University of Arkansas System

Assistant/Associate Professor

University of Arkansas System$80K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD, PharmD, or terminal degree in a relevant field required.
  • Experience in biomedical or pharmaceutical sciences research is essential.
  • Strong commitment to education and professional development activities.
  • Background in cancer, therapeutics, neuroscience, cardiovascular, radiation biology, or pharmacology preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability in academic citizenship and administrative service.

Responsibilities

  • Develop an independent research program related to biomedical or pharmaceutical sciences.
  • Engage in teaching and delivering educational content.
  • Conduct research and scholarly activities in accordance with department standards.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities for self and students.
  • Contribute to academic and administrative services within the College and University.

Benefits

  • Health: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family.
  • Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave.
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
  • Up to 10% matched contribution for retirement from UAMS.
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000.
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities.
  • Merchant Discounts.
  • Concierge prescription delivery available on campus.
Full Job Description
Closing Date:
09/05/2026
Type of Position:

Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy


Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Department:
COP | Pharmaceutical Science

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The faculty level position is a 12-month position within Pharmaceutical Sciences on the UAMS main campus in Little Rock. Non-modified faculty member appointments participate in the three mission areas of teaching, service, and research and are expected to be good academic citizens.

The faculty member will develop an independent research program in an area of biomedical or pharmaceutical sciences that is in line with or complements current research laboratories in the department and UAMS. While the primary focus of this position is research and scholarship, commitment to education activities and service to the College, University, and profession are also expected.

The successful candidate will provide functions in teaching, research/scholarly activities, professional development, academic citizenship, and administrative academic service. Candidates with research programs in the area of cancer, therapeutics, neuroscience, cardiovascular, radiation biology, and pharmacology are encouraged to apply. Other research and/or institutional opportunities may be available depending on the candidate's experience and interests. The faculty appointment will be in the Department of the College of Pharmacy. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience.
Qualifications:

PhD, PharmD, or terminal degree in an appropriate field required.

Responsibilities:
  • Provides functions in teaching, research/scholarly activities, professional development, academic citizenship, and administrative academic service.


This position is a Designated Research Position and is regulated by the Arkansas Research Education Protection Act of 2025. Prior to issuance of an offer of employment, the University is required to request and obtain additional information about an applicant's background and, if required, conduct an additional review of that background information.

Additional Information:

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Occasional Physical Activity:

Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Walking

Salary Information:
"Salary is commensurate with Education and Experience"

Required Documents to Apply:
Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:



All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

About University of Arkansas System

The University of Arkansas System is a state university system in the U.S. state of Arkansas. It comprises six campuses; a medical school; two law schools; a graduate school focused on public service; a historically black college, statewide research, service, and educational units for agriculture, criminal justice, and archeology; and several community colleges. Over 50,000 students are enrolled in over 188 undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Legally, the entire system carries the name University of Arkansas. Nonetheless, to avoid confusion with its flagship campus in Fayetteville, the system usually refers to itself as the University of Arkansas System and the Fayetteville campus usually refers to itself as the University of Arkansas.
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