Assistant Professor Pharmaceutical Sciences (690150)

Position Overview

The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences in the Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy at East Tennessee State University (ETSU) invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank, with a preferred start date of July 1, 2027. We seek individuals who are passionate about high-quality, evidence-based teaching, innovative research, and fostering a collaborative academic environment. The successful candidate will contribute to the professional pharmacy (PharmD) curriculum through teaching and mentoring, maintain an active program of scholarship, pursue extramural funding opportunities, and engage in service activities that support the department, college, university, and profession. The position provides an opportunity to join a vibrant academic community committed to excellence in pharmacy education, research, and service.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to deliver high-quality, evidence-based instruction in professional pharmacy education.
• Demonstrated commitment to student success, mentoring, and collaborative learning environments.
• Ability to establish and maintain a productive program of scholarship and research.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and external partners across disciplines.
• Commitment to service and engagement within the academic and professional community.

Required Qualifications

• Earned PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related field by the date of appointment.
• Demonstrated record of and/or strong potential for excellence in teaching and scholarly activity appropriate to rank.
• Ability to contribute effectively to the professional pharmacy curriculum
• Potential to develop and sustain a productive research program and pursue external funding.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Expertise in medicinal chemistry, bioanalytical chemistry, immunology, biochemistry, or a related area within pharmaceutical sciences.
• Ability to contribute to multiple areas of instruction, including interdisciplinary teaching across pharmaceutical sciences disciplines.
• Experience in pharmacy education.
• Record of scholarly publications and/or success in obtaining extramural funding commensurate with rank.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary is nationally competitive and consistent with AACP guidelines. Salary will be commensurate with rank, qualifications, and experience.
• A start-up package is available.
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Application Instructions

• Exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice.
• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
• Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
• Applicants should apply through and upload:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Research Interests
• Contact Information for Three Professional References

For additional information, please contact Dr. Brooks Pond, Search Committee Chair, at View email address on aiapply.co.

About Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy offers elite pharmacy training in Johnson City, Tennessee. The college is ranked among the top 5 accredited pharmacy schools in the nation and No. 1 in Tennessee for the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX) and Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE). Gatton has exceptional faculty who use a curriculum designed to prepare students to become the pharmacist of tomorrow, an integral member of the health care team. The college is part of ETSU Health, Tennessee's largest public academic health sciences center that serves the heart of health care for our region.

University Overview

East Tennessee State University is a comprehensive regional university serving approximately 14,000 students. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU is recognized for its commitment to teaching, scholarship, research, service, and community engagement. The university provides a supportive academic environment and serves as a hub for education, healthcare, innovation, and economic development throughout the region.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disclaimer Statement:

The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.