Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 01/13/2026 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please apply by February 23, 2026. Review of applications will begin on February 23, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. A complete application includes:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum vitae
• One-page statement of teaching philosophy
• The names, titles, and contact information for three professional references

Questions about the position should be directed to:

Deborah Elder, Pharm.D.

Assistant Department Head for Undergraduate and Professional Education

Clinical Professor

250 W. Green Street

Athens, GA 30602

Phone: 706-542-7306
Email: dlstrong@uga.edu
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement
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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Clinical Assistant Professor FLSA Faculty Rank Clinical Assistant Professor Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Pharm.D. degree.
Position Summary
The Department of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences in the College of Pharmacy at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track position at the level of Clinical Assistant Professor. We seek an individual who will teach in the areas of Biotechnology, Pharmaceutics/Compounding & Formulation, Pharmacogenomics, Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics, Pharmaceutics/ Drug Delivery, and other pharmaceutics-related courses. The successful candidate will complement and build upon the Department's existing research strengths, which include active programs in chemical biology, pharmacology and pharmaceutics, cancer biology, and infectious diseases.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must hold a Pharm.D. degree and have a current license or demonstrate the ability to become licensed to practice in the state of Georgia.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Previous teaching history in a College/School of Pharmacy is preferred.
Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Support the delivery of the undergrad and graduate/Pharm D programs of the College of Pharmacy.
Percentage Of Time 80 Duties/Responsibilities
Develop and maintain a nationally recognized educational program.
Percentage Of Time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Involvement and leadership in the department, college, and University committees, as well as health systems and professional organizations.
Percentage Of Time 10

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information
4. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy

Optional Documents