Assistant Professor - Special Title Series

University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting DetailsPosting DetailsJob TitleAssistant Professor - Special Title SeriesRequisition NumberFE04646Working TitleDepartment Name7K700:PHARMACY PRACTICE & SCIENCEWork LocationLexington, KYType of PositionFacultyPosition Time StatusFull-TimeTenure Track StatusTenure TrackRequired EducationDoctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degreeRequired Related Experience u2022 Demonstrated experience in building, leading, and refining undergraduate curricula u2022 Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate and/or professional level u2022 Strong oral and written communication skills u2022 Commitment to establishing and maintaining a program of scholarly activityRequired License/Registration/CertificationNoneJob SummaryThe University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy invites applications for a tenure-eligible faculty position in the Special Title Series at the rank of Assistant Professor within the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science. This is a 12-month appointment.The successful candidate will provide leadership for the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS) program, ensuring effective integration with the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program. This individual will serve as a leader in curricular innovation, program evaluation, and student success initiatives within the BSPS program while developing and maintaining a scholarly presence in pharmacy education and related social and administrative sciences.Teaching responsibilities will focus on courses in the BSPS curriculum that introduce undergraduate students to pharmacy practice and social/administrative sciences research in pharmacy. The faculty member will also contribute significantly to the Collegeu2019s teaching, research, service, and administrative missions, with an emphasis on advancing undergraduate and professional pharmacy education. The successful candidate will have an area of specialization in educational leadership, curricular integration, and undergraduate education in pharmacy.Responsibilities include: u2022 Administration (40%) - Lead the BSPS program, including curricular oversight, program evaluation, budgeting, faculty/staff supervision, recruitment, and retention. Represent the College in BSPS-related initiatives and align program goals with the Collegeu2019s strategic priorities. u2022 Instruction (35%) - Teach in the BSPS, PharmD, or graduate programs as appropriate; contribute to curricular design, assessment, and educational innovation; mentor and advise students across undergraduate, professional, and graduate programs. u2022 Scholarship (10%) - Develop and maintain a scholarly program in pharmacy education and related social and administrative sciences, disseminating findings through peer-reviewed publications and presentations. Seek external or internal funding to support scholarly initiatives as appropriate. u2022 Service (10%) - Engage in service to the College, University, and profession, including committee membership, student mentorship, and professional organization involvement. u2022 Professional Development (5%) - Pursue activities to strengthen teaching, administration, and scholarship.Qualifications: u2022 Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree u2022 Demonstrated experience in building, leading, and refining undergraduate curricula u2022 Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate and/or professional level u2022 Strong oral and written communication skills u2022 Commitment to establishing and maintaining a program of scholarly activityApplication materials must include:1) Curriculum vitae2) Cover letter3) Teaching and mentoring philosophy statement (under specific request #1)4) Research statement (under specific request #2)5) Names and contact information of three referencesApplication review will begin November 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.For questions about the position, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Stacy Taylor ().For questions regarding submitting application materials, contact UK Human Resources ( or call 859-257-9555, option 2).Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities?YesPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to ApplyOpen Until FilledYesOur University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents1. Curriculum Vita2. Cover Letter3. Specific Request 14. Specific Request 2Optional DocumentsApply Here:

Created: 2025-12-05