Chair of Pharmacology and Toxicology
Position Profile
The University of Utah invites nominations and applications for the next Chair of the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology. Building on the strong leadership of Dr. Karen S. Wilcox and the Department’s longstanding legacy of innovation and excellence, the incoming Chair will lead an ambitious vision for continued growth, impact, and national prominence.
Responsibilities
- Developing a shared strategic vision with faculty and departmental colleagues
- Managing departmental budget, infrastructure, and resources
- Led faculty recruitment, development, and evaluation
- Promoting a collaborative, inclusive, high-performing culture in research, teaching, and mentorship
- Maintaining an active, productive research program
- Providing leadership in research, teaching, and service activities
- Contributing to strategic initiatives across the College as a member of the Executive Committee
- Fostering interdisciplinary collaborations across the health sciences
Qualifications
- PhD or advanced degree in pharmacology, toxicology, or related field
- Distinguished scholarly or professional record suitable for appointment at the rank of professor
- Internationally recognized research accomplishments
- Demonstrated leadership ability and experience building collaborative teams
- Commitment to teaching excellence in graduate (PhD, MS) and professional (PharmD) programs
- Proven ability to create and implement a compelling departmental vision
- Exceptional communication and managerial skills
About the College of Pharmacy
The University of Utah College of Pharmacy is a leader in research productivity, personalized medicine, and therapeutic innovation. The College—supported by strong NIH funding, philanthropy, and the University of Utah Therapeutics Accelerator Hub (U2TAH)—ranks among the nation’s top pharmacy schools.
About the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology
Founded in 1948 by renowned pharmacologist Louis S. Goodman, the Department continues its rich tradition of excellence in research and education. It supports PhD training and, beginning in Fall 2025, a one-year MS program. The Department includes:
- 16 full-time faculty and 9 adjunct faculty
- 13 postdoctoral fellows across 9 labs
- 18 PhD students and 4 MS students
- Current research strengths span:
- Analytical & Forensic Toxicology
- Cardiovascular Pharmacology & Toxicology
- Drug Discovery & Development
- Drug Metabolism & Biochemical Toxicology
- Genomic & Molecular Pharmacology of Cancer
- Molecular & Cellular Neuroscience
- Pharmacogenomics
About the University of Utah
The University of Utah is the state’s flagship institution, offering more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate programs to over 38,000 students, including the largest incoming class in its history in Fall 2025.
To Apply
Candidates who apply by January 15, 2026 will receive priority consideration. Please submit:
- A PDF CV/resume
- A cover letter describing your leadership experience, motivation for applying, and alignment with the position requirements
Apply online: theapplicantmanager.com/jobs?pos=su484
Contact for nominations or recommendations
Stephanie Rivas-Fowler
Senior Consultant, Summit Search Solutions, Inc.
Direct: 480-213-7078
Email: srivasfowler@summitsearchsolutions.com
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.