Pharmacy Academic Fellow-Instructor

Larkin University; Miami (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A private not-for-profit university in New York is seeking a Pharmacy Academic Fellow-Instructor for a 24-month postgraduate training program. The fellowship focuses on teaching, research, and pharmacy practice, allowing graduates to develop essential skills for a career in pharmacy education. Candidates must hold a PharmD degree and be eligible for licensure in Florida within 120 days of employment. Interested applicants should submit a PDF document detailing their qualifications and references. The position starts June 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Eligible for State of Florida licensure within 120 days of employment.
• Individuals with pharmacy residency or fellowship may opt for a 12-month fellowship.

Responsibilities

• Develop teaching skills through immersion in various educational settings.
• Engage in research and scholarship activities.
• Participate in committees and professional organizations.
• Practice in a specialized area of interest.

Skills

Teaching skills

Research skills

Leadership skills

Practice skills

Education

PharmD degree or equivalent

Job description

Position Title: Pharmacy Academic Fellow-Instructor

Description:

The Pharmacy Academic Fellowship, with appointment as an Instructor, at the Larkin University College of Pharmacy (LUCOP) is a 24-month postgraduate training opportunity for pharmacy graduates to obtain advanced practice, teaching, and research experience. The purpose of the fellowship program is to prepare pharmacists for a career in pharmacy education. The Fellow will be exposed to a variety of teaching responsibilities, such as lecturing, facilitating small group-based learning, course coordination, student precepting, and student assessment. In addition to extensive academic experience, the Fellow will also participate in direct-patient care practice.

The two-year fellowship will consist of approximately 60-70% teaching- and academic-related activities (e.g., research, service) and 30-40% pharmacy practice. The academic fellow will participate in teaching, scholarship, college committees, and pharmacy practice opportunities. The fellow will complete a teaching certificate from a professional organization (to be reimbursed). At the end of the training program, the academic fellows will be well prepared for career growth and transition to academia.

Program Objectives:

1. Develop teaching skills through immersion in classroom, experiential, and interprofessional education, and curricular development.
2. Develop research/scholarship skills through active engagement in research.
3. Develop leadership skills through formal training and engagement in school/departmental committees and professional organizations.
4. Advance practice skills through practice in the area of interest.

LUCOP’s accelerated Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) and is an integrated three-year curriculum. Larkin University is a private not-for-profit 501(c)(3) university and consists of the College of Pharmacy, College of Biomedical Sciences, School of Physician Assistant Studies, and School of Dental Medicine. More information about LUCOP is available at: larkin.edu/academics/college-of-pharmacy/

Eligibility Requirements:

• Applicants must hold a PharmD degree or equivalent that enables the Fellow to practice.
• Eligible for State of Florida licensure within 120 days of employment.
• Individuals with pharmacy residency or fellowship may opt for a 12-month fellowship.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a single PDF document via the following link, which includes the following components in this order:

• Letter of application describing their qualifications
• Names and contact information for three professional references (relationship, address, phone, email)

The position is available from June 1, 2026. The application review process will start immediately, and interviews for the position are expected to begin as soon as possible. If you need any additional information or have any questions, please reach out to Dean Subrata Deb at [e-mail]. Larkin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information on the University and College of Pharmacy, visit our website www.larkin.edu.