Post Doctoral Scholar (College of Pharmacy Academic Fellowship)

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Vacation Leave

Holiday Leave

Temporary Disability Leave

Adjunct Appointment

Graduate Tuition

Travel Allowance

Job summary

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy Academic Fellowship offers an opportunity for a PharmD or PhD graduate to gain valuable academic experiences in teaching, scholarship, and service while learning from and working alongside award-winning faculty.

The Fellowship is targeted toward graduates who have obtained a PharmD and completed one or two years of residency training and/or have obtained a PhD, with or without postdoctoral training, in pharmaceutical sciences or pharmacy outcomes.

Qualifications

• PharmD and completion of PGY1 residency, fellowship, or PhD in pharmaceutical sciences or pharmacy outcomes.
• “Equivalent degree” acceptable for consideration.
• Experience in teaching and curriculum development is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach and/or facilitate lectures within PharmD/graduate curriculum.
• Engage in educational activities of residents and APPE students on academia rotations.
• Participate in College curriculum service activities (iCATS, Service Learning, PaCE, etc.).
• Conduct scholarly research in teaching and learning.
• Participate in curriculum, teaching, and/or educational projects.
• Attend Department & College Faculty meetings.
• Attend College Curriculum Committee meetings.
• Attend College & University faculty development workshops/seminars.
• Participate in College book and journal clubs.
• Assist with the College’s tutoring program.
• Staff an 8-hour shift per week as a clinical pharmacist with UK Healthcare Pharmacy Services (PharmD Fellows).

Skills

Teaching experience

Scholarly research

Curriculum development

Committee participation

Education

PharmD

PGY1 residency

Pharmacy post-graduate fellowship

PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences or Pharmacy Outcomes

Equivalent degree

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title: Post Doctoral Scholar (College of Pharmacy Academic Fellowship)

Requisition Number: DU15161

Department Name: 7K700:PHARMACY PRACTICE & SCIENCE

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Salary Range: $55,000 -$60,000

Type of Position: Temporary

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: PharmD plus completion of a PGY1 residency, a pharmacy-related post‑graduate fellowship, or a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences or Pharmacy Outcomes, or an equivalent degree

Licensed to practice pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Kentucky (applies only to PharmD applicants)

Required Related Experience: n/a

Required License/Registration/Certification: Licensed to practice pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Kentucky (applies only to PharmD applicants)

Physical Requirements: Sitting and standing for long periods of time; lifting up to 10lbs on occasion; walking / traveling through campus/ UKHC

Shift: Standard 40-hour week

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy Academic Fellowship offers an opportunity for a PharmD or PhD graduate to gain valuable academic experiences in teaching, scholarship, and service while learning from and working alongside award‑winning faculty.

The Fellowship is targeted toward graduates who have obtained a PharmD and completed one or two years of residency training and/or have obtained a PhD, with or without postdoctoral training, in pharmaceutical sciences or pharmacy outcomes. While being mentored for a career in academia, the Fellow will have the opportunity to develop and hone teaching skills with various types of teaching experiences. They will also engage in one or more teaching and learning scholarship projects and participate on various College committees and work groups. PharmD Fellows will also have a small clinical component within the University of Kentucky Healthcare system based on their area of expertise. The Fellow will be encouraged to enroll in and complete one to two masters level education courses per semester.

Activities

• Teach and/or facilitate various lectures within the PharmD and/or graduate curriculum
• Engage in educational activities of resident and APPE students on academia rotations
• Participate in College curriculum service activities (iCATS, Service Learning, PaCE, etc.)
• Conduct scholarly research in the area of teaching and learning
• Participate in curriculum, teaching, and/or educational projects
• Attend Department & College Faculty meetings
• Attend College Curriculum Committee meetings
• Attend College & University faculty development workshops/seminars
• Participate in College book and journal clubs
• Assist with the College’s tutoring program
• Staff the equivalent of one 8-hour shift per week as a clinical pharmacist with UK Healthcare Pharmacy Services (applies only to PharmD Fellows)

Fellowship Year

The Fellowship year will be July 1, 2027 - June 30, 2028

The Fellow will reside in the Office of Teaching Innovation & Scholarship ( OTIS )/Office of Academic Programs, report to the Director of OTIS , work closely with the Assistant Dean of the Professional Program, and receive mentorship from various College faculty. The clinical component of the Fellowship will report to UK Healthcare Pharmacy Services

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Paid Holiday Leave
• Paid Temporary Disability Leave
• Adjunct Assistant Professor appointment
• Tuition for 6 credit hours of graduate courses per semester
• Travel allowance for the Annual Meeting of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy ( AACP )

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Deadline to Apply

12/04/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.