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.

• 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.

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology and/or Toxicology, or similar fields in biomedical sciences.
• Experience in teaching at the baccalaureate and/or graduate school level.

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.

Demonstrated excellence in teaching and research evidenced by a strong publication record in peer‑reviewed journals.

• Postdoctoral research experience.
• Experience in course oversight or administration.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching at the baccalaureate and/or graduate school level.

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

UC offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs.
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities.
• Tuition remission for the employee and eligible dependents across most university programs.
• Retirement plans: state pension options (OPERS, STRS) or Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP); university contributes 14‑18% of salary.
• Time‑off: vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, additional end‑of‑year paid time off (Winter Season Days), 6 weeks of paid parental leave.

For all faculty hires, official academic transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

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