Assistant Professor Jobs in Madison, WI
Assistant Professor jobs in Madison, Wisconsin see consistent demand, concentrated on and around the University of Wisconsin campus, in the Willy Street and Capitol Square corridors, and across higher education, research, and healthcare training sectors. Employers actively hiring include University of Wisconsin–Madison. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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INTRODUCTION
The University of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy, Clinical Practice, Innovation and Research (CliPIR) Division invites applications for one 12-month position at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor with tenure. The faculty member will join a division whose mission is to promote pharmacists’ roles in high-quality, safe, and effective medication use through interdisciplinary research and education.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The faculty member will be responsible for developing an independent research program. The faculty member will have responsibility for teaching Pharm.D. students in the professional program related to their areas of expertise. PharmD teaching topics may include provision and payment of health services, health communication, pharmacy management, medication safety, and/or quality improvement, pharmacy law, and ethics, and the opportunity to contribute to elective pharmacy courses. The faculty member will contribute to the Health Services Research in Pharmacy (HSRP) graduate program with responsibility for graduate student mentorship, teaching, and collaborative scholarship. They will also participate in service to the school, university, and/or profession.
Applicants for this position will be considered for all three professor titles. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist. Level and pay are commensurate with experience.
The anticipated start date merely reflects the earliest possible start date. New hires may begin on a date later than the one listed.
This position is part of the Wisconsin Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Initiative. Through accelerated and strategic faculty hiring, research infrastructure enhancement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and increased student and educational opportunities, RISE addresses complex societal challenges of importance to the state, nation, and world. Building on UW–Madison’s strengths, RISE expands the University’s successful track record of connecting with communities and industry on collaborative solutions.
Over the next three academic years, UW–Madison will substantially increase current hiring levels, bringing 150 new RISE faculty to campus. Candidates hired through RISE will join a community of scholars working across disciplines, schools, and colleges on research, teaching, and outreach endeavors. The community will engage regularly in venues such as seminar series and colloquia to share ongoing projects and identify opportunities to work together. The University will support the community, facilitating access to research infrastructure, and funding to support broad and rich collaboration.
Further information regarding RISE can be found at: https://rise.wisc.edu/.
Key job responsibilities:
- Teaching in the School’s Health Services Research in Pharmacy (HSRP) graduate program.
- Teaching in the School’s Doctor of Pharmacy program.
- Mentoring graduate students in the School’s Health Services Research in Pharmacy (HSRP) graduate program.
- Serving as a member of school and/or university committees, and/or professional organizations.
- Advancing the research and scholarship mission of the School of Pharmacy by developing an independent and externally funded research program in an area of expertise as well as establishing collaborations leading to a sustained program of publishable scholarly work.
DEPARTMENT
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a world-class academic institution that encourages, values, and supports basic, applied, translational, and interdisciplinary research, and attracts scholars and students from around the world. The School of Pharmacy is located adjacent to the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, the 505 bed UW Health University Hospital, the 119 bed William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital, the 111 bed American Family Children's Hospital, the National Cancer Institute designated Paul P. Carbone Cancer Center, the Center for Human Genomics and Precision Medicine, and the Department of Biostatistics and Medical Informatics. The world headquarters of the Epic electronic medical records corporation is located 10 miles from the School of Pharmacy.
The University of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research and is an integral component of the UW Institute for Clinical and Translational Research funded by a $41 million NIH Clinical and Translational Science Award. Additionally, the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy PharmD program is among the best in the nation, consistently ranking in the top ten US News and World Report's "Best Graduate Schools". The School of Pharmacy also hosts vibrant graduate student programs and an undergraduate degree program in Pharmacology and Toxicology. The School of Pharmacy and surrounding medical center complex are contiguous with the main campus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, providing ready access to collaborators and research-related resources across the campus, as well as fitness centers, the second largest collegiate sailing club in the nation.
As both the State capitol and home of the University of Wisconsin, Madison is a vibrant city boasting year-round, world-class recreational and entertainment opportunities, and convenient regional and national transportation options. Madison and its surrounding communities are consistently rated in the top tier of "most-livable cities." In addition to the energy of this Big Ten campus and a state-of-the-art School of Pharmacy building, Madison and South-Central Wisconsin boasts great schools, plentiful recreational opportunities, and year-round cultural diversions. Visit http://www.jobs.wisc.edu/ for information on living and working in Madison.
This position will contribute to strategic initiatives across the School of Pharmacy and its centers including Transdisciplinary Center for Research in Psychoactive Substances (https://research.pharmacy.wisc.edu/tcrps/), Wisconsin Opioid Overdose Response Center (https://woorc.pharmacy.wisc.edu/), the American Institute for the History of Pharmacy (https://www.aihp.org/), and the Sonderegger Research Center for Improved Medication Outcomes (https://pharmacy.wisc.edu/src/). Additionally, there are opportunities for faculty to establish affiliations with other centers and programs on campus.
COMPENSATION
Negotiable, Annual (12 months)
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off, competitive insurances and savings accounts, and retirement benefits through a robust and well-funded plan offered by the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates at the assistant professor level are expected to demonstrate potential for establishing an independent and externally funded research program and teaching at the PharmD and graduate student level.
Candidates at the associate or full professor level are required to have demonstrated sustained extramural grant support, as well as research, scholarship, and teaching proficiency that meet the criteria for tenure and rank at University of Wisconsin-Madison and UW School of Pharmacy.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Especially desirable are candidates whose work advances the following priority research areas:
- Large data science to guide the development and evaluation of care interventions
- Pharmaco-epidemiology
- Pharmacoeconomics/health economics and outcomes research
- Health system transformation and implementation
- Pharmacy service evaluation and improvement
- Medication use safety and quality
- Patient-centered care and/or
- Patient-provider-centered outcomes
The ideal candidate would have methodological expertise in one or more of the following areas: quasi-experimental and observational designs; qualitative and mixed-methods research; large datasets to study medication use effectiveness and safety in real-world populations; biostatistics and large data science; or use of implementation science frameworks or trials to implement and evaluate effectiveness of evidence-based practices associated with pharmacy or health systems transformation.
In addition, strategic priority areas for growth include mental health, substance use and addiction, care of older adults, psychedelics research, and patient/provider use of AI.
A background in pharmacy practice is desirable but not required. Other desirable attributes include: demonstrated mentoring of underrepresented scholars, proven ability to establish public and private sector research partnerships to implement existing or new innovations that advance and demonstrate the value of pharmacy practice, and experience with innovation co-design especially with underserved populations. The applicant should also have a history of successful internal and external grant submissions or grant writing experience, effective oral and written communication skills, effective team skills, and the ability to effectively interact with other academic departments or schools with whom we have active collaborations, such as the School of Medicine and Public Health, Nursing, and Industrial & Systems Engineering.
Education
Ph.D. (or equivalent) in public health policy, health services research, pharmaco-epidemiology, or related field
HOW TO APPLY
Please upload all of the following as PDFs:
- A cover letter outlining your interest in the position; your approach to promoting community, integrity, compassion, and excellence in your work; and how your skills and experiences align with the mission of the University of Wisconsin - Madison School of Pharmacy (see our mission at https://pharmacy.wisc.edu/about-us/mission/),
- curriculum vitae,
- a statement of teaching philosophy (not to exceed 1-page), and
- a summary of current and planned research (not to exceed 1-page)
Please ensure that the resume and cover letter address how you meet the required/preferred qualifications and the skills/requirements outlined in the job summary. Please keep in mind, applicants need to articulate all requirements in their cover letter and/or resume. Applicants who have preferred qualifications/skills should share those in the cover letter and/or resume as well.
Incomplete applications may not be considered. Reference letters will only be requested from finalists for the position, but contact information must be provided at the time of application via the Workday application portal.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For issues with your application, please contact Allison Miller at allison.miller@wisc.edu.
INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you.
Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.
INTRODUCTION
The University of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy, Clinical Practice, Innovation and Research (CliPIR) Division invites applications for one 12-month position at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor with tenure. The faculty member will join a division whose mission is to promote pharmacists’ roles in high-quality, safe, and effective medication use through interdisciplinary research and education.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The faculty member will be responsible for developing an independent research program. The faculty member will have responsibility for teaching Pharm.D. students in the professional program related to their areas of expertise. PharmD teaching topics may include provision and payment of health services, health communication, pharmacy management, medication safety, and/or quality improvement, pharmacy law, and ethics, and the opportunity to contribute to elective pharmacy courses. The faculty member will contribute to the Health Services Research in Pharmacy (HSRP) graduate program with responsibility for graduate student mentorship, teaching, and collaborative scholarship. They will also participate in service to the school, university, and/or profession.
Applicants for this position will be considered for all three professor titles. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist. Level and pay are commensurate with experience.
The anticipated start date merely reflects the earliest possible start date. New hires may begin on a date later than the one listed.
This position is part of the Wisconsin Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Initiative. Through accelerated and strategic faculty hiring, research infrastructure enhancement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and increased student and educational opportunities, RISE addresses complex societal challenges of importance to the state, nation, and world. Building on UW–Madison’s strengths, RISE expands the University’s successful track record of connecting with communities and industry on collaborative solutions.
