Assistant Professor

Applicant review will begin on November 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Application materials must include a Curriculum Vitae / Résumé, Cover Letter, Research Statement (4-page limit), Teaching Philosophy Statement (1-page limit), and List of References (3 to 5 references).

Posting Information

Posting Open Date 08/13/2026 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Yes Position Type Permanent Faculty Working Title Assistant Professor Appointment Type Tenured/Tenure Track Vacancy ID FAC0006055 Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent Hours per week 40 FTE 1 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $101,803-$203,607 Proposed Start Date 08/01/2027

Position Information

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy (www. pharmacy.unc.edu) is one of six health science schools (Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Social Work, Public Health, Medicine) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is one of the oldest health science academic programs at Chapel Hill. The School teaches approximately 600 PharmD students and 145 graduate students. The School has built a reputation for its continued pursuit of excellence, rigorous education and training programs, cutting-edge multidisciplinary research, progressive pharmacy practices, efficient business operations, and its outstanding faculty, staff, and students. The School was named the number one School of Pharmacy in the U.S. by the U.S. News and World Report. The School has experienced unprecedented growth and success and continues to strategically position itself for sustained impact, as articulated in the School's Strategic Plan (https: // pharmacy.unc.edu/about/oe/strategic-plan/).

Our Vision is to be the global leader in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. Our Mission is to prepare leaders and innovators to solve the world's most pressing health care challenges. We are Advancing Medicine for Life through innovation and collaboration in pharmacy practice, education, research, and public service. Position Summary The Division of Chemical Biology and Medicinal Chemistry (CBMC) (https: // pharmacy.unc.edu/divisions/cbmc/) in the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy (https: // pharmacy.unc.edu) invites applications for a 12-month, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in AI-Driven Drug Discovery. We are seeking candidates whose research experience integrates Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence (ML/AI) with Medicinal Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Structural Biology, and/or Computational Chemistry, with an emphasis on ML/AI approaches. The ideal candidates will possess the potential to establish an innovative, competitive, and independent research program. Candidates are expected to contribute to the education and training of students in the Doctor of Pharmaceutical Sciences (PhD) graduate program, the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) professional program, and postdoctoral fellows in the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements PhD. degree in Computational Chemistry, Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, or a closely related discipline. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience A strong track record of publications that demonstrate innovation and an interest in AI Drug Discovery, including designing, synthesizing, and/or applying novel molecular therapeutics to disease states. An established competitive and independent research program, or clear potential to establish one. Candidates with expertise in Computational Modeling, AI Drug Discovery and Medicinal Chemistry. Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities Not Applicable. Special Instructions Applicant review will begin on November 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Application materials must include a Curriculum Vitae / Résumé, Cover Letter, Research Statement (4-page limit), Teaching Philosophy Statement (1-page limit), and List of References (3 to 5 references). Quick Link https: // unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/323471

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Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

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