Xavier University of Louisiana currently has the following faculty openings.
Please refer to the specific ad for more detailed application and contact information.

College of Arts and Sciences Openings -- Starting Fall 2008

Business Division – One Tenure-Track position

History Department - One Lecturer position

Mathematics Department – At least one Tenure-Track position

College of Pharmacy -- Ongoing Searches

Division of Clinical and Administrative Sciences - Non-Tenure Track positions:

1. Clinical Instructor of Pharmacy Practice
2. Assistant or Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice
3. Drug Information Specialist

Library

Assistant Director for Access Services

College of Arts & Sciences

Business Division

Conrad N. Hilton Chair in Entrepreneurship
The Hilton Chair in Entrepreneurship, Division of Business, Xavier University of Louisiana exists to: seek funding from government and private sources, conduct community seminars and workshops, establish networks with the business community, and teach undergraduate courses in entrepreneurship and business.  Requirements - Ph.D. in business or a related field, teaching and/or research/consulting/business ownership experiences, and a strong commitment to the mission of Xavier University.  Tenure-track position, beginning January or August 2009.  Send letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information of three professional references to: John Mitchell, Ph.D.; Chair, Faculty Search Committee; Division of Business; Box 52; Xavier University of Louisiana; New Orleans, LA  70125-1098.  E-mail: jmitchel@xula.edu.  Division of Business (www.xula.edu/business) is fully accredited by ACBSP. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.  Consideration of credentials will begin IMMEDIATELY and continue until the position is filled.  AA/EOE.

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History Department

The History Department at Xavier University of Louisiana invites applicants for a one-year, full-time lecturer position in World History. The successful applicant will teach four courses of the World History survey per semester. Teaching experience and Ph.D. preferred. Masters degree in History required.
 
Electronic submissions welcome. Send letter of application, c.v., and three letters of recommendation to Steven J. Salm at <sjsalm@xula.edu>. Position will commence 17 August 2009. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Xavier University is an AA/EOE employer. Applications from women, ethnic minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged.

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Mathematics Department

The Department of Mathematics invites applications for at least one tenure-track position, starting fall 2009. Mathematics faculty are expected to teach undergraduate and developmental mathematics courses, advise students, and actively participate in scholarly, professional, and grant activities. A Ph. D. in mathematics or statistics is preferred (ABD candidates will be considered) and we will seek out candidates who show potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship. Send a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, names of three references, and resume to: Dr. S. Unnithan, Search Committee Chair or via e-mail to sunnitha@xula.edu. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply through www.MathJobs.org.  Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Submission of AMS Application Cover Sheet is required. Review of applications begins November 10, 2008 and will continue until positions are filled. Xavier University of Louisiana, a Catholic, historically black university, is an AA/EOE.

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College of Pharmacy

Pharmacy - Clinical Instructor of Pharmacy Practice
Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy is seeking qualified pharmacists to help with the facilitation of clinical education and case discussion courses. The successful candidate will be tasked to maintain a medication therapy management service in partnership with one or more of the clinical faculty. Minimum qualification: PharmD with at least two years experience. Interested Candidates should contact Dr. Janel Bailey Wheeler, Chair of the Recruitment Committee, at jbailey1@xula.edu. A letter of interest, a CV, official college transcripts and three letters of reference will be required of every applicant.

Pharmacy - Assistant or Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice
Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy is seeking qualified pharmacists to precept clinical education students and participate in didactic courses. The successful candidate will be tasked to maintain a medication therapy management service in a clinical site consistent with the applicant's practice interests. Ambulatory and Acute Care sites available. Minimum qualification: PharmD with completion of a Pharmacy Practice Residency or three years clinical practice experience. Special consideration will be given to applicants with PGY2+ training, those with additional years of clinical experience and those with specialty certifications. Interested Candidates should contact Dr. Janel Bailey Wheeler, Chair of the Recruitment Committee, at jbailey1@xula.edu. A letter of interest, a CV, official college transcripts and three letters of reference will be required of every applicant.

Pharmacy - Drug Information Specialist
Xavier University of Louisiana College of Pharmacy is seeking qualified pharmacists to help with the facilitation of clinical education and the delivery of drug information services. The successful candidate will be tasked to the Xavier University Drug Information Center in partnership with the Center's Director. Minimum qualification: PharmD with at least two years experience. Experience in one or more aspects of drug information is preferred but not required. Interested Candidates should contact Dr. Janel Bailey Wheeler, Chair of the Recruitment Committee, at jbailey1@xula.edu. A letter of interest, a CV, official college transcripts and three letters of reference will be required of every applicant.

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Library

Library -- Assistant Director for Access Services
Xavier University of Louisiana, a Catholic, historically Black university, seeks a dynamic and service-oriented librarian for the position of Assistant Director for Access Services of the Xavier Library.  Founded in 1915, Xavier’s enrollment stands at more than 3100.  For the last fourteen years Xavier has ranked first in the nation in placing African American students into medical school and the College of Pharmacy is one of the top producers of African American pharmacists.  The successful candidate will join a team of twenty-

two full-time staff, including eleven Faculty rank librarians, and supervise four Faculty librarians and twelve full and part-time staff members.     

Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for all library service desks including Circulation, Reserve, Government Documents, Interlibrary Loan and the Pharmacy Library.  The successful candidate will plan, coordinate, develop, and implement policies and procedures for the department as well as promote quality reference and service.  Major responsibilities include scheduling, supervising, training, and evaluation of library Faculty and staff, including evening and weekend staff, and collecting and analyzing user statistics.  The successful candidate will participate in reference, instruction, and collection development, and will serve as liaison to some academic departments in selecting books for the library collection.  Teaching is also a component of service and to this end the candidate will teach classes in library instruction.         

Qualifications:
A MLS, or equivalent degree, from an ALA-accredited program, three years of library managerial or supervisory experience; a strong commitment to patron relations; excellent written and oral communication skills; and the initiative and ability to work creatively and cooperatively both as a team member and independently.  Information technology skills in relevant areas such as database, integrated library systems, and Web applications are expected.  Candidate must demonstrate the ability to meet promotion requirements. 

Salary, benefits, and application procedure:
Librarians have 11-month, faculty status, non-tenure track appointments.  Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and degrees.  To apply please email or send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references to:

Irwin Lachoff, Chair, Library Search Committee, Xavier University Library,
1 Drexel Drive, New Orleans, LA  70125, 504-520-7655, or:  ilachoff@xula.edu

The review process will begin February 1, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. 

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