Assistant or Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences (AI Focus)

The Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

State retirement plan or alternatives

Job summary

The Ohio State University seeks an Assistant or Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences (AI Focus) in the Division of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacology. The role emphasizes AI/ML-driven PK/PD modeling, QSP/PBPK, and data-driven translational research within an esteemed academic setting.

Candidates should demonstrate a strong potential to secure extramural funding, lead interdisciplinary collaborations, and train the next generation of pharmaceutical scientists.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., Pharm.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in pharmaceutical sciences or related field.
• Strong record of fundamental or applied AI and drug development research.
• Demonstrated creativity and potential to establish new AI-enabled concepts in drug therapy.

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent, funded research program with national/international recognition.
• Establish or sustain extramural funding through grants/contracts.
• Excel in teaching, mentoring graduate students, and provide service and leadership within the college and university.

Job description

Job Title

Assistant or Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences (AI Focus)

Department and Division

Department: Pharmacy | Pharmaceutics and Pharmacology

Division: Pharmaceutics & Pharmacology

Research Areas of Interest

• Innovative integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (AI/ML) in pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) modeling and simulation
• Quantitative systems pharmacology (QSP) and physiologically based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) modeling
• Mining and analysis of published and real‑world datasets for disease modeling, biomarker discovery, patient stratification, and predictive modeling of efficacy and toxicity
• Development of digital twins and simulation‑based models to forecast drug behavior across biological scales—from subcellular to population levels—including early ADME predictions, image‑based drug response modeling, and immunomodulation of tumor microenvironments
• Enhancing translational research efficiency and applying computational models to clinical trial design and disease‑specific contexts
• AI‑driven integration of genomic data to enable highly personalized treatment strategies tailored to individual genetic and disease profiles
• Collaborative research with experts in drug discovery, targeted delivery, disease biology, data science, and clinical pharmacology

Performance Objectives

Develop or continue an independent and focused program of research and scholarship that has national and international recognition.

Establish or maintain a record of competitive grant and/or contract funding, including from federal funding sources, that supports a productive research program.

Achieve excellence in teaching and mentoring, including the training and mentoring of graduate students.

Demonstrate service and leadership within the college and university and participate in service in professional activities.

Education and Experience Requirements

• A Ph.D., Pharm.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacology, biochemistry, biophysics, computer science, or a closely related field.
• A strong record of fundamental or applied research at the intersection of artificial intelligence and development or optimization of drug therapy, demonstrated through impactful publications, promise or success in securing extramural funding, and professional recognition.
• Demonstrated creativity and originality, with the potential to establish new concepts, methodologies, frameworks, or applications in AI‑enabled drug development, personalized therapy, or optimization of existing drug theraies.
• Evidence of the potential to develop an independent, collaborative, and externally funded research program.
• A commitment to excellence in teaching, mentorship, and service.

Additional Information

Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.

Division Information

The mission of the faculty, scientists, students and staff of the Division of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacology is the discovery and development of drug therapies for the treatment of human disease. The training of the next generation of pharmaceutical scientists at the undergraduate (BS), professional (PharmD), graduate (PhD), and postdoctoral levels is intertwined with this mission.

The Division of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacology researchers are leaders in the use of state‑of‑the‑art technologies to conduct research centered around five major themes:

• Cancer Therapeutics: The discovery of anti‑cancer drug targets, identification/circumvention of drug resistance mechanisms, optimization of drug delivery and disposition, and development of novel therapies are major areas of focus for the division.
• Cell Protective Therapies: Preclinical studies of mechanisms of cell death and strategies to enhance cell survival are under active investigation in the division.
• Drug Delivery Systems: There is a need for improved delivery strategies of toxic therapeutics, newly developed biologics, and cell and gene therapies to the target site(s) in the body and prevent interactions with healthy tissues. Our research spans expertise in pharmaceutical chemistry, bioengineering, and RNA nanotechnology to develop future on‑target medicines to improve human disease treatment.
• Drug Toxicity: Understanding the mechanisms underlying the unwanted and adverse effects of drug therapies is a major area of investigation in the division.
• Bacterial Infectious Diseases: A key research area, integrating pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and microbiology to optimize antimicrobial therapy. This work focuses on understanding interactions among pathogens, antibiotics, and the host to improve outcomes and limit resistance. Identification of mechanisms underlying DDIs is another area of investigation. Drug transporter and pharmacology principles are integral to this research theme.

Location and Position Type

Location: Riffe Building (0266)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The Ohio State University believes in diversity in people and ideas. The university’s AI for Health initiative is designed to connect advances in AI with biomedical research, clinical needs, and real‑world health applications. We are an equal‑opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. The university is an equal‑opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Grounded in Ohio State University’s Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package. The college has received nearly $60 million in research awards over the past five years. Additionally, we are the only school of pharmacy in the nation to have twice received the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) 2023 Lawrence C. Weaver Transformative Community Service Award for our dedication to addressing unmet needs through education, practice and research. We are consistently ranked as a top ten school in the nation and are currently ranked fourth by U.S. News and World Report. Learn more at pharmacy.osu.edu.

The University Ohio State is a top‑20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. Grounded in Ohio State University’s Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open‑minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression. Ohio State promotes a culture of work‑life balance through institutionalized policies, programs, and resources that help faculty, staff, and their families thrive both professionally and personally. Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow. Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and vibrant metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here.

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