The Department of Neuroscience and Pharmacology at the University of Iowa invites applications for one full-time Instructor (non-tenure track) position with faculty fringe benefits. This teaching position is a 9- or 12-month appointment and renewable annually with the possibility of merit based advancement. The preferred start date is July 1 or September 1, 2026. Applications are sought from candidates with a demonstrated potential for outstanding teaching of basic and advanced pharmacology.

The selected candidate will ultimately teach pharmacology in several Department lecture courses delivered to students of differing academic backgrounds (undergraduate, graduate, and professional students). This Instructor will also assist with small group teaching within the medical curriculum. Duties of this position include course management, teaching, assisting the Associate Chair of Education, and professional development of undergraduate and graduate students.

Required Education

• A PhD degree in Pharmacology, Pharmaceutics, Physiology, or a related biomedical discipline is required

Required Qualifications

• Graduate-level training in Pharmacology, Pharmaceutics, Physiology, and/or related biomedical discipline
• Demonstrated potential in the following areas:
  • teaching excellence across multiple content areas and formats (lecture, small group, etc.)
  • student engagement using creative pedagogy
  • mentoring students from different backgrounds

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience teaching students with varying academic backgrounds (i.e. undergraduate, graduate, professional)
• Experience with web-based learning management systems (e.g. Canvas/ICON)
• Experience with non-traditional instruction methods (e.g. flipped classroom

*ONLINE APPLICATION REQUIRED DOCUMENTS*

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Interest
• Supporting Attachments
• Teaching Statement/Philosophy of Teaching
• Example of Teaching Materials: Lecture/Activity 1
• Example of Teaching Materials: Lecture/Activity 2
• Number of References:  3
• Letters of Recommendation are required as part of the application process. Upon submission, references selected will be notified by e-mail with directions on how to electronically submit letters to the University of Iowa.

About University of Iowa

With a history of excellence spanning over 100 years, the Department has established itself at the forefront of research and education. Comprised of 16 laboratories outfitted with state-of-the art technology, we offer students versatility alongside comprehensive research training. Our cohort of innovative, collaborative faculty not only publish in high-impact journals but have received international recognition. The Department’s research and education programs broadly focus on understanding the mechanisms of disease and drug action. Students, whether in the classroom or laboratory, collaborate with our faculty to learn about, discover, and advance the development of ground-breaking therapies. Through our cutting-edge research facilities, dedicated faculty mentors, highly applicable coursework, and collaborative environment, we provide students the skills and expertise needed to set them apart from the crowd.

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