Assistant Professor - Application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacy practice
Assistant Professor - Application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacy practice
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Job Family:
Academic Leadership and FacultyUnion affiliation:
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SPS ProfessorsCampus:
Roger Guindon HallDate Posted:
June 05 2025Applications must be received BEFORE:
As part of a major expansion of its research and academic programs in pharmaceutical sciences the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences with a focus on the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacy practice.
The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as a leading university and the largest bilingual university (French and English) in the world. Located on the unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people in the heart of downtown Ottawa it contributes significantly to the economy culture and quality of life of Canadas capital.
We are seeking candidates with expertise in teaching and a strong research focus at the intersection of AI and pharmaceutical sciences. Areas of interest include but are not limited to: AI-driven drug discovery and development quantitative systems pharmacology large language models for education and clinical support machine learning applications in pharmacology and personalized medicine data analytics AI-enabled clinical decision support systems and digital health innovations in pharmaceutical care. We also welcome candidates exploring the application of AI in pharmacy education including adaptive learning technologies and simulation-based training to enhance student engagement and curricular design.
The successful candidate will:
- Contribute to the development and delivery of the new French-language Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program and participate in the teaching of graduate programs offered in English or bilingually;
- Establish and maintain an externally funded innovative and independent research program;
- Supervise and mentor undergraduate graduate and postdoctoral trainees;
- Collaborate within the Faculty of Medicine and across disciplines in a vibrant research-intensive environment.
The selected candidate will have access to extensive research infrastructure and shared core facilities within the Faculty of Medicine as well as collaborative opportunities with nearby hospital-based research institutes.
Title of the position: Assistant Professor. The higher ranks will be considered according to budgetary approval.
Duties: Academic staff functions include in varying proportions:
- teaching
- scholarly activities such as research artistic or literary creation or professional work
- academic service
- graduate student supervision
Terms: New tenure-track position
Wage: Salary scale for an assistant professor starts at$99377 (as of May 1 2025)
Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package which includes long-term disability insurance basic group life insurance health insurance University of Ottawa pension plan and optional life insurance as well as reimbursement of eligible relocation expenses.
Location of work: School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Faculty of Medicine University of Ottawa 451 Smyth Road Ottawa Ontario K1H 8M5.
Contact information: Dr. Alain Stintzi Director of the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Faculty of Medicine Ottawa Ontario K1H 8M5;
Skills requirements:
- Education: PhD MD/PhD PharmD/PhD BScPharm/PhD or equivalent degrees in a relevant field.
- Work experience:
- Postdoctoral experience or equivalent with a strong track record of research excellence.
- A demonstrated commitment to teaching and graduate training.
- A solid record of and commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Excellent communication skills in both English and French. Active knowledge of ones second official language (French or English) is a requirement for tenure. English French bilingualism is an asset
The application package must include a letter of intent a brief teaching statement a description of current and future research programs and an academic curriculum vitae.
Three confidential letters of reference should be sent directly to:
Dr. Alain Stintzi Director
School of Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Ottawa
Application deadline: July 10 2025. Note: applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
More information regarding Academic Careers can be found online. Apply online through the University of Ottawa Careers portal.
The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students staff and faculty. Accordingly we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada visible minorities members (racialized persons) persons with disabilities women as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable diverse and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire to be completed at the time of application.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada
The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost Faculty Relations by email at . Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.
The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.
Prior to May 1 2022 the University required all students faculty staff and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.
Employment Type
Full-Time
