Posting Information
Posting Details
Department | SOP-Practice Advancement - 452500 |
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Posting Open Date | 05/13/2024 |
Application Deadline | 05/17/2024 |
Open Until Filled | No |
Position Type | Postdoctoral Scholar |
Position Title | Practice Advancement Fellowships |
Vacancy ID | PDS004211 |
Full-time/Part-time | Full-Time Temporary |
Hours per week | 40 |
FTE | 1 |
Work Location | Chapel Hill, NC |
Position Location | North Carolina, US |
Hiring Range | $52,500 |
Proposed Start Date | |
Estimated Duration of Appointment | 12 Months |
Position Information
Be a Tar Heel! | A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities and is among is the top ten research universities in the nation for federal research expenditures as well as for federally funded social and behavioral sciences research and development. Here at Carolina, our highly skilled postdocs play a vital role in our research enterprise and towards our overall commitment to research excellence. Across many disciplines, postdocs contribute to the intellectual vitality of the University. They provide innovative ideas and perspectives, foster a stimulating research environment and advance knowledge within their fields. Postdocs are crucial members of our scientific research workforce, contributors to our research outputs and an important reason why Carolina is one of the leading public research institutions in the country. UNC-Chapel Hill offers postdocs comprehensive medical and vision coverage , paid leave, and benefits and services that support professional development and a healthy work/life balance. Chapel Hill regularly ranks as one of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, a reputation guided by the diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. |
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy (www.pharmacy.unc.edu) is one of six health science schools (Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Social Work, Public Health, Medicine) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is one of the oldest health science academic programs at Chapel Hill. The School teaches approximately 600 PharmD students and 145 graduate students. The School has built a reputation for its continued pursuit of excellence, rigorous education and training programs, cutting-edge multidisciplinary research, progressive pharmacy practices, efficient business operations, and its outstanding faculty, staff, and students. The School was named the number one School of Pharmacy in the U.S. by the U.S. News and World Report. The School has experienced unprecedented growth and success and continues to strategically position itself for sustained impact, as articulated in the School’s Strategic Plan (https://pharmacy.unc.edu/about/oe/strategic-plan/). Our Vision is to be the global leader in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. Our Mission is to prepare leaders and innovators to solve the world’s most pressing health care challenges. We are Advancing Medicine for Life through innovation and collaboration in pharmacy practice, education, research, and public service. |
Position Summary | The Practice Advancement Fellowship builds upon a pharmacist’s competence in the delivery of patientcentered care and in pharmacy operational services to prepare a trainee to assume high level managerial, supervisory, and leadership responsibilities. This fellowship program lays the foundation for continued growth in skills that the trainee could apply in a variety of professional environments, including communitybased or ambulatory care practice, academia, or executive leadership within a state or national organization that is driving change in practice-based care, education and research. This program will develop a dynamic entrepreneurial skill set to lead the innovative future models of pharmacy practice. Research in Advancing Community-based Practice and Improving Patient Care (80%) The fellow will explore current practices, procedures and resources within innovative community-based(outpatient) pharmacies, including independent, chain, supermarket, college health, ambulatory care, public health department and free and charitable pharmacy settings. The fellow will conduct research and provide innovative solutions for areas of improvement. The fellow will partner with student pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacists, as well as other health care professionals, to initiate new programs and to expand existing services; and provide fresh perspectives and insights that will directly influence patient outcomes. The fellow will drive organizational achievement of quality measures. The fellow will support practice partners in the development and execution of patient-related quality services and outcome-driven care management programs. The fellow will conduct practice-based research, including design, implementation, data collection, data analysis and dissemination. Develop Leadership and Management Skills (10%) The fellow will gain essential skills related to clinical service strategic planning and implementation. The fellow will demonstrate effective self- and time-management in daily activities. The fellow will apply personal leadership strengths through mentorship of student pharmacists and PGY1 community-based pharmacy residents and collaborations with other health care providers. The fellow will engage with various committees or workgroups with the Division of Practice Advancement and Clinical Education and the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy. Division and School committees. The fellow will explore leadership opportunities within state and national professional associations. Teach, Educate, and Disseminate Knowledge (10%) The fellow will provide oral presentations and written materials to pharmacists and other health care professionals. The fellow will network with and provide presentations within state and national professional associations such as the American Pharmacists Association (APhA). The fellow will employ effective precepting and feedback to students, technicians, pharmacists, and other health care professionals. In collaboration with academic and practice partners, the fellow will disseminate best practices and results of practice-based research through presentation and publication. |
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements | Doctor of Pharmacy degree, completed a PGY1 Community-based Pharmacy Residency Program or equivalent experience, is eligible for licensure in North Carolina and is eligible to become a Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner (CPP) |
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | See above. |
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | N/A |
Special Physical/Mental Requirements | |
Special Instructions | For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here |
Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/280425 |
Posting Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title | Victoria Fleming, Associate Director of HR |
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Department Contact Telephone or Email | [email protected] |
Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information | If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at (919) 962-9982 or send an email to [email protected] . Please note: The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. |
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement | The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. |
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