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*Logo:* *Posting Number:*FAC00206PO25 *Advertised Title:*Open Rank- Tenure Track *Campus:*Columbia *College/Division:*College of Pharmacy *Department:*COP Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences *Advertised Salary Range:*Salary commensurate with qualifications *Part/Full Time:*Full Time *Hours per Week:*37.5 *Position Category:*Full-time Equivalent (FTE) *Basis :*12 months *Work County:*Richland *Tenure Information:*Tenure-Track/Tenured *Job Search Category:*Faculty *About University of South Carolina:*From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state.

More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort.

In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

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Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

*Advertised Job Summary:*The Department of Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences (DDBS) in the College of Pharmacy (COP) at the University of South Carolina (USC) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting in Fall 2026.

Appointment at a higher rank may be considered for exceptional candidates with an established, sustained record of productivity.Individuals conducting research on brain health therapeutics using biomedical engineering and pharmaceutics electrophysiology, and/or advanced cell-based model system approaches are encouraged to apply.

Successful candidates are expected to establish and sustain an independent and competitive research program, secure external funding, publish impactful research, and contribute to teaching excellence in the professional (PharmD) and graduate programs.

The candidate will have their primary appointment within DDBS and will closely collaborate with the Department of Biomedical Engineering and the newly established Brain Health Center.

Successful candidates will receive a competitive salary, startup funds, and access to DDBS’s specialized cores in functional genomics, microscopy/flow cytometry, and drug design/synthesis.

The position also includes a comprehensive benefits package with access to medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.

DDBS is a research-intensive, collegial department with core strengths in cancer and neuroscience, including translational cancer research, pharmacogenomics, drug addiction, mood disorders, and Alzheimer’s disease.

Faculty in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, molecular biology, and genomics conduct cutting-edge, NIH-funded research in disease mechanisms and drug discovery.

DDBS has experienced unprecedented growth in research funding and impact, doubling federal funding since 2017.

In 2023, DDBS secured over $14.4M in federal funding, ranking among the top 25 colleges of pharmacy nationally.

The department hosts the SmartState Center in Translational Cancer Therapeutics and the NIH-funded Center for Targeted Therapeutics, which provides unparalleled opportunities through access to specialized cores.

USC fosters dynamic interdisciplinary collaborations with biomedical engineering, the Neuroscience cluster, the newly established Brain Health Center, Prisma Health Midlands, and the USC School of Medicine, providing an ideal environment for translational and collaborative research.

Located in the heart of South Carolina, USC offers an exceptional quality of life, with affordable housing, thriving arts and culture, and proximity to beautiful outdoor spaces.

Additionally, USC is a family-friendly institution with resources to support work-life balance, including on-campus childcare and dual-career services.

The University of South Carolina is committed to fostering an inclusive academic environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds.

DDBS actively promotes equity and access to ensure all faculty, staff, and students thrive.

We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

*Required Education and Experience:* * Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent terminal degree is required.

* Significant postdoctoral training, and a track record of impactful first-author or corresponding-author publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals is required.

*Preferred Qualifications:* * Evidence of potential for securing external funding and conducting collaborative, interdisciplinary research is strongly preferred.

*Desired Start Date:*08/16/2026 *Job Open Date:*10/01/2025 *Open Until Filled:*Yes *Special Instructions to Applicant:*Applications should include the following: a cover letter, a CV, a statement of research interests (3 page max), a brief statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and email addresses of three recommenders, who will be prompted to submit letters of recommendation directly.

The application process will begin 10/16/2025 and proceed until the position is filled .

If you have any questions about the position or the application process, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Lorne Hofseth, Search Committee Chair, c/o Bryce Karlek (bkarlek@mailbox.sc.edu).

*Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website.

After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time.

This position is open until filled.

This employment site is updated on a regular basis.

The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

* *Quicklink for Posting:*[https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/195632](https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/195632) *EEO Statement:*The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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