Lecturer in Pharmacology

Qualifications and Experience

• The successful candidate must possess at minimum, a Medical Degree with a DM or MD in Pharmacology (Clinical) or PhD in Pharmacology, from a recognized university or closely related field.  

Candidates should also possess:  

• At least three (3) years’ teaching experience at the postgraduate level  
• Medical: research experience in Clinical Pharmacology or Therapeutics  
• PhD (Non-Medical): research experience in Experimental Pharmacology  
• Experience in writing examination questions in Pharmacology for undergraduate medical programme  
• Proficiency in curriculum development  

Candidates with the following would have an advantage:  

• Board eligible or Board Certified  
• Post-doctoral training in Clinical or Experimental Pharmacology  
• Experience in curriculum development for undergraduate teaching  
• Experience in postgraduate research supervision  
• Experience in conducting laboratory experiments  
• Possess skills in course and project coordination  

The following would be considered assets:  

• Certificate in university teaching and learning  
• Familiarity with Problem-Based Learning (PBL)  
• A good record of research and publications in reputable, peer-reviewed journals  
• Proficiency in writing research grants and attracting funding  

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching of the specialty to undergraduate and postgraduate students  
• Mentoring medical students in Pharmacology, as well as supervising and assisting with postgraduate training  
• Participating in all routine Departmental activities, which include meetings and representation in various Committees of the Faculty  
• Delivering teaching in Pharmacology in the medical curriculum  
• Forging working relationships with societal stakeholders including industry and NGOs to design Pharmacology Practice and Research Projects  
• Supporting University assessment and examination activities  
• Assessing and re-evaluating the Pharmacology curriculum for continuous quality assurance  
• Organizing and conducting module examinations  

Personal Attributes

The Campus places high priority on individuals of integrity who can work well in a team and student friendly environment. Candidates should also possess good communication and interpersonal skills. A good command of both oral and written English is essential. Candidates should also:  

• Display good organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills  
• Be willing to work as part of the team of the Pharmacology Unit to deliver the teaching in the medical curriculum  
• Be able to complement the Department’s research agenda  
• Be willing to interact with multi-disciplinary staff in the Department for delivery of teaching  
• Be creative and innovative in delivery of undergraduate curriculum  
• Be willing to forge working relationships with internal and external partners to develop impactful research projects  

Remuneration Package

Annual Salary Range:  

• Lecturer (Medical):  
  • Minimum: TTS 275,484.00 per annum  
  • Maximum: TTS 360,876.00 per annum  
• Lecturer (Non-Medical):  
  • Minimum: TTS 254,136.00 per annum  
  • Maximum: TTS 353,760.00 per annum  

Benefits:

• Special allowance of 6% of basic salary;  
• Transportation Allowance of TTS3,250.00 per month;  
• Up to five economy class passages plus baggage allowance of US$3,000.00 (TTS equivalent) on appointment and normal termination;  
• Unfurnished accommodation at 10% or furnished at 12.5% of basic salary, or housing allowance of 20% of basic salary to staff making own housing arrangements;  
• UWI contribution of equivalent of 10% of basic salary to Superannuation Scheme;  
• Annual Study and Travel Grant (available after first year of service): -TTS20,717.00 per annum  
• Institutional Visit Allowance – TTS7,200.00 per annum  
• Book Grant – TTS6,000.00 per annum  
• Contributory Health Insurance – 50%  
• Group Life Insurance Scheme  

The University would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged or contacted.