Drake University’s Philosophy and Religion Department invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Religion for the fall semester 2015 from August 31 through December 18, 2015. The successful candidate will teach one section of REL 151: Ecology, Spirituality, and Ethics on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-10:45 a.m.  A Master’s degree and teaching experience is required. Drake is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks applicants who reflect the diversity of the country. No applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.

Visiting Assistant Professor or Instructor of Sociology, for the 2015-2016 academic year.  Interdisciplinary Department for the Study of Culture and Society seeks a candidate for a one-year visiting position to offer courses with critical, intersectional perspective in incarceration, criminal justice, environment, work, and/or family/intimate relations.  The successful candidate should preferably have an interdisciplinary background.  Teaching assignment is three courses fall semester; four in spring.  Teach first year seminar on topic of candidate’s choice and one theory course, “social structure and social change,” as well as courses in areas of expertise.  Ph.D. or advanced ABD in sociology or related field; demonstrated multicultural competence and commitment to multicultural organizational development; record of quality teaching, and commitment to student-centered learning practices; commitment to ongoing research and writing.  Review begins March 25 and continues until position is filled.  Applications from candidates of color and women especially encouraged.  Drake University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.  To apply, go to https://drake.HireTouch.com/ and submit a letter of application, evidence of teaching effectiveness, CV that includes names of three references.  Questions may be directed to department chair atdarcie.vandegrift@drake.edu.  

Drake University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology beginning August 2015.  The department seeks an outstanding teacher and scholar with expertise in microbiology.  Teaching assignments include microbiology and lab, First-Year seminar, and possibly cell biology, genetics, parasitology or immunology.  The course load is 21 hours of instruction per academic year.  A Ph.D. in microbiology or a related field is preferred, an ABD is acceptable. Applicants must have a strong commitment to active learning pedagogies and a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching. To apply, go to  https://drake.HireTouch.com/ and submit a letter of application, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and CV that includes names of three references.   Review of applications will begin on January 15th and will continue until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to department chair at thomas.rosburg@drake.edu

Adjunct Instructor of French (part-time). Master’s degree or equivalent experience required. Native or near-native proficiency. One course of beginning French each semester. Preference will be given to an instructor who utilizes a methodology focusing on communicative competence and the development of cultural understanding.  If questions, please contact Dr. Marc Pinheiro-Cadd at marc.pinheiro-cadd@drake.edu or 515-271-3923.

Drake University’s Philosophy and Religion Department invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Religion for the fall semester 2015 from August 31 through December 18, 2015. The successful candidate will teach one section of PHIL 104: Ancient Philosophy on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00-3:15 p.m. and one section of PHIL 021: Intro to Philosophy on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-10:45 a.m. To apply, go to 

Drake University’s Philosophy and Religion Department invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Religion for the fall semester 2015 from August 31 through December 18, 2015. The successful candidate will teach one section of REL 151: Religion and Film on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30-4:45 p.m.  A Master’s degree and teaching experience is required.

Full-time 12-month continuing appointment Sammons Group Executive Director of the School of Actuarial Science and Associate Professor of Practice in Actuarial Science.  Responsibilities include building relationships with the School’s external constituencies, teaching 2 courses per semester, collaborating with faculty on applied research, advising students, and service. The optimal candidate for this position has a passion for connecting theory and practice in the world of actuarial science and will serve as the School of Actuarial Science primary point of contact with the professional world.  Actuarial credentials (FSA preferred) and executive level experience in actuarial science are required. Applicants with an interest in collaborating with the faculty on applied research will be given preference.  A Ph.D. in Actuarial Science or closely related field is attractive. Submit cover letter, CV or resume, including 3 references, to https://drake.HireTouch.com/. Reviews begin on February 1, 2015. Questions may be directed to Dr. Deb Bishop, search chair, at deb.bishop@drake.edu

Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (www.drake.edu/cphs) invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Pharmaceutical, Biomedical and Administrative Sciences. The position is available July 1, 2015. Applicants with a Ph.D. in pharmaceutical sciences are preferred; ABD applicants or those with a Pharm.D. and additional relevant training will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with training or teaching experience in pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical technology, pharmaceutical compounding, pharmacokinetics, or a closely related area.

The successful candidate is expected to develop innovative teaching approaches and an ongoing, fundable research program and must have a strong commitment to teaching and research mentoring at the undergraduate level.  Instructional responsibilities include courses in the Pharm.D. professional program and the undergraduate program in the health sciences. The College supports an interdisciplinary and collaborative environment for scholarly activity; start-up funds and research space are available.

Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (http://www.drake.edu/cphs/) invites applications for a full time twelve-month non-tenure track Assistant Professor in the Clinical Sciences Department. The position is available July 1, 2015.   Candidates must have a PharmD with residency training (PGY1) in Acute Care, Internal Medicine, or related disciplinary areas, or equivalent experience.  A PGY-2 residency or fellowship is highly desirable.   Eligibility for pharmacist licensure in Iowa is required.

