Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Administration

Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Position Description

The Department of Pharmacy Administration in the School of Pharmacy at The University of Mississippi invites applications for a full time, tenure-track position for the rank of Assistant Professor.

The successful applicant will have opportunities to collaborate with eight full-time pharmacy administration faculty and to capitalize on collaborative relationships with faculty in other academic departments on campus. The successful applicant will also enjoy affiliation with the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and collaborative opportunities with the Center for Pharmaceutical Marketing and Management, a center of excellence in pharmaceutical marketing, pharmacy management, and medication use outcomes research, and is home to Medicare, Medicaid and other data that support its research mission. The position offers the potential for growth in an established program committed to excellence in pharmacy and graduate education. 

Areas of interest include pharmacy practice research, practice advancement/transformation, and/or implementation science. Other interests may include outcomes research, pharmacoeconomics, pharmacoepidemiology, health policy, or social behavioral research.

Position Details

Appointment: 12 month

Assignment Type: Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. or comparable degree in pharmacy administration, health services research, or related field is required by the time of employment. Experience in or knowledge of the health care system and/or the field of pharmacy is required. Candidates should have the ability to teach in the professional (PharmD) curriculum, including in an evidence-based practice course, and teaching in the graduate curriculum.  Responsibilities for this position also includes initiation of research projects, and participation in collaborative research projects of mutual interest, and service to the department and school of pharmacy.

Interview Requirements: 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.

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 July 2025. A detailed description of the position can be found by searching for position at https://careers.olemiss.edu/. Inquiries regarding the position can be sent to committee chair Dr. Meagen Rosenthal at mmrosent@olemiss.edu.

The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable pool of applicants is established. The position is a permanent, full time, 12-month, tenure track,  assistant professor appointment to start July 2025.

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.

Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.

Background Check Statement

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EEO Statement

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