Adjunct Instructor - LIEOC; Pharmacy Technician

Location

Farmingdale, NY

Category: Adjunct

Job Type: Part-time Temporary

Posted On: Mon Apr 20 2026

The Long Island Educational Opportunity Center (LIEOC) at Farmingdale State College is seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Adjunct Instructor to teach a Pharmacy Technician class in the Hempstead, NY location. The incumbent will deliver high-quality instruction to students preparing for national certification and roles within retail, hospital, and specialty pharmacy settings. Ideal candidates enjoy sharing their expertise and helping students gain confidence in their technical, regulatory, and professional skills.

• Teach engaging lessons covering pharmacy operations, pharmacology fundamentals, compounding, medication safety, and pharmacy regulations.
• Provide interactive demonstrations of real-world pharmacy workflows, equipment, and calculations.
• Assess student knowledge through assignments, quizzes, labs, and certification exam preparation activities.
• Maintain accurate academic records and provide clear, constructive feedback to learners.
• Ensure all instruction aligns with PTCB/NHA exam standards and state pharmacy regulations.
• Support student success through mentorship and career guidance.

Instruction for this role is scheduled on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 5:30pm to 9:30pm at our Hempstead, NY location.

Farmingdale State College is committed to fostering and supporting a teaching, learning, and working environment that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. As such, the college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills, and abilities that include:

• The commitment to diversity and college initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.
• An interest in participating in student-centered service activities.
• The desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with community partners.

• Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or NHA).
• Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills.

• Experience working with underserved populations.
• Experience in retail, hospital, or specialty pharmacy.
• Teaching or training experience in a pharmacy environment.
• Experience with sterile compounding or hospital operations.

The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans.

Farmingdale State College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status.