New Brunswick Community College (NBCC)

You will be collaborating with and reporting to the Academic Chair of Allied Health, as a member of the faculty team, you are responsible for planning and preparing instructional materials and resources; establishing and managing a positive learning environment; instructing and evaluating students; building and sustaining professional relationships with students, colleagues, community partners, and stakeholders; as well as other related duties.

Specific instructional areas may include, but may not be limited to:

The successful candidate will have the knowledge, skills and abilities to teach Pharmacy Technician students and will be committed to the education of pharmacy technicians, who will fulfill the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) professional competencies for entry to practice and pursue certification by the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC). The candidate will work with students up to entry to practice where new graduates are able to provide patient-focused pharmaceutical care while working alongside pharmacists as a member of the integrated health care team.

Areas of teaching will include but will not be limited to:

• Community Pharmacy Practice
• Hospital and Institutional Pharmacy Practice
• Mathematical problem solving
• Pharmacy Computer Software
• Sterile and Non-sterile Compounding

The successful incumbent will be willing and able to integrate technology and active student learning techniques into teaching practices. They will be responsible for planning and preparing instructional materials and resources; establishing and managing a positive learning environment; instructing and evaluating students; building and sustaining professional relationships with students, colleagues, community partners and stakeholders, as well as other related duties.

Education/Experience:

• A Diploma in Pharmacy Technician from a CCAPP accredited program and a minimum of three (3) years of recent, practical experience in a hospital pharmacy setting.
• A valid active direct license issued by the New Brunswick College of Pharmacists; and a minimum of three (3) years of recent, practical experience in a hospital pharmacy setting.
• The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of immunization and criminal background check with vulnerable sector screening.
• Experience working in hospital pharmacy, certification in sterile preparations in hospital, and a willingness to maintain active direct hours in a hospital pharmacy
• Highly flexible with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to navigate and build relationships effectively throughout the organization.

Professional Skills:

• Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, analytical ability, and innovative thinking.
• Self-motivated, service and results oriented.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and within a team.
• A desire for continuous learning and growth.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Assets:

• Preference may be given to candidates who have experience teaching in a post-secondary environment.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet these qualifications on their resumes.

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered as equivalent. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be raised.

With six Campuses across the province, New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) transforms lives and communities across New Brunswick and contributes to the social and economic prosperity of our province.

Why work with NBCC?

• You want to make a difference. By working at NBCC, you can support students in achieving their educational and career aspirations, help meet the needs of employers and contribute to stronger communities across New Brunswick.

• You want to belong to something bigger. NBCC welcomes the individual experiences and perspectives of our learners, our staff and our partners. We nurture a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and has opportunities to add value. NBCC is an equal opportunity employer building a dynamic team that is representative of the communities and industries that we serve.

• We're one of the best places to work in Atlantic Canada. For seven years in a row, we have been named one of Atlantic Canada's Top Employers because of our commitment to families, community service and employee engagement. This includes, paid time off to volunteer, comprehensive benefits packages and professional development opportunities.

• A culture that is focused on nurturing a sense of belonging for all employees.
• A competitive salary range of $2,454.00 to $3,458.00 biweekly. Successful candidates may be eligible for a higher maximum step, up to $3,776.00 biweekly, based on their level of post-secondary education.
• Become a member of the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• NBCC supports the wellbeing of its employees. We provide free access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Paid sick and vacation leave.
• Volunteer leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs (Employee: Tuition Reimbursement Program AND Family: Tuition Reduction Benefit - Spouse and Children).

This position is a unionized position where the terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NBUPPE - Education (Instructional) collective agreement for the College.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada at the time of application. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

The New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is committed to being flexible in its operations and to the wellbeing of its employees. This includes considering reasonable requests for alternative work arrangements, when feasible, to meet the changing needs of the College and its students. To ensure our student needs are met, flexible work arrangements cannot extend beyond the New Brunswick border. NBCC employees must be living in New Brunswick near a location that is a reasonable distance from one of our seven work locations around the province.

We promote an equal opportunity work environment.

All interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed application, with a resume, online by January 5, 2025. All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt.