Assistant Professor-Educator, College of Medicine, Dept of Pharmacology, Physiology & Neurobiology

Job Overview The Department of Pharmacology, Physiology, and Neurobiology (PPN) at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is seeking applicants for a full-time (12-month), non-tenure track, educator faculty position, likely at the level of Assistant Professor. This faculty member will serve three programs within the College of Medicine: The Applied Pharmacology & Drug Toxicology Master’s Program, the PhD Program in Pharmacology & Physiology, and undergraduate teaching within the Medical Sciences Baccalaureate Program (BS). The Department of Pharmacology, Physiology, and Neurobiology (PPN) at the University of Cincinnati has a dual mission of research and education, each being fundamentally served by the others. As a member of the PPN department, the candidate’s role will include serving as course director and instructor for Pharmacology and Toxicology courses along with courses designed to train students in integrating and applying scientific knowledge by critically evaluating scientific literature, interpreting data, and effectively communicating scientific outcomes through oral and written communication. Teaching experience and expertise in Safety Pharmacology and Toxicology is especially valuable, since this is vital to the Applied Pharmacology & Drug Toxicology Master’s Program. The Candidate will work closely with academic directors and associate directors in ongoing curriculum and program development, while also supporting Departmental graduate students as an educational resource and advisor. FOR ALL FACULTY HIRES OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE Essential Functions Directing and teaching Pharmacology (i.e., Safety Pharmacology) and Drug Toxicology courses. Collaborating with departmental faculty to develop course materials and strategize innovative teaching methods for general Pharmacology instruction. Serving on curriculum and educational program committees, as needed Experience with student recruitment and committee service including graduate program leadership, is desirable, but not required Minimum Requirements Ph.D. in Pharmacology and/or Toxicology, or similar fields in biomedical sciences Experience in teaching at the baccalaureate and/or graduate school level Required Education Must have obtained a Doctorate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited college or university of recognized standing in a field appropriate to the requirements of the position. For positions within Performing and Studio Arts or Nursing, an appropriate Master’s degree may replace the Doctoral requirement. Required Experience Demonstrated excellence in teaching and research evidenced by strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals. Candidates for a tenured appointment should demonstrate intellectual leadership and impact on the field and potential significant contributions to the department, University of Cincinnati, and wider scholarly community. Additional Qualifications Considered Postdoctoral research experience Experience in course oversight or administration Evidence of excellence in teaching at the baccalaureate and/or graduate school level Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands. Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include: Salary Information: Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering 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) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page. 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. Click here for a list of acceptable documents. 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