Instructional Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery

About the role

The Department of Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery (PDD) at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy invites applications for a full-time, 9 month, non-tenure-track Instructional Assistant Professor in Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery. This position emphasizes excellence in teaching and professional education in pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutical calculations, dosage form design, and drug delivery systems, supporting the department’s mission of advancing the science of delivering therapeutic agents safely and effectively. The successful candidate will also support the research and service missions of the School of Pharmacy.

Job Description

Appointment: 9 Month
Assignment Type: Full-time
Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field. Demonstrated expertise in pharmaceutics and drug delivery. Strong commitment to excellence in teaching and student-centered education.
Preferred Prior: Teaching experience in professional or graduate pharmacy education. Experience with pharmaceutical formulation, manufacturing technologies, or advanced drug delivery systems. Evidence of instructional innovation or educational scholarship. Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary and collaborative programs.

Application Procedures

Interested candidates should apply online at https://careers.olemiss.edu and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, and contact information for three references. The anticipated start date is August 2026. Inquiries regarding the position can be sent to committee chair Dr. Michael Repka at marepka@olemiss.edu.

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

The University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Founded in 1848, UM is consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For” and is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.”

Job Responsibilities

This position emphasizes excellence in teaching and professional education in pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutical calculations, dosage form design, and drug delivery systems, supporting the department’s mission of advancing the science of delivering therapeutic agents safely and effectively. The successful candidate will also support the research and service missions of the School of Pharmacy.

Education Qualifications

PhD (Required)

Experience

Relevant experience

Interview Requirement

Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.