Division:

College Of Pharmacy

 

Primary Job Posting Location:

Atlanta, GA 30341

Additional Job Posting Locations:

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details:

The Department of Pharmacy Practice at Mercer University College of Pharmacy invites applications for a 12-month, non-tenure-track Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor of Community Pharmacy Practice.

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an innovative Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum while advancing contemporary community pharmacy practice and pharmacist-delivered patient care services.

 

Position Overview

The successful candidate will:

• Teach in the Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum with a strong emphasis on community pharmacy practice, self-care, and patient-centered care

• Play a key role in the College’s Integrated Patient Care (IPC) course series, including clinical skills and simulation-based education

• Maintain a community pharmacy practice site in the Atlanta area

• Develop and implement clinical pharmacy services within the community setting

• Precept student pharmacists in experiential learning experiences focused on clinical service development and patient care innovation

• The workload distribution is 45% teaching, 35% service (including clinical practice), and 20% scholarship

Requirements:

Qualified candidates must possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited institution and be eligible for pharmacist licensure in Georgia. Completion of a PGY-1 residency or equivalent community practice experience is required. Preferred qualifications include board certification (e.g., BCACP or BCPS), experience providing clinical services in community pharmacy settings, and prior teaching or precepting experience.

About Mercer University College of Pharmacy

Mercer University is a nationally recognized private university committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The College of Pharmacy is dedicated to advancing health through innovative education, patient-centered care, and community engagement.

 

The Department of Pharmacy Practice includes a collaborative group of faculty engaged in teaching, clinical practice, and scholarship across a wide range of practice settings.

 

Inquiries/Applicants:

Application review and interviews will begin immediately. An application is required through Mercer’s online hiring system at https://jobs.mercer.edu. Required documents to upload include 1) a letter of interest in the position, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) teaching philosophy, and 4) a statement describing research interests.

Selection of the final candidate is contingent upon a successful criminal background check.

Additional information can be obtained from the following:

Angela Shogbon Nwaesei, PharmD, BCPS

Chair, Search Committee

Mercer University College of Pharmacy

3001 Mercer University Drive

Atlanta GA 30341

Email: shogbon_ao@mercer.edu
Phone: 678-547-6222

 

About Mercer University

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community. 

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and  so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.   

For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

 

Job Family:

Faculty Pharmacy

 

EEO Statement:

EEO/Veteran/Disability