Pharmacology Adjunct Faculty

Department: School of Health, Science and Technology
Office: Grand Rapids
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Employment Type: Part-Time/Adjunct

Job Summary

Cornerstone University is seeking a passionate adjunct instructor to teach an undergraduate course in pharmacology. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified professional to bring expertise in pharmacology, pharmacy, medicine or a related health science field into the classroom while helping prepare students for careers and graduate study in the health professions.

Cornerstone offers small class sizes that foster intentional student engagement within a collaborative, Christ-centered learning environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, student mentorship and the integration of a biblical worldview with the study and practice of health science.

Responsibilities

• Teach an undergraduate pharmacology course for students pursuing degrees and careers in biology and other health-related fields.
• Provide instruction in major drug classifications, mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, therapeutic uses, adverse effects, contraindications and drug interactions.
• Help students apply pharmacological principles to clinical cases and healthcare situations.
• Prepare course materials, learning activities and assessments that align with established course objectives.
• Mentor and support students in their academic, professional and spiritual development.

Qualifications

Required

• A master’s degree or higher in pharmacology, biology, medicine, biomedical science or a closely related discipline.
• Graduate-level coursework or professional experience directly related to pharmacology.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex scientific and clinical concepts clearly to undergraduate students.
• Ability to teach a 15-week on-campus course in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Preferred

• A Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D., D.O. or other appropriate terminal degree.
• Previous college-level teaching experience.
• Professional or research experience involving pharmacology, pharmacy, medicine or medication management.
• Experience using case studies, active-learning strategies or other applied approaches to teaching health sciences.

Essential Qualifications

• A personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• A theology that supports the values and mission of Cornerstone University, evidenced by an ability to affirm and sign the university’s doctrinal statement, “The Cornerstone Confession.”
• Alignment with and commitment to Cornerstone University’s core commitments:
  • The Cornerstone Christian Worldview
  • The Cornerstone Academic Vision
  • The Cornerstone Beautiful Christian Community
  • The Marriage and Human Sexuality Position Statement
• Faithful attendance at an evangelical and biblical church whose core beliefs and practices are consistent with Cornerstone University’s confession and core commitments.

These qualifications closely reflect the faith and community expectations used in Cornerstone’s current employment and adjunct-faculty postings.

Compensation and Application Process

• Adjunct compensation varies according to the number of credits taught, course modality and faculty credentials.
• Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
• Applicants will be contacted if an interview is desired.

Applicants should submit:

• A completed Cornerstone University employment application
• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae or résumé
• Unofficial graduate transcripts
• Contact information for professional references

About Cornerstone University

Cornerstone University is a vibrant, interdenominational evangelical university that prepares students for lives of global influence in an academically rigorous and spiritually rich educational community. The university is located minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan, a dynamic city offering a wide range of professional, cultural and outdoor opportunities.