What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Lecturer position at University of Southern California?
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The University of Southern California Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (USC Mann) is seeking candidates for an Adjunct Lecturer position to teach within need areas as designated by the school and the departments therein. These may include single or multiple instructor courses within the professional and graduate programs of USC Mann. The course or courses may be required, or elective offerings as designated by the curriculum within the professional and graduate programs and are either a semester or weeks in duration depending on the course. The degree bearing programs and courses in which contributions from the Adjunct Lecturer may be sought include:
Doctor of Pharmacy (PHRD 641 – Focused Sports Physical Assessment and Drug Development)
Doctor of Pharmacy (PHRD 642 – Sports and Dietary Supplements)
Doctor of Pharmacy (PHRD 517 – Pharmacogenetics)
Master of Science in Healthcare Decision Analysis
Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular Pharmacology and Toxicology
Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical and Experimental Therapeutics
Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical and Health Economics
Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Regulatory and Quality Sciences
Within these nationally recognized programs, many of the graduates proceed to high quality post-graduate residency, fellowship, and post-graduate training, with further grooming toward career paths as practitioners, researchers and administrators in all areas in healthcare and as leaders in academic, corporate and municipal institutions. The teaching position candidate will generally accept responsibility for one course within their area of expertise, taking ownership of all aspects of developing content and teaching lectures, interactive small group sessions and workshops, and overseeing projects. Opportunities for mentoring are encouraged.
Required Credentials And Experience
Applicants must have an advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, or an equivalent degree, preferably in a health- related field) and demonstrated expertise specific to the course and curricular needs. A record of professional leadership, teaching excellence and academic experience is also preferred.
Application Procedure
Positions are available starting in the coming semester. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Qualified individuals are requested to apply online at https://usccareers.usc.edu. Applicants should electronically submit a current curriculum vitae, personal statement that includes teaching philosophy, previous teaching evaluations (if with prior institution of higher learning), and the names and contact information of three references. This position does not lead to any consideration for tenure or permanent or fulltime employment, and the promotion track for adjunct lecturers will be utilized for advancement. The candidate is expected to have gainful employment via professional job activities executed outside of USC. A competitive salary is offered, but the number of hours does not meet the requirements for the offering of benefits.
Compensation
The hourly rate range for this position is $100.00 - $250.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
The University of Southern California is actively committed to equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion within its faculty hiring practices; so qualified candidates from underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.
The USC Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is located on the USC Health Sciences Campus, which includes the Keck Hospital of USC, the Norris Cancer Hospital, the Doheny Eye Institute, and the Los Angeles General Medical Center. Ranked by US News and World Report as #1 among private schools, the USC Mann is recognized for its more than century-long reputation for innovation in pharmaceutical education, practice and research. Faculty in the departments of Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutical and Health Economics, and Regulatory and Quality Sciences have national and international stature as professional, scholarly, and educational leaders. The School and its faculty uniquely span the entire spectrum of pharmaceutical development and clinical care – from drug development to regulatory approaches that promote safety and innovation, to delivery of patient care services, to clinical and translational research and evaluating the impact of care on patient outcomes and costs.
Job ID REQ20169929 Posted Date 12/11/2025
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The University of Southern California Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (USC Mann) is seeking candidates for an Adjunct Lecturer position to teach within need areas as designated by the school and the departments therein. These may include single or multiple instructor courses within the professional and graduate programs of USC Mann. The course or courses may be required, or elective offerings as designated by the curriculum within the professional and graduate programs and are either a semester or weeks in duration depending on the course. The degree bearing programs and courses in which contributions from the Adjunct Lecturer may be sought include:
Doctor of Pharmacy (PHRD 641 – Focused Sports Physical Assessment and Drug Development)
Doctor of Pharmacy (PHRD 642 – Sports and Dietary Supplements)
Doctor of Pharmacy (PHRD 517 – Pharmacogenetics)
Master of Science in Healthcare Decision Analysis
Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular Pharmacology and Toxicology
Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical and Experimental Therapeutics
Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical and Health Economics
Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Regulatory and Quality Sciences
Within these nationally recognized programs, many of the graduates proceed to high quality post-graduate residency, fellowship, and post-graduate training, with further grooming toward career paths as practitioners, researchers and administrators in all areas in healthcare and as leaders in academic, corporate and municipal institutions. The teaching position candidate will generally accept responsibility for one course within their area of expertise, taking ownership of all aspects of developing content and teaching lectures, interactive small group sessions and workshops, and overseeing projects. Opportunities for mentoring are encouraged.
Required Credentials And Experience
Applicants must have an advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, or an equivalent degree, preferably in a health- related field) and demonstrated expertise specific to the course and curricular needs. A record of professional leadership, teaching excellence and academic experience is also preferred.
Application Procedure
Positions are available starting in the coming semester. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Qualified individuals are requested to apply online at https://usccareers.usc.edu. Applicants should electronically submit a current curriculum vitae, personal statement that includes teaching philosophy, previous teaching evaluations (if with prior institution of higher learning), and the names and contact information of three references. This position does not lead to any consideration for tenure or permanent or fulltime employment, and the promotion track for adjunct lecturers will be utilized for advancement. The candidate is expected to have gainful employment via professional job activities executed outside of USC. A competitive salary is offered, but the number of hours does not meet the requirements for the offering of benefits.
Compensation
The hourly rate range for this position is $100.00 - $250.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
The University of Southern California is actively committed to equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion within its faculty hiring practices; so qualified candidates from underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.
The USC Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is located on the USC Health Sciences Campus, which includes the Keck Hospital of USC, the Norris Cancer Hospital, the Doheny Eye Institute, and the Los Angeles General Medical Center. Ranked by US News and World Report as #1 among private schools, the USC Mann is recognized for its more than century-long reputation for innovation in pharmaceutical education, practice and research. Faculty in the departments of Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutical and Health Economics, and Regulatory and Quality Sciences have national and international stature as professional, scholarly, and educational leaders. The School and its faculty uniquely span the entire spectrum of pharmaceutical development and clinical care – from drug development to regulatory approaches that promote safety and innovation, to delivery of patient care services, to clinical and translational research and evaluating the impact of care on patient outcomes and costs.
Job ID REQ20169929 Posted Date 12/11/2025
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Current employees apply here
Salary : $100 - $250