Primary responsibilities include provision of acute care patient care services, provision of introductory and advanced pharmacy practice student educational experiences, teaching in didactic courses, and assisting in the delivery of interprofessional education. The candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills, a commitment to excellence in teaching, and expertise in delivery of interprofessional patient care in the acute care setting.  The practice site will be at an acute care institution in the Des Moines metropolitan area. This position will also be responsible for advising students, participating in College and University faculty governance, and engaging in scholarship efforts appropriate for a non-tenure track position.

Review of applicants will begin January 5, 2015 and continue until the position has been filled.  Salary is competitive and dependent on qualifications and experience.  Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, narrative on teaching philosophy, and the contact information for three references online. Additional information about employment at Drake University may be viewed at http://www.drake.edu/hr.

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Wendy Mobley-Bukstein, PharmD CDE at wendy.mobley-bukstein@drake.edu

Drake University is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks applicants who reflect the diversity of the nation. No applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status.

Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (http://www.drake.edu/cphs/) invites applications for a full time, twelve-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor who will serve as a faculty member for a new Doctor in Occupational Therapy program at Drake University. The faculty member will be responsible for assisting in program development and developing and teaching a first year seminar. Ongoing responsibilities include classroom teaching, student advising, college and community service, and scholarship. A terminal doctoral degree or EdD is required. The candidate must have a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring.  The candidate must be a certified occupational therapist who will attain licensure in Iowa at the time the appointment begins. To apply upload a letter of interest, a current curriculum vitae including three references and a statement of teaching philosophy.  Questions may be directed to Wendy Duncan, Dean of the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.  Information about the Drake community may be viewed at http://www.drake.edu/hr.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a successful candidate is identified.  Salary is competitive and dependent on qualifications and experience.

Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences invites applications for a full time, twelve-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor who will serve as Fieldwork Coordinator (FC) for a new Doctor in Occupational Therapy program at Drake University. Candidates for the Clinical Assistant Professor/Academic Fieldwork Coordinator must hold a terminal doctoral or EdD degree, be eligible for a licensure in Iowa as an occupational therapist when employment begins and have a minimum of three years’ experience in the field of occupational therapy that includes; clinical practice, administrative experience, and clinical preceptor experience.The FC will be responsible for year-round administration of the fieldwork program, initiating and maintaining communication between academic and fieldwork sites, routinely evaluating quality and appropriateness of fieldwork sites and supporting continuous improvement, ensuring that ACOE standards are met, coordinating student assignments to fieldwork sites and continuing professional development support for clinical educators. Additional responsibilities include classroom teaching, student advising, college and community service, and scholarship.

Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (http://www.drake.edu/cphs/) invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, tenure-track Associate Professor who will serve as director of pre-professional programs in the College.  The director will develop and implement strategies to position the pre-professional programs as the national model for developing engaged learners.  Broad areas of responsibilities include development of a guiding vision as it relates to the education of future healthcare professionals, coordination of pre-professional health sciences programs and working with faculty to develop courses that integrate the disciplinary focus of foundational courses with the effective and efficient problem-solving and decision-making of the professions.  The director will teach, serve on committees, participate in community engagement activities, and conduct scholarship. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, narrative on teaching philosophy, and the contact information for three references.   Questions regarding the position should be directed to Renae Chesnut at renae.chesnut@drake.edu.

Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (www.drake.edu/cphs) invites applications for a full time, twelve-month tenure track Associate/Professor who will serve as director of a new Doctor of Occupational Therapy program.  The director will be responsible for program and curriculum development, completing necessary accreditation applications and self-study reports, administrative duties, teaching, and supervision of future OT faculty.  S/he will implement policies and procedures that support the program and assure that it aligns with the University and College Mission. The director will teach, serve on committees, participate in community engagement activities and conduct scholarship. A terminal degree (OTD, Dr. OT, or Ph.D) in occupational therapy or EdD is required.  A minimum of 8 years of documented experience in the field of occupational therapy is required.  This experience must include 1) Clinical practice as an occupational therapist; 2) Administrative experience including, but not limited to, program planning and implementation, personnel management, evaluation, and budgeting; 3) Scholarship as defined by Boyer; and 4) At least 3 years of experience in a full-time academic appointment with teaching responsibilities at the post baccalaureate level.  The candidate must have the level of experience and credentials to be appointed at the rank of associate or full professor.  The candidate must be a certified occupational therapist who will attain licensure in Iowa at the time the appointment begins.

Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (http://www.drake.edu/cphs/) invites applications for a half time (.5FTE), twelve-month, non-tenure track Instructor in the Clinical Sciences Department. The position is available July 1, 2015.   Candidates must be a pharmacist licensed in the state of Iowa or eligible for licensure. Experience as a pharmacist preceptor or post-graduate training (i.e., PGY1, PGY2, clinical fellowship) are desirable. Primary responsibilities include teaching in the Pharmacy Skills and Applications course series (PSA), assisting with coordination of one or more courses, planning and coordinating inter-professional education events, assist in managing PSA laboratories, and coordinating classroom activities with introductory pharmacy practice experiences. The candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills, commitment to excellence in teaching, commitment to advancing inter-professional education, willingness to participate in scholarship, and strong administrative skills.  This position will also be responsible for mentoring students, participating in College and University faculty governance, and engaging in scholarship efforts appropriate for a non-tenure track instructor. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Salary is competitive and dependent on qualifications and experience.  Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, narrative on teaching philosophy, and the contact information for three references online at https://drake.hiretouch.com/.   Additional information about employment at Drake University may be viewed at http://www.drake.edu/hr. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Sally Haack, PharmD. , at sally.haack@drake.edu.

The Drake University Educational Leadership Team invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor. This position will be responsible for teaching EDL 274:  School, Community, and Society. The successful candidate will teach one section in the summer of 2015 to a cohort of aspiring principals. The course objectives have already been established. The instructor is responsible for facilitating course activities and projects designed to meet the course objectives as well as grading all related coursework.

The Drake University Leadership & Counseling Department invites applications for an adjunct instructor position. This person will be responsible for teaching a one weekend / one credit graduate section of MSLD 298: Special Topics. Special Topics courses are offered twice a year in the Master of Science in Leadership development.  The successful candidate will teach one section in the fall of 2015. The instructor is expected to submit a proposal for his/her own Special Topics course.  Thus, the instructor is responsible for developing the syllabus, facilitating course activities and projects and grading all related coursework. Candidates must submit a letter of interest and a CV/resume online. Drake is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks applicants who reflect the diversity of the country. No applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status. A minimum of a master’s degree in a related field is required. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in leadership development or to candidates with considerable leadership experience

The Application Developer 3, Team Lead will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting applications for Drake University, working closely with users to create innovative solutions that meet business needs. The person in this position will lead development efforts for the Ellucian Banner system, serving as both mentor and senior-level developer for operational duties, small enhancements, and large projects.

Reporting to the Director of Institutional Research and Assessment, the Assessment Coordinator will join a collaborative team to improve student learning and enhance successful academic programs through student learning assessment. Assessment at Drake is a shared process that involves establishing learning outcomes, measuring outcome achievement, identifying ways to use assessment information to guide improvement, and implementing improvement plans.

The Drake University IT Client Services Manager is responsible for ensuring high quality, consistent technology customer support for faculty, staff, students, and key University constituents.  The IT Client Services Manager will manage a team focused on tier 1, tier 2, and tier 3 support, ensuring these services meet or exceed internal and external expectations and benchmarks/metrics.  The person in this role will work to ensure a strong customer service-focused team based upon clear process, established service level agreements, and focus on continuous improvement.  This leader will also manage the process for communicating outage/critical incident to the institution and manage key technology vendor partner relationships.

The Network Engineer 2 helps to implement and maintain our LAN and WAN environments, including wireless technologies. Implements, configures, and maintain network equipment including, but not limited to, hubs, routers, firewalls, and communication links. Coordinate the functions associated with operating a Local Area Network and Wide Area Network such as assigning passwords, ordering equipment, assigning terminals, connecting basic equipment, and logging calls for assistance. Monitor network performance and prepare reporting data for management. Provides detailed and complete documentation, standardized design, and user operating procedures. Performs tests, completes routine maintenance, and troubleshoots hardware and software problems related to the University network.  Installs and maintains hardware and software components related to the operation of the University's data and voice network; makes recommendations on related configurations. Evaluates data and voice network/server utilization to identify opportunities for more efficient operations, or to expand the infrastructure.  Redesigns or modifies existing and proposed infrastructure as needed. Serves as third level support for data and voice network related user application problems.  Investigates data and voice network software/hardware related problems and coordinates problem resolution with software vendors, hardware manufacturers, and/or in-house IT support staff.

