Job Description

The Butler University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences seeks a collegial and dynamic adjunct faculty member to contribute to innovative teaching in medicinal chemistry. Our Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program is offered in both campus-based and online formats, with an integrated curriculum that includes a four-course series titled Principles of Drug Action.

We have a teaching need in both the campus-based and online pathways:

• Campus-Based Program (CBP): Instruction in two courses:
  • Principles of Drug Action I – covering: eicosanoids in pain, inflammation and coagulation, NSAID’d, Immunosuppressants and inflammatory drugs
  • Principles of Drug Action III – focusing on infectious disease and cancer drugs.
  • Commitment: 50 hours of instruction during Fall 2026 (August–December).
  • Flexibility: Lecture dates can be adjusted to accommodate availability.
• Online Program: (OLP) Instruction covering the same course content as CBP, delivered entirely online remotely.
• Campus based program ( Can be delivered remotely)
  • Weekly facilitated discussions with students are required on a set schedule

Covering: Anti-infective and chemotherapy, Antiprotozoals, Cancer & Drug Therapies of cancer

The course materials and structure are thoroughly developed, offering a solid framework for effective instruction.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Pharmacology, or a related field.
• Candidates in the early stages of postdoctoral research are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pharmacology lectures.
• Lead group learning sessions in the integrated Principles of Drug Action series.
• Provide engaging and innovative learning experiences for pharmacy students.
• Utilize resources from the Butler Center for Academic Technology (CAT) to enhance instructional approaches (https://www.butler.edu/cat).

Position Details

• Start Date: August 2026 – December 2026.
• Campus-based lectures offer some flexibility in scheduling.
• Online program requires a fixed weekly session.
• Pay will be based on level of experience
  

Application Process

In order to be considered, interested candidates should submit:

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. 1-page Statement of Teaching Philosophy
   

Questions? Contact Dr. Marcos Oliveira at moliveir@butler.edu.

Butler University, ranked #1 for Best Undergraduate Teaching and Most Innovative Schools in the Midwest (U.S. News & World Report), is located just five miles from downtown Indianapolis—a hub for life sciences and pharmaceutical innovation (https://www.biocrossroads.com/top100/). More details on COPHS can be found at: http://www.butler.edu/cophs/

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates interested in teaching only in the online program are encouraged to apply for those courses separately.

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.
Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.
Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.