Adjunct Instructor - LIEOC (Pharmacy Technician)

Farmingdale State College; Village of Farmingdale (NY); On-site; USD 34,440 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Retirement plans

Job summary

Farmingdale State College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for a Pharmacy Technician class located in Hempstead, NY. This part-time, temporary role involves delivering high-quality instruction to students preparing for national certification and pharmacy roles. Responsibilities include teaching pharmacy fundamentals, providing interactive demonstrations, assessing student knowledge, and maintaining academic records. Ideal candidates will have Pharmacy Technician Certification and strong communication skills. Excellent benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans, are offered.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or NHA) required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging lessons covering pharmacy operations and pharmacology fundamentals.
• Provide interactive demonstrations of real-world pharmacy workflows.
• Assess student knowledge through assignments and exams.
• Maintain accurate academic records and provide constructive feedback.
• Ensure all instruction aligns with PTCB/NHA exam standards.
• Support student success through mentorship.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or NHA)

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Presentation skills

Job description

Location

Farmingdale, NY

Category: Adjunct

Job Type: Part-time Temporary

Posted On: Mon Apr 20 2026

Job Description

The Long Island Educational Opportunity Center (LIEOC) at Farmingdale State College is seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Adjunct Instructor to teach a Pharmacy Technician class in the Hempstead, NY location. The incumbent will deliver high-quality instruction to students preparing for national certification and roles within retail, hospital, and specialty pharmacy settings. Ideal candidates enjoy sharing their expertise and helping students gain confidence in their technical, regulatory, and professional skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging lessons covering pharmacy operations, pharmacology fundamentals, compounding, medication safety, and pharmacy regulations.
• Provide interactive demonstrations of real-world pharmacy workflows, equipment, and calculations.
• Assess student knowledge through assignments, quizzes, labs, and certification exam preparation activities.
• Maintain accurate academic records and provide clear, constructive feedback to learners.
• Ensure all instruction aligns with PTCB/NHA exam standards and state pharmacy regulations.
• Support student success through mentorship and career guidance.

Instruction for this role is scheduled on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 5:30pm to 9:30pm at our Hempstead, NY location.

Skills

Farmingdale State College is committed to fostering and supporting a teaching, learning, and working environment that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. As such, the college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills, and abilities that include:

• The commitment to diversity and college initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.
• An interest in participating in student-centered service activities.
• The desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with community partners.

Job Requirements

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or NHA).
• Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with underserved populations.
• Experience in retail, hospital, or specialty pharmacy.
• Teaching or training experience in a pharmacy environment.
• Experience with sterile compounding or hospital operations.

Benefits

The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans.

EEO Statement

Farmingdale State College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status.