Job Purpose:
The successful candidate will report to the Chair of Department, School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. The role requires a strong commitment to teaching Bachelor of Pharmacy students, contributing to scholarly research, and providing clinical expertise that enhances student learning, advances pharmacy practice, and supports the University's mission of world-class education, research, and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities
The Adjunct faculty to teach the Pharmaceutical Marketing course will contribute to teaching, research, and clinical service, with a primary focus on:
Delivering high-quality instruction in pharmaceutical marketing and related courses
Supporting student learning through mentorship, supervision, and academic advising
Engaging in research and scholarly activities that contribute to pharmacy practice and education
Providing clinical expertise to support experiential learning and professional development
Promote and uphold the mission and values of USIU - Africa
Teach and precept pharmacy students at approved clinical sites
Participate in the Skills Laboratory, including physical assessment training
Provide Medication Therapy Management (MTM) services at designated clinical sites
Coordinate courses and develop instructional and assessment materials
Contribute to the planning, administration, and academic activities of the School of Pharmacy
Organize and participate in inter-professional education and training initiatives
Serve as an academic advisor and mentor to assigned students
Contribute to overall student success, including academic performance, progression, and outcomes
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) or PharmD from an accredited university
Postgraduate Qualifications (at least one of the following)
Master of Pharmacy (MPharm); Pharmaceutical Management, Industrial Pharmacy
OR a relevant Master's degree, such as:
MBA (Marketing, Strategic Management, Healthcare Management)
MSc. in Marketing
MSc. in Health Economics / Health Systems / Pharmaceutical Policy
A PhD is desirable.
Professional & Regulatory Requirements
Registered with the Pharmacy and Poisons Board of Kenya
Meets Commission for University Education (CUE) requirements for adjunct faculty
Industry & Teaching Experience
Demonstrable experience in pharmaceutical marketing, such as:
Medical representative / product manager roles
Market access, sales strategy, or brand management
Regulatory affairs or pharmacoeconomics
Prior teaching, guest lecturing, or professional training experience is preferred
Practical exposure to:
Ethical promotion of medicines
Pharmacoeconomics and pricing
Market research and product lifecycle management