Reporting To: Head of the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences or nominee
Location: 2nd Floor 121 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2
School (or department): School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences
Contract type/duration: Temporary part-time (Maternity cover)
Closing date for applications: Nov 26th 2024
About RCSI
RCSI is a community of academic, research, clinical and professional staff working collaboratively to lead the world to better health. Here, you will thrive in an innovative and inclusive atmosphere and your personal development and wellbeing will be supported. We invite you to join us to help deliver on our exciting mission “To educate, nurture and discover for the benefit of human health”.
For each of the last six years, RCSI has been positioned in the Top 300 of universities worldwide in the Times Higher World university Rankings. We are proud that RCSI ranks fifth in the world for “Good Health and Well-being” in the Times Higher Education #SDG #SDG Impact Rankings 2024. Our values of Respect, Collaboration, Scholarship and Innovation continue to unite and direct our purpose.
Objective of this post:
* Contribute to the design, development and delivery of the School’s educational programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
* Provide a wide range of clinical pharmacy and pharmacy practice training in the context of educating healthcare professionals.
* Act as a role model and mentor for healthcare professional students.
RCSI is seeking a professional who is passionate about educating, who would like to contribute to working as part of a team in a multicultural environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate energy, initiative and excellent organisation and communication skills.
Specific Responsibilities include:
Teaching:
* Preparation, delivery and assessment in the broad areas of clinical pharmacy and pharmacy practice.
* Identification of opportunities for Interprofessional Learning and delivery of Interprofessional Education.
* Utilising a student-centred approach to all duties.
* Participating in the delivery of our teaching and learning strategy including the effective use of technology-enhanced learning.
* Liaising with community and hospital pharmacists.
* Exploring and facilitating opportunities to enhance public and patient involvement and engagement in education.
* Exploring experiential learning opportunities for students.
* Leading or advising on modules within various programmes.
* Participating in cross-functional teams to design and deliver academic programmes.
* Contributing to the quality assurance/quality improvement and accreditation of all programmes delivered in the School.
Research:
* Stimulating and engaging in research that contributes to the enhancement of education or healthcare provision.
* Supporting research projects undertaken by our MPharm students and undergraduate projects.
Service:
* Competent discharge of academic administrative duties.
* Developing and co-ordinating outreach events.
* Supporting students through student affairs initiatives.
* Complying with statutory legislation and departmental rules and requirements.
* Promoting the best interests of RCSI at all times.
* Performing such other duties as may be required from time to time.
Person Specification Essential:
* Registered or is eligible to be registered as a pharmacist in Ireland.
* Has post-registration pharmacy experience.
* Has good knowledge of clinical pharmacy and pharmacy practice.
* Has knowledge and experience of providing education or training.
* Has excellent presentation and verbal communication skills.
* Has the ability to design and deliver effective education.
* Has excellent interpersonal skills.
* Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
* Has excellent influencing and negotiating skills.
* Requires minimum direction to effectively deliver on assigned functions.
* Has some flexibility regarding the working schedule.
Person Specification Desirable:
* Experience in hospital pharmacy and compounding would be an advantage.
* Experience of providing education or training would be an advantage.
We are all too aware that imposter syndrome and the confidence gap can sometimes stop fantastic candidates putting themselves forward, so please do apply — we would love to hear from you.
The Process:
Informal Enquiries:
Informal enquiries are invited in the first instance through Judy Walsh, Human Resources Department (email: judywalsh@rcsi.com).
Application Process:
All applications for this post must be made through the career's webpage www.rcsi/careers. All applications should include a CV and Cover letter.
Interview and presentation:
Shortlisted candidates may be invited for a formal online competence-based interview and presentation.
Particulars of Post:
This post is a part-time temporary (maternity cover) position. The appointee will report to the Head of Department or nominee.
Employee Benefits:
RCSI offers a wide range of benefits in areas including time away, finance, community, health, and well-being. Below are some additional benefits available to you as an RCSI employee:
* 20 days annual leave, plus an additional 6.5 Privilege days (for full time appointments).
* Flexible/hybrid working options for colleagues across many roles.
* Additional leave options including paid maternity leave, paternity/parental leave, study leave.
* 7% Employer pension contribution.
* Onsite gym €10 per/mth including classes and PT sessions.
* Childcare support 20% discount at Giraffe.
* Free eye test and annual flu vaccination.
* TaxSaver commuter tickets and Bike to Work schemes.
* A site sustainability team focusing on environmental initiatives.
* Competitively priced café and restaurant.
* Equality, Diversity & Inclusion forums, and network groups.
* Employee assistance programme with Spectrum Life.
* Learning and Development training programmes including LinkedIn Learning for career progression.
* Discounted services including GP visits, 10% off dental, staff parking, mobile tariffs, Group Scheme discount on numerous brands.
* Sports and social club including yoga, Pilates, fitness classes, Zumba, running club, social evenings, Summer BBQ.
* Ticket Draws for events including Rugby, Taste of Dublin, Dublin Horse Show, theatre, music & comedy events.
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