A post-doctoral position in theoretical/computational AMO physics is available at Drake University.The appointment will be made on an annual basis and may be extended for up to three years depending on performance and continued external funding.PhD in Theoretical or Computational Physics or Applied Mathematics with a background in Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics.The successful candidate is expected to perform calculations for photon and electron collisions with complex atoms and ions, as well as small molecules.Particular emphasis will be placed on the time-dependent treatment of short-pulse intense-laser processes.Familiarity with common numerical methods used in this field as well as programming experience to implement such methods is required.Substantial supercomputer resources are available for the project, and thus working with massively parallel computing architectures will be a substantial part of the work. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to build a teaching record by giving one course per year to undergraduate students majoring in physics and/or astronomy.Hence, excellent written and oral communication skills in English are required. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.Application materials should include: cover letter with a statement of research and teaching interests, C.V., and the names and contact information of three references. Applications should be submitted electronically through https://drake.hiretouch.com (select the desired position and follow the instructions to apply and upload the requested materials). Please address questions regarding the position to klaus.bartschat@drake.edu

Drake University Head Start is seeking a qualified candidate that would be responsible for working with an assigned group of families to provide parent education, assist in the development Family Partnership Plans and family driven goals, and assist with providing social service information and community resource referrals to families. In addition, this position would assist with recruitment of families into the Head Start and Early Head Start programs. A B.S. or B.A. in social work, psychology, sociology, human services, child, parent, and family services or related field required. 1 to 3 years experience working with families on a professional basis. Head Start experience preferred.

Drake University Head Start is seeking a qualified candidate that would be responsible for working with an assigned group of families to provide parent education, assist in the development Family Partnership Plans and family driven goals, and assist with providing social service information and community resource referrals to families. In addition, this position would assist with recruitment of families into the Head Start and Early Head Start programs. B.S. or B.A. in social work, psychology, sociology, human services, child, parent, and family services or related field required. 1 to 3 years experience working with families on a professional basis. Head Start experience preferred.

This position requires both content and instructional expertise in the area of early childhood education.   The instructional coach will work with classroom staff to increase child outcomes and effective teacher practices.  This position, with the focus on individual and group professional learning, will expand and refine the understanding and practice of research- and evidence-based, effective instruction and assessment.  This position will provide support based on identified goals and needs of the program. Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field required. Experience in coaching or teaching leadership, minimum of 3-5 years as lead teacher in early childhood setting utilizing research or evidence based instructional practice. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite required. Prefer a current Iowa teaching license with early childhood endorsement. Experience with Head Start and childcare licensing regulations and design and delivery of quality professional development for administrators and teachers.

This position requires both content and instructional expertise in the area of early childhood education.   The instructional coach will work with classroom staff to increase child outcomes and effective teacher practices.  This position, with the focus on individual and group professional learning, will expand and refine the understanding and practice of research- and evidence-based, effective instruction and assessment.  This position will provide support based on identified goals and needs of the program. Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field required. Experience in coaching or teaching leadership, minimum of 3-5 years as lead teacher in early childhood setting utilizing research or evidence based instructional practice. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite required. Prefer a current Iowa teaching license with early childhood endorsement. Experience with Head Start and childcare licensing regulations and design and delivery of quality professional development for administrators and teachers.

Drake University Head Start, a comprehensive early childhood program, is seeking a professional candidate to join their team in serving as a full-time substitute supporting teachers, teacher associates, and children in daily activities in the classroom. This individual will participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a developmentally appropriate early childhood curriculum and practice. This position will consist of light cooking, assisting the teacher or teacher associate, and working directly with children. Some time spent completing paperwork. This position may include completing home visits for the Head Start and Early Head Start programs. This position will involve travel within a six county service area (Boone, Jasper, Story, Marion, Polk and Warren counties). This is a 9 month, full-time position. A minimum of a CDA (Child Development Associate) credential or an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education required. A minimum of one year of work in an early childhood setting required. Head Start experience preferred.

Drake University Head Start is seeking a qualified candidate to serve a temporary, part-time Technical/Mechanical Specialist. This position will assist with the cleaning of Head Start and Early Head Start classrooms, perform maintenance services for locations in a six county service area and oversee ordering of maintenance supplies and tools. Previous experience cleaning classrooms and offices preferred. Experience troubleshooting with information technology equipment also preferred.

This position reports to the Director of Environmental Health and Safety. The Environmental Specialist has responsibilities for chemical and regulated waste management, safety program maintenance, facility audits and environmental and safety program oversight.The successful candidate will be a self-starter that has previous environmental and safety compliance experience, a working knowledge of chemicals, a strong understanding of compliance requirements, ability to work independently and excellent communication skills with a strong work ethic.

Drake University is seeking a part-time Assistant Football Coach.  This position will be responsible for assisting with organization and execution of contests, practices and meetings. Work with Athletic Business office, Compliance, Admissions and other institutional offices to ensure timeliness and accuracy of all written records.

To make rounds and keep log up-to-date.  Plant Operations.  Check main boiler plants at least every 2 to 3 hours. Communicate problems to Leadperson.  Take daily readings, log activities.  Start and stop machinery.  Be courteous and neat in appearance and dress in uniform.  Prompt and regular attendance required.  Carry out oral and written instructions.  Complete preventative maintenance work orders.  Work well with others.  Ability to work with minimum supervision.  Hours: Split shifts. Sunday and Monday 3:00 PM-11:00 PM. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.