Assistant Professor

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The College of Pharmacy at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is seeking one full-time, annually renewable, non-tenure track (term) Assistant or Associate Professor clinical faculty with experience in community pharmacy practice advancement for a shared position between the College of Pharmacy and a community pharmacy site. This position involves joint accountability to the College and the community pharmacy site with a focus on the advancement of community pharmacy through research, practice, and advocacy to establish community pharmacy as a "Direct to Career" destination of choice. The college department home for this position is the Department of Pharmaceutical Care and Health Systems (PCHS).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE POSITION INCLUDE:

Clinical Practice Development and Patient Care (0.4 FTE)

• Development and delivery of enhanced clinical services in a community pharmacy setting, including Comprehensive Medication Management (CMM), Point-of-Care Testing (POCT), and Test-to-Treat protocols.
• Clinical program development and operation including disease management programs and protocols and immunization programs.
• Leading quality improvement (QI) initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and site efficiency.
• Practice leadership in support of community pharmacy transformation initiatives such as those offered through Community Pharmacy Enhanced Services Network (CPESN) USA

Teaching and Experiential Education (0.3 FTE)

• Leading didactic curriculum focused on community pharmacy practice advancement, medical billing, and clinical service implementation in the Doctor of Pharmacy program.
• Integrating "Whole Task Learning" (WTL) and skills-based training.
• Providing experiential precepting and mentorship for IPPE and APPE students at the clinical site, fostering a "safe" learning environment for student feedback and growth.
• PCHS community pharmacy fellowship support and to train future practice-advancement leaders.

Research/Scholarship (0.2 FTE)

• Establish an independent research program focused on the design, implementation, and evaluation of innovative community pharmacy practice models.
• Develop a robust, collaborative research portfolio using principles of implementation science to accelerate the adoption of evidence-based innovations in community pharmacy settings.

Service (0.1 FTE)

• Service within the department, college, and clinical site.
• Representation at the local, state, and national level, including active participation in legislative advocacy and professional organizations (e.g., MPhA, ACCP, NCPA).

The clinical faculty in this position will report to the PCHS department head for all college-related activities, the Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs for all clinical activities, and will also have a reporting relationship to site leadership for all clinical site activities. Both the clinical site leadership and the College of Pharmacy will participate in the clinical faculty annual performance review process. The College of Pharmacy PCHS department head will be responsible for faculty development and assessment of performance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE:

• A doctorate in pharmacy degree (PharmD) from an accredited college/school of pharmacy.
• Active license or eligible for licensure to practice pharmacy in the state of Minnesota.

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO INDIVIDUALS WITH:

• Post-graduate residency training (PGY1 or PGY2) in Community-Based Pharmacy or Ambulatory Care or a dedicated community pharmacy research fellowship designed to train independent investigators
• Demonstrated experience in clinical service implementation (e.g., medical billing, collaborative practice agreements).
• Prior academic teaching experience
• Board certification (e.g. BCACP, BCPS).
• An established history of scholarship with an emphasis on community pharmacy and/or implementation science

The University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy is nationally recognized for excellence in preparing pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists, occupational therapists, and medical laboratory scientists to tackle society's toughest problems in Minnesota and across the globe. The College of Pharmacy offers degrees in the programs of pharmacy (PharmD, MS, PhD), occupational therapy (OTD), and medical laboratory sciences (BS, Certificate, MMLS, MS-BLS).

The pharmacy program is offered on the Twin Cities and Duluth campuses. The occupational therapy program is offered on the Twin Cities and Rochester campuses. The medical laboratory sciences program is offered on the Twin Cities campus. Interactive technology is used to keep all campuses connected.

The University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy is a nationally top-ranked program and a leader in pharmaceutical care. We operate a two-campus model (Twin Cities and Duluth) within a robust Academic Health Center that emphasizes interprofessional collaboration.

Pay Range: $115,000 - $130,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Employees at the University of Minnesota receive an exceptional benefits package, including faculty retirement contributions, excellent medical/dental/disability programs, annual paid time off includes 22 days of vacation, 11 holidays, and 1 personal holiday, and sick time. A competitive salary will be offered commensurate with experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

This position will remain open until filled.

Interested candidates are urged to apply by June 26, 2026 for the first review of applicants. This position will remain open until filled. For specific questions, please contact the search chair, Joel Farley, farl0032@umn.edu.

YOUR COMPLETE APPLICATION SHOULD INCLUDE:

1. Your curriculum vitae and letter of interest explaining your qualifications and career goals.
2. A statement of research/scholarship goals (Additional Document 1).
3. A teaching philosophy statement (Additional Document 2).

Arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to Joel Farley, Ph.D c/o Terri Krause, HR Consultant, cophr@umn.edu

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.