Description
The Howard University College of Pharmacy invites applications for a 12-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Pharmaceutics at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, depending on qualifications and experience. The successful candidate is expected to begin employment as soon as possible.
About Howard University
Founded in 1867, Howard University is a private, historically Black research university with over 10,000 students enrolled across 14 schools and colleges. The College of Pharmacy has a distinguished tradition of educating "Pharmacy Leaders for America and the Global Community."
As an integral component of Howard University Health Sciences, the College collaborates closely with the Colleges of Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing and Allied Health Sciences, and Howard University Hospital. The College maintains international partnerships with research and practice sites in multiple countries and offers a vibrant, diverse academic environment that supports excellence in teaching, research, service, and professional development.
The College is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) and offers the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.), fully online Pharm.D., dual Pharm.D./MBA, dual Pharm.D/MPH and Ph.D. degrees in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Position Summary
The successful candidate will join the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and report directly to the Department Chair. The faculty member is expected to contribute to excellence in teaching, scholarship, research, and service consistent with the mission of Howard University.
Requirements
Qualifications
Applicants must possess:
An earned Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree) in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely related discipline.
Postdoctoral research experience is strongly preferred.
Evidence of, or strong potential for, establishing an innovative, extramurally funded research program.
A demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and service.
Appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank will be based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and academic accomplishments.
Teaching Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Teach Pharm.D. courses in Pharmaceutics, including pharmaceutics, biopharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics and novel drug delivery systems in both traditional and online pathways.
Participate in team teaching of Pharmaceutical Calculations in both traditional and online pathways.
Develop and teach elective courses aligned with their expertise in both traditional and online pathways.
Teach and mentor graduate students in the Ph.D. program.
Implement evidence-based, student-centered teaching strategies utilizing resources available through Howard University's Center for Excellence in Teaching, Learning and Assessment (CETLA).
Research Expectations
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Establish and sustain a rigorous, externally funded research laboratory.
Publish scholarly work in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and give presentations at reputable conferences.
Mentor Pharm.D. and graduate students in research.
Foster collaborative research within the College, University, and with external partners.
Service Responsibilities
Faculty members are expected to contribute actively to the mission of the College through:
Academic advising and student mentoring.
Service on departmental, college, university, and professional committees.
Participation in ACPE accreditation activities.
Faculty development initiatives.
Student recruitment and admissions activities.
Community engagement and professional outreach.
Active participation in seminars, workshops, and continuing professional development.
Maintaining effective communication and collaborative working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders.
Contribute to formulation and characterization of dosage forms within the HUCOP Pharmaceutical Research, Innovation & Manufacturing Enterprise (H-PRIME) enterprise.
Performing other duties assigned by the Department Chair.
Why Join Howard University?
The College of Pharmacy currently enrolls more than 300 professional and graduate students and is supported by over 30 full-time faculty members. Located in the nation's capital, Washington, DC, Howard University provides outstanding opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, research, public service, and engagement with governmental, healthcare, and scientific organizations.
Salary and Benefits
Howard University offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, along with an excellent benefits package.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit one PDF file containing the following documents in the order listed:
Letter of Interest
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Statement of Research Interests (maximum two pages)
Names and contact information for three professional references
Applications should be submitted electronically or mailed to:
Pradeep Karla, Ph.D.
Chair, Search Committee
Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Howard University College of Pharmacy
2300 Fourth Street NW
Washington, DC 20059
Howard University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering an inclusive academic community and encourages applications from individuals who will contribute to the excellence and diversity of its educational and research missions.
