Teaching Assistant (Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences)

Job Description

Primarily, Teaching Assistants will be responsible for the following duties:

(i)    support the design, optimization and conduct of practical classes in the undergraduate programmes;
(ii)    adaptation of course materials towards blended learning;
(iii)    facilitation of collaborative learning workshops; 
(iv)    support the design, optimization and co-ordination of experiential learning in the undergraduate programmes;
(v)    support course coordinators in managing communication and administrative needs of courses;
(vi)    support department-led pedagogical research.

The specific areas of expertise we are currently looking for include knowledge and practical skills in aspects of pharmacy and pharmacy practice. Candidates with the proficiency in creating online contents and improving user interface will be considered favourably.

Qualifications

• Qualifications / Discipline:
Candidates must possess either a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Pharmacy or other related fields. Pharmacists with entry-to-practice degrees such as M.Pharm. or Pharm.D. are also acceptable.

• Skills:
Ability to perform and teach the following pharmacy practice skills including medication reconciliation, medication review, dispensing, patient counseling, managing minor ailments, and providing drug information.  

• Experience:  
Prior experience in teaching or mentoring students (especially in Institutes of Higher Learning) will be considered an advantage. 

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: Science

Department : Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job requisition ID : 26606