"Assistant Professor, Educator, COM, Department of Pharmacology, Physiology, and Neurobiology"

Job Overview

The Department of Pharmacology, Physiology, and Neurobiology (PPN) at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is seeking applicants for a full-time (12-month), non-tenure track, educator faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor. This faculty member will serve three programs within the College of Medicine: The Special Master’s Program in Physiology, the Applied Pharmacology & Drug Toxicology Master’s Program, and departmental teaching within the Medical Sciences Baccalaureate Program (BS).

The Department of Pharmacology, Physiology, and Neurobiology (PPN) at the University of Cincinnati has a dual mission of research and education, each being fundamentally served by the other.  As a member of the PPN department the candidate’s role will include serving as course director and instructor for Physiology courses along with courses designed to train students in integrating and applying scientific knowledge by critically evaluating scientific literature, interpreting data, and effectively communicating scientific outcomes through oral and written communication. However, teaching experience and expertise in Physiology and Organ Systems Physiology is especially valuable, since the majority of the teaching will be in these disciplines. The candidate will work closely with academic directors and associate directors in ongoing curriculum and program development, while also supporting PPN graduate students as an educational resource and advisor.

Essential Functions

• Directing and teaching organ systems physiology in graduate level Physiology courses.
• Collaborating with departmental faculty to develop course materials and strategize innovative teaching methods.
• Serve on curriculum and educational program committees, as needed.

Required Education

Ph.D. in Physiology and/or Pharmacology or similar fields in biomedical sciences.

Required Experience

Experience in teaching at the baccalaureate and/or graduate school level.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Postdoctoral research experience.
• Experience in course oversight or administration.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching at the baccalaureate and/or graduate school level.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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