Adjunct Faculty - Foundations of Pharmacovigilance

About the role

The School of Professional Studies is seeking an adjunct instructor to develop and teach a short-format course titled Understanding Drug Safety: Foundations of Pharmacovigilance. This offering is designed for pharmacists, clinical research professionals, and individuals working in or transitioning into regulatory or drug safety roles. The course provides a focused, practice-oriented introduction to how drug safety is monitored across the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver course content (approximately 24 hours), including micro-lectures, case studies, discussion prompts, and short knowledge checks.
• Design and administer applied assessments aligned with course outcomes.
• Deliver engaging, applied instruction covering topics such as pharmacovigilance systems, global regulatory frameworks, adverse event reporting, case processing, and benefit-risk evaluation.
• Facilitate real-world application through case-based discussions, including walkthroughs of safety reports from intake through regulatory submission.
• Guide learners in interpreting key pharmacovigilance concepts such as valid case criteria, seriousness, expectedness, and reporting timelines.
• Create an inclusive and engaging virtual learning environment for professionals with varied backgrounds in healthcare and life sciences.
• Ensure the course meets the high-quality standards of MCPHS professional and online education.
• Review learner feedback and engagement data to support continuous course improvement.

Requirements

Candidates should be comfortable teaching in a virtual environment and facilitating applied, discussion-based learning for a diverse professional audience. Teach approximately 10 hours total, aligned with a two-week course format that includes asynchronous content and two live virtual sessions.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a background in pharmacology, clinical research, or related fields, with at least 5 years of experience in regulatory affairs, drug safety, or similar roles. A Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• Experience with online learning platforms and virtual teaching environments
• Knowledge of pharmacovigilance systems and global regulatory frameworks
• Ability to interpret and apply pharmacovigilance concepts

Benefits

The position offers the opportunity to contribute to the development of a high-quality educational program and to work with a dynamic team of educators and administrators. Additionally, instructors may receive professional development opportunities and access to resources for enhancing their teaching skills.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $50 - $75 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

The course will be delivered over two weeks in a fully online format, combining asynchronous content with two live, instructor-led sessions. The course is expected to launch in November 2026.