Adjunct Instructor, Pharmacy Leadership Program

You are invited to submit an application to be included in the general pool of candidates from which qualified faculty roles will be filled. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department and there is no guarantee that an open position currently exists. Appointments are renewed based on departmental need and teaching performance. Classes may be day or evening. Rank and compensation are based on experience and academic credentials.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy houses distinguished faculty, committed students, and pioneering researchers dedicated to enhancing medications and their impact on health outcomes.

The Pharmacy Leadership Program is a practice-focused academic offering designed to support the personal and professional advancement of working pharmacists and PharmD students. The program emphasizes the development of business leadership, management, and strategic decision-making skills, while building a strong understanding of evolving healthcare systems and operational change. Students graduate prepared for career advancement into leadership roles such as coordinator, supervisor, manager, director, and executive. Faculty in the program play a vital role in shaping future pharmacy leaders through applied teaching, mentorship, and engagement with contemporary healthcare challenges.

Qualified individuals are invited to apply to be included in the general pool of candidates from which part-time faculty will be selected for the upcoming academic term (as needed). Appointments are renewed based on departmental need and teaching experience. Classes may be day or evening. Rank and compensation are based on experience and academic credentials.

Essential Functions

• On a part-time basis, conduct and teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses and seminars.
• May serve as an academic advisor for students and evaluate student coursework.
• Engage in other activities ancillary to or in support of responsibilities.
• Review, and where necessary, respond in a timely manner to all University-related communications.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Education

Doctoral degree (Ph.D., Pharm.D., or M.D.) in Pharmacogenomics, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Molecular Genetics, Genomics, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related field.

Required Experience

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex material to students unfamiliar with a subject.
• Ability to work and collaborate with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Postdoctoral training or fellowship experience in pharmacogenomics, pharmacogenetics, or precision medicine research.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Eligibility varies by position and FTE . Highlights include:

Tuition Remission

As a part-time employee, UC provides a limited tuition remission benefit based on role. Tuition remission covers tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS).

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time – pro-rated by FTE. Includes paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days).

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities
• University employee discount program

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here:

Important : To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] .

Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

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