Assistant/Associate Professor

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Closing Date:

11/01/2026

Type of Position:

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

• University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
• The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks ( available for benefits eligible positions only ):

• •Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• •Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• •Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• •Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• •Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• •Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• •Merchant Discounts
• •Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

• COP | Pharmaceutical Science
• Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The faculty level position is a 12-month position within Pharmaceutical Sciences on the UAMS main campus in Little Rock. Non-modified faculty member appointments participate in the three mission areas of teaching, service, and research and are expected to be good academic citizens.

The faculty member will teach and develop pharmacy educational materials in one or more of the following areas: physiology, pharmacology, biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, pharmacokinetics, and pharmaceutics. The faculty appointment will be in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences in the College of Pharmacy. While the primary focus of this position is education and scholarship, commitment to research activities and service to the College, University, and profession are also expected.

The successful candidate will provide functions in teaching, research/scholarly activities, professional development, academic citizenship, and administrative academic service. Candidates with a focus on student-centered engagement and active learning approaches that emphasize discussions, problem-solving, case studies, and hands-on activities are encouraged to apply. Other educational and/or institutional opportunities may be available depending on faculty members experience and interests. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience.

Qualifications:

PhD, PharmD, or terminal degree in an appropriate field required.

Responsibilities:

Provides functions in teaching, research/scholarly activities, professional development, academic citizenship, and administrative academic service. ​

This position is a Designated Research Position and is regulated by the Arkansas Research Education Protection Act of 2025 . Prior to issuance of an offer of employment, the University is required to request and obtain additional information about an applicant’s background and, if required, conduct an additional review of that background information.

Additional Information:

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Occasional Physical Activity:

Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Walking

Salary Information:

• "Salary is commensurate with Education and Experience"
• Required Documents to Apply:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes