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Assistant/Associate Professor - Pharmacogenomics

American Association of Blacks in Higher Education, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646

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Assistant/Associate Professor - Pharmacogenomics Job Identification: 41804

Job Category: Faculty

Posting Date: 10/09/2025, 12:25 PM

Apply Before: 04/07/2026, 12:25 PM

Degree Level: Doctorate Degree

Locations: 12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612, US

Essential Personnel: No

JOB DESCRIPTION USF Health's mission is to envision and implement the future of health. It is the partnership of the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, the College of Nursing, the College of Public Health, the Taneja College of Pharmacy, the School of Biomedical Sciences and the School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, and the USF Physician's Group. USF is a global research university ranked 34th in federal research expenditures for public universities. For information regarding the USF Health, please visit http://health.usf.edu/index.html. The USF Health Taneja College of Pharmacy (TCOP) is managed by the Dean and an actively engaged administrative leadership team. The college's mission is to transform health by educating students to be outstanding and successful practitioners and leaders in the profession; by leading in the discovery and innovation of education and practice in pharmacy; and by delivering the highest quality care in diverse, inter-professional clinical and community settings. The PCR (Pharmacotherapeutics and Clinical Research) Department at the University of South Florida Taneja College Of Pharmacy invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor in Community Pharmacy Practice. Candidates with a passion for patient care and education, and who thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment, are encouraged to apply. USF Health places a strong emphasis on interprofessional education and research, and candidates should demonstrate a sincere interest in contributing to these missions.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The University of South Florida (USF) Taneja College of Pharmacy invites applications for a faculty position in Clinical Pharmacogenomics. Candidates with a passion for patient care and education, and who thrive in collaborative, team-based environments, are encouraged to apply. USF Health places a strong emphasis on interprofessional education and research, and candidates should demonstrate a sincere interest in contributing to these missions.

The clinical responsibilities of this position will focus on supporting and expanding an established pharmacogenomics service with an active practice site at our flagship teaching hospital, Tampa General Hospital (TGH), and developing collaborations at USF Health Clinics. This service, founded and led by current faculty members, is already integrated into routine patient care. The new faculty member will work with the pharmacogenomics team and interdisciplinary partners to strengthen clinical implementation, contribute to teaching and mentorship, and advance program growth. Opportunities for expansion into additional patient populations and clinical areas are anticipated as the service continues to evolve in alignment with the college’s strategic priorities. This position is housed in the Department of Pharmacotherapy and Clinical Research (PCR) and reports to the PCR Department Chair.

Key responsibilities

Provide clinical support for pharmacogenomics-guided prescribing.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across pharmacy, medicine, genetics, laboratory, and informatics.

Support program implementation, clinical workflows, data tracking, and quality improvement initiatives.

Contribute to the education and mentorship of PharmD students, residents, and fellows.

Teach in the PharmD curriculum, including didactic, experiential, and interprofessional education.

Engage in research, scholarship, and program evaluation in pharmacogenomics and related areas, consistent with departmental and college priorities.

Responsible for student success coaching, mentoring, and related activities.

May represent the university, college/school, or department/unit on university and/or professional organization committees.

Teaching, Clinical, Service, and Research Duties

Teaching Duties (40% FTE): as assigned

Clinical Duties (40% FTE): The effort may be dedicated to activities that align with the incumbent’s professional discipline

Service (10% FTE): As assigned

Research Duties (10% FTE): The effort may be dedicated to activities that align with the incumbent’s professional discipline

Qualifications Minimum:

Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited academic program

Licensed, or eligible for licensure, as a pharmacist in the state of Florida.

Practiced as a clinical pharmacist for greater than 2 years with experience in pharmacogenomics program development, quality improvement, or service implementation and patient counseling.

Meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor.

Preferred Qualifications:

Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY2 residency in Clinical Pharmacogenomics or fellowship training in Clinical Pharmacogenomics; or completion of a PGY1 residency with significant clinical pharmacogenomics experience in an academic health system, teaching hospital, or ambulatory care setting.

Demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, clinical pharmacy practice, research/scholarship, and service.

To Apply for this position, please visit https://jobs.usf.edu/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/USF/jobs/preview/41804/?keyword=41804&mode=location

ABOUT US Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

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