Description

The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) Retzky College of Pharmacy invites applications and nominations for the position of Head, Department of Pharmacy Systems, Outcomes and Policy (PSOP). UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy consistently ranks in the top ten in NIH funding among pharmacy schools and is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the #15 pharmacy school in the nation. 

The Department of Pharmacy Systems, Outcomes and Policy is among the top of its kind in the country, with expertise in health outcomes research, pharmacoepidemiology, social sciences, and related disciplines, and in the study of pharmacy-related healthcare issues. The faculty in PSOP have strong research programs and work collaboratively with experts in the other departments, colleges/schools at UIC, UI Health, other academic institutions in Chicago, pharmaceutical companies, health provider organizations, and government agencies, among others. 

The department is committed to training the next generation of pharmacists and health services researchers. PSOP houses the PhD in Pharmacy program, a highly competitive, STEM-designated graduate program that attracts students from all over the world. PSOP also oversees an online MS in Comparative Effectiveness Research, a Pharmacoepidemiology Certificate, and the faculty direct numerous Health Outcomes Research Fellowships in conjunction with the Center for Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacoeconomic Research (CPR).

The ideal candidate will be a recognized leader in areas that advance the department’s mission with a track record of promoting collaborative and multidisciplinary research, innovations in teaching/education, and visibility in national organizations. They will join the College leadership team to support the mission and values and contribute to the strategic plan. They will lead the department, and support the faculty, staff, and students, to ensure continued growth and success at a leading urban research university. The Department Head will have significant latitude to define strategic priorities, grow research capacity, and strengthen national visibility in health services research, real-world evidence, implementation science, and policy translation.

Applicants must possess a PharmD, PhD, or equivalent degree(s), and be eligible for appointment at the rank of tenured Professor according to UIC norms. We welcome applications from candidates with a strong record of scholarship, external funding, teaching, service, effective leadership abilities, and excellent interpersonal skills. The successful candidate must be committed to building a supportive workplace that attracts and retains a heterogeneous multi-talented team

For fullest consideration, interested candidates must apply through the University’s online application system and include a cover letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. The cover letter should contain a brief description of the applicant’s experience and research program, potential collaborations in the Department or the broader UIC community, motivation for applying, and leadership philosophy. The application should be submitted through: 

https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19118?c=uic 

Review of applications will begin immediately. The search will remain open until the position is filled. For fullest consideration, completed applications should be submitted by Friday, March 13, 2026.

The budgeted salary range for this position is $217,500 - $307,500 annually. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits; https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

The University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.