Visiting Assistant Professor of Pharmacology

Overview: St. John Fisher University is an independent, liberal arts institution that provides a transformative education to approximately 3,800 undergraduate, masteru2019s, and doctoral students each year. Across its five Schools, Fisher offers nearly 40 majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, education, and nursing; 11 pre-professional programs; and masteru2019s and doctoral programs in business, nursing, education, pharmacy, and public health. The Universityu2019s residential campus boasts a robust living and learning community and a successful intercollegiate athletics program. Fisher is a community where all are welcome, regardless of religious or cultural background. The University continues to honor its founders, the Congregation of St. Basil, by embracing their motto, u201cTeach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge.u201d We are located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acresu2014a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community. Job Responsibilities: Core responsibilities of this position include: + Collaboratively develop and enhance pharmaceutical sciences education in the Doctor of Pharmacy program. + Create and deliver course material and/or coordinate team-instructed courses in the campus and online pathways. + Provide didactic instruction in assigned courses within Pharmacology sequence (Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, etc.) following course syllabi. + Contribute to student orientation and immersion components of Online Pathway instruction. + Engage in innovative teaching methods, including lectures, asynchronous content delivery, demonstrations, and student engagement activities. + Participate in scholarly activities, including research, publication, and presentations relevant to pharmacology or pharmaceutical sciences. + Work collaboratively and productively with colleagues in co-instructed courses and scholarly endeavors. + Contribute and participate in service in the department, school, university, and the discipline/profession. + Mentor students in their academic and professional development, including co-curricular activities. + Participate in the assessment of student learning course outcomes, program learning outcomes, global learning outcomes, and co-curricular learning outcomes. + Participate in the interviewing of student and faculty applicants. + Expected workload distribution (Teaching: 60 u2013 70%, Service: 20%, Scholarship: 10 u2013 20%) Education / Experience: Qualified applicants will hold a Ph.D. in Pharmacology or a related discipline. Previous academic experience, especially in a professional pharmacy program, is highly desirable. Successful candidates will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and a strong desire to contribute to the growth and development of the school through teaching, scholarship, and service in an innovative, thoughtful, and enthusiastic manner. Competencies / Skills: + Teaching Excellence: Proven ability to deliver effective instruction in pharmacology, utilizing innovative and engaging teaching methods in both campus and online settings. + Research and Scholarship: Demonstrated potential or track record of scholarly contributions, with a commitment to advancing research in pharmacology and securing internal/external funding. + Student Mentorship: Strong commitment to mentoring and supporting the academic, professional, and research development of students. + Technological Proficiency: Skilled in using educational technologies, learning management systems, and online instructional design tools. + Collaboration and Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration with students, colleagues, and interdisciplinary teams. + Diversity and Inclusion: Demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive environment that supports a diverse student and faculty population. Supervision of Employees: Supervision of student tutors/work-study students. Work Hours: 3-year contract, 12-month, renewable based on performance. Normal work hours. Special Conditions for Eligibility: + Residency Requirement: The candidate is expected to reside in the Rochester, NY, area or relocate within a reasonable timeframe to fully engage in campus activities, teaching, and collaborative initiatives. + Flexible Schedule: Availability to teach during regular hours, with occasional evenings or weekends required for program needs, including student events, orientation, and immersion experiences. EEO Statement: It is the policy of St. John Fisher University to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in each locality in which the University has employees. The University does not discriminate against applicants or employees in hiring, promotion, termination or the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, perceived sex, gender identity, gender expression, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic, characteristics or genetic information, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Title IX Coordinator is the designated University official with primary responsibility for coordinating compliance with Title IX and related federal and state laws. The Title IX Coordinator, Meg Flaherty, Ph.D., can be reached by phone (585-385-8232), email (), in-person in Campus Center 209, or outside of business hours by contacting the Office of Safety and Security (585-385-8111).

Created: 2026-01-28