Clinical Faculty (open rank)/Clinical Pharmacist

Summary/Description:

The UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice is seeking a full time, motivated professional for the position of Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/Clinical Pharmacist who will be assigned to UI Health’s Hematology/Oncology services.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing pharmaceutical care to patients in the areas of hematology and oncology in the hospital and on-site clinics at the University of Illinois Hospital.  The hospital is a 450-bed academic institution located approximately 2 miles west of downtown Chicago. The hospital serves an urban, indigent patient population.  It is among a select group of medical centers accredited by the Commission on Cancer. Cancer services at UI Health are comprised of several programs committed to diagnosing and treating common and rare cancers including breast, colorectal, gynecologic, head & neck, hematologic/blood, lung and other cancers.

The Retzky College of Pharmacy, with campuses in Chicago and Rockford, is the #1 college of pharmacy in the state of Illinois and #9 in total research grant funding, according to the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP). More information about the College and Department of Pharmacy Practice can be found at https://pharmacy.uic.edu and https://dpp.pharmacy.uic.edu.  

Duties:

The hematology and oncology clinical pharmacist team will consist of 6 pharmacists who are integral members of the multidisciplinary team in the hospital and clinics. The Clinical Pharmacist duties includes medication review and reconciliation, medication selection and dosing recommendations, TPN management, immunosuppression and infectious disease prophylaxis selection, management of nausea and pain, therapeutic drug monitoring, provision of drug information, and patient education. The candidate will also be responsible for nurse, physician, and pharmacy staff development; coordinating and conducting quality initiative projects and developing collaborative treatment and research protocols.

The academic responsibilities of the clinical faculty member (Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) include the provision of didactic lectures and precepting entry-level Doctor of Pharmacy students, PGY1 residents, and PGY2 residents. Scholarly activities, including presentations and publications, are an expectation as well.

Qualifications:

· PharmD and PGY1 residency experience required.

· PGY2 residency in Oncology, or 2-3 years of equivalent clinical experience as a clinical pharmacist in hematology and oncology is required.

· Candidates must present evidence of, or eligibility for, Illinois licensure as a professional pharmacist at time of employment.

· Highly preferred: strong clinical knowledge base; analytical and problem-solving skills; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to consistently meet deadlines; demonstrate flexibility and ability to work independently and adapt to a changing work environment; excellent planning, time management and organizational skills.

· Academic rank commensurate with experience.

How and when to apply:

For fullest consideration, submit a completed application at: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12826?c=uic

by Thursday, January 16, 2025. A letter of intent and current curriculum vitae must be attached to the application. The names and e-mail contact information of three professional references must be submitted directly into the application.

UIC Required Language: The budgeted salary rate for the position is $130,000 - $150,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits at: https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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