Over the next three academic years, UW–Madison will substantially increase current hiring levels, bringing 150 new RISE faculty to campus. Candidates hired through RISE will join a community of scholars working across disciplines, schools, and colleges on research, teaching, and outreach endeavors. The community will engage regularly in venues such as seminar series and colloquia to share ongoing projects and identify opportunities to work together. The University will support the community, facilitating access to research infrastructure, and funding to support broad and rich collaboration.
Further information regarding RISE can be found at: https://rise.wisc.edu/.
Key job responsibilities:
- Teaching in the School’s Health Services Research in Pharmacy (HSRP) graduate program.
- Teaching in the School’s Doctor of Pharmacy program.
- Mentoring graduate students in the School’s Health Services Research in Pharmacy (HSRP) graduate program.
- Serving as a member of school and/or university committees, and/or professional organizations.
- Advancing the research and scholarship mission of the School of Pharmacy by developing an independent and externally funded research program in an area of expertise as well as establishing collaborations leading to a sustained program of publishable scholarly work.
DEPARTMENT
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a world-class academic institution that encourages, values, and supports basic, applied, translational, and interdisciplinary research, and attracts scholars and students from around the world. The School of Pharmacy is located adjacent to the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, the 505 bed UW Health University Hospital, the 119 bed William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital, the 111 bed American Family Children's Hospital, the National Cancer Institute designated Paul P. Carbone Cancer Center, the Center for Human Genomics and Precision Medicine, and the Department of Biostatistics and Medical Informatics. The world headquarters of the Epic electronic medical records corporation is located 10 miles from the School of Pharmacy.
The University of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research and is an integral component of the UW Institute for Clinical and Translational Research funded by a $41 million NIH Clinical and Translational Science Award. Additionally, the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy PharmD program is among the best in the nation, consistently ranking in the top ten US News and World Report's "Best Graduate Schools". The School of Pharmacy also hosts vibrant graduate student programs and an undergraduate degree program in Pharmacology and Toxicology. The School of Pharmacy and surrounding medical center complex are contiguous with the main campus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, providing ready access to collaborators and research-related resources across the campus, as well as fitness centers, the second largest collegiate sailing club in the nation.
As both the State capitol and home of the University of Wisconsin, Madison is a vibrant city boasting year-round, world-class recreational and entertainment opportunities, and convenient regional and national transportation options. Madison and its surrounding communities are consistently rated in the top tier of "most-livable cities." In addition to the energy of this Big Ten campus and a state-of-the-art School of Pharmacy building, Madison and South-Central Wisconsin boasts great schools, plentiful recreational opportunities, and year-round cultural diversions. Visit http://www.jobs.wisc.edu/ for information on living and working in Madison.
This position will contribute to strategic initiatives across the School of Pharmacy and its centers including Transdisciplinary Center for Research in Psychoactive Substances (https://research.pharmacy.wisc.edu/tcrps/), Wisconsin Opioid Overdose Response Center (https://woorc.pharmacy.wisc.edu/), the American Institute for the History of Pharmacy (https://www.aihp.org/), and the Sonderegger Research Center for Improved Medication Outcomes (https://pharmacy.wisc.edu/src/). Additionally, there are opportunities for faculty to establish affiliations with other centers and programs on campus.
COMPENSATION
Negotiable, Annual (12 months)
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off, competitive insurances and savings accounts, and retirement benefits through a robust and well-funded plan offered by the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates at the assistant professor level are expected to demonstrate potential for establishing an independent and externally funded research program and teaching at the PharmD and graduate student level.
Candidates at the associate or full professor level are required to have demonstrated sustained extramural grant support, as well as research, scholarship, and teaching proficiency that meet the criteria for tenure and rank at University of Wisconsin-Madison and UW School of Pharmacy.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Especially desirable are candidates whose work advances the following priority research areas:
- Large data science to guide the development and evaluation of care interventions
- Pharmaco-epidemiology
- Pharmacoeconomics/health economics and outcomes research
- Health system transformation and implementation
- Pharmacy service evaluation and improvement
- Medication use safety and quality
- Patient-centered care and/or
- Patient-provider-centered outcomes
The ideal candidate would have methodological expertise in one or more of the following areas: quasi-experimental and observational designs; qualitative and mixed-methods research; large datasets to study medication use effectiveness and safety in real-world populations; biostatistics and large data science; or use of implementation science frameworks or trials to implement and evaluate