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Positions available

Research Associate: Neuropharmacology

A full-time Research Associate position is available in the Neuropharmacology Laboratories of Dr. Peter Soja, Professor in the faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences.  The successful candidate will be engaged in conducting electropharmacological studies on synaptic plasticity in thalamocortical axis during sleep, apnea, and old age.  The Research Associate will also actively participate in ongoing multidisciplinary projects examining the interactions between sleep and pain as well as ongoing investigations focused on network control of sensory neurons as a function of behavioral state.  The candidate must be able to work in a team-oriented environment.

The successful candidate should have a PhD, DVM or MD, with detailed relevant background/training in neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and pharmacology documented.  In addition, the candidate must demonstrate extensive experience in six or more of the following areas: general anesthesia, aseptic surgical skills, chronic intrathecal catheterization, microinjection procedures, behavioral sensory threshold testing procedures, stereotaxic procedures (antidromic stimulation/mapping techniques), terminal excitability testing procedures, micropressure, iontophoresis, in vitro, in vivo intra-and/or extracellular recording procedures, mutli-electrode recording arrays, immunohistochemistry, microdialysis, computerized data acquisition and analyses, wireless telemetry, computer programming.  In addition, the candidate should have documented experience as a research laboratory Research Associate that includes extensive experience in day to day operations, as well as one-on-one training/instruction of summer students, graduate and postgraduate trainees. The candidate must also demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills; generating written detailed scientific reports in a timely manner and presenting such data at international scientific meetings as required.

The salary is negotiable, commensurate with experience and subject to final budgetary approval.  The closing date for applications is May 31, 2012; the preferred start date is July 1, 2012.  UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity.  We encourage all qualified persons to apply.  However, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  Please send a curriculum vitae, a description of your research experience, a statement of your research interests and goals, as well as the names of four referees, via email to pharmacy.hiring@ubc.ca, to the attention of:

Dr. Peter J. Soja
Professor, Pharmacology & Neuroscience
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, The University of British Columbia 

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Lecturer and Coordinator, Office of Experiential Education (OEE)

Applications are invited for a full-time position of Lecturer and Coordinator, Office of Experiential Education (OEE), Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, UBC, for an initial term of one year, with the possibility of renewal on an annualized basis. The successful applicant will primarily work with the Director, OEE, to:

• design and deliver online Preceptor Development Programs;
• conduct scholarship and research activities in experiential education;
• sustain and build placement capacity, recruit new pharmacy sites and explore new opportunities (e.g. clinics, physician offices) for experiential education;
• support a variety of preceptor-student models for undergraduate students on clerkship rotations;
• serves as liaison to pharmacies outside of the Lower Mainland (will involve travel) in matters pertaining to preceptor development and support;
• participate in student learning activities and progress, and provide feedback to students and other stakeholders as necessary;
• implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences;
• identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of the students;
• assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement;
• provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process;
• communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students and other professionals on a regular basis;
• increase the profile of OEE within the pharmacy community; and
• perform other related functions as required.

The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the academic life of the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, and teach/supervise entry level professional degree students. He/she will be an innovative teacher who is expected to integrate technologies and new approaches to learning into our curriculum. The successful individual requires complex communication and problem solving skills to maintain positive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders. The Coordinator operates from a solid understanding of hospital pharmacy practice. Completion of a PharmD is preferred. Hospital pharmacy experience would be an asset.

Salary will be based on the level of experience and is subject to final budgetary approval. The closing date for applications is April 30, 2012; preferred start date is September 1, 2012. UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply. Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names of three referees to:

Dr. Angela Kim-Sing
Director, Office of Experiential Education and Lecturer
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, The University of British Columbia
2146 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3, Canada
Phone: 604-827-5837  Fax: 604-822-3035  Email: akimsing@mail.ubc.ca

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Project Lead for Advancing Institutional Pharmacy Experiential Learning in BC

The University of British Columbia (UBC) Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences is seeking an accomplished institutional and academic leader to provide knowledge and expertise in developing new preceptor-student models to advance institutional pharmacy experiential learning in British Columbia. The position is a fully funded, 12-month position with a corresponding clinical faculty appointment in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences. The successful candidate will have the skills, vision, and experience to research and provide recommendations for informing decisions surrounding experiential learning in the institutional setting. Thus, it is essential the candidate have a comprehensive understanding and experience of pharmacy practice and training in the institutional setting in BC.

Background

In April 2011 a working group of faculty-associated individuals with health authority affiliations reported their findings and recommendations to advance institutional experiential learning in BC. Several areas for site-level research and exploration of opportunities and solutions were identified, and it was recommended that an individual be appointed to undertake this developmental work on a project basis. In December 2011, a Steering Committee was formed with the mandate to oversee and implement strategies to advance institutional experiential learning in BC.

Scope of Work

The individual will work closely with the Steering Committee, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the BC Health Authorities to advise on preceptor-student models that would support placement capacity. The individual will make recommendations to the Steering Committee in the following areas: (i) preceptor training and credentialing; (ii) clinical support for pharmacists who are precepting; (iii) knowledge resources/faculty resources; (iv) job description and scope of practice for PharmD/resident while in the trainer role; (v) preceptor incentives; (vi) experiential learning facilitator duties and responsibilities; and (vii) support structure for the preceptor-student model.

The individual will have independence to carry out the mandate of the project, but will be expected to provide regular updates to the Steering Committee, and present findings and recommendations, along with a written report, at the conclusion of the project. The individual will be based in the Lower Mainland and will be provided with an office at UBC. Some travel (30-45 days) outside the Lower Mainland will be required which will be supported by the UBC Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Qualifications

The successful individual requires complex communication and problem solving skills to maintain positive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders. The Project Lead operates from a solid understanding of hospital pharmacy practice. Completion of a Doctorate of Pharmacy is preferred. Hospital pharmacy experience would be an asset.

Salary is negotiable, commensurate with experience, and is subject to final budgetary approval. The closing date for applications is May 4, 2012. Preferred start date is September 1, 2012. UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply. However, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Interested individuals are requested to submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names/contact information of three referees to:

Dr. Peter J. Zed
Associate Dean, Practice Innovation
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
The University of British Columbia
Please submit electronic applications to: peter.zed@ubc.ca

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