Blackmer Allison B, Siu Anita, Thornton Angela, Johnson Peter N, Nichols Kristen R, Hagemann Tracy M
J Pediatr Pharmacol Ther. 2019 May-Jun;24(3):183-193. doi: 10.5863/1551-6776-24.3.183.
An increasing number of pediatric clinical pharmacists are pursuing careers in academia. Once in an academic position, questions, challenges and benefits related to the processes of academic evaluation and advancement unique to pediatric academia often arise. This is the second article in a 2-part series that attempts to demystify pediatric faculty positions and address gaps in the literature regarding careers in pediatric-focused academic positions. The purpose of this article is to review key aspects pertaining to academic evaluation and the preparation for and process of academic advancement/promotion. A question and answer format is used to discuss common questions related to these processes and tips for success are provided. This article is primarily intended to be used as a helpful guide for junior faculty members as well as mid-level individuals seeking advancement; however, it will also benefit students, trainees, and practicing pharmacists seeking increased knowledge of pediatric academic career paths.
越来越多的儿科临床药剂师投身于学术事业。一旦获得学术职位，与儿科领域独特的学术评估和晋升过程相关的问题、挑战和益处便常常浮现。这是一个两部分系列文章中的第二篇，该系列旨在揭开儿科教职岗位的神秘面纱，并填补文献中关于专注于儿科的学术职位职业发展方面的空白。本文的目的是回顾与学术评估以及学术晋升/升职的准备工作和流程相关的关键方面。采用问答形式来讨论与这些流程相关的常见问题，并提供成功小贴士。本文主要旨在为初级教职员工以及寻求晋升的中级人员提供一份实用指南；然而，对于那些希望增加对儿科学术职业道路了解的学生、实习生和执业药剂师来说，它也会有所助益。
