Professor of Practice

Auburn; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Educational opportunities

Work/life balance

Job summary

Auburn University is inviting applications for a Professor of Practice position in the Harrison College of Pharmacy. This role involves educating students in the Bachelor of Science in Drug and Biopharmaceutical Sciences program. Applicants must hold an MS, PhD, or Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Responsibilities include curriculum participation, grading, and mentoring students. Located in Opelika, Alabama, Auburn offers a culture of support and generous benefits. The position is a full-time, annual appointment focused on delivering premier educational experiences.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have earned an MS, PhD, Doctor of Pharmacy, or equivalent degree at the time employment begins.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the DBPS curriculum with undergraduate students.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Facilitate and grade skills-based laboratory activities.
• Advise and mentor students in laboratory and didactic projects.

Education

MS, PhD, Doctor of Pharmacy, or equivalent degree

Job description

Overview

The Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy (HCOP) invites applications for a Professor of Practice position to support our undergraduate degree program, Bachelor of Science in Drug and Biopharmaceutical Sciences (DBPS). This is a unique opportunity to educate the next generation of scientists, and the associated workforce needed to support the growing needs in this field. This role is designed for accomplished professionals with significant experience in pharmaceutical research who are passionate about providing students with a deeper understanding of drug development and pharmaceutical sciences. The Professor of Practice will bring real-world expertise into the classroom, bridging academic learning with professional application. This is a 12-month, 1.0FTE, non-tenurable appointment in which the individual will work with HCOP faculty and staff to provide premier educational experiences for our students. The position is based on the Auburn campus. The program is designed to provide an innovative, instructional and research-intensive academic environment with the capacity to meet the challenges of preparing undergraduate-level students for entering newly emerging pharmaceutical sciences career tracks. Undergraduate students will experience an innovative instructional and research-intensive academic environment, providing a deeper understanding of drug development and pharmaceutical sciences.

Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Participation in the DBPS curriculum with undergraduate students, including small and large group instruction, active delivery of educational content, and assessment of pharmaceutical sciences-related skills and knowledge (grading assessments).
• This position will have 1.0FTE allocated to teaching in the undergraduate program (DBPS).
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and external partners to support program goals, maintain accreditation standards, and foster an engaging learning environment.
• Facilitate, oversee, and grade skills-based laboratory activities and exercises.
• Advise and mentor students in both laboratory and didactice-related projects.
• Facilitate and grade assignments as needed throughout the curriculum.
• Assist with the management of courses.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications include:

• Applicants must have earned an MS, PhD, Doctor of Pharmacy, or equivalent degree at the time employment begins.

Desired Qualifications:

• Additional consideration will be given to candidates who have residency, fellowship, post‑doctoral training, previous teaching or research experience in academic or industry settings, or other relevant credentials.

Contract Type

Annual Appointment

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life‑Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top‑ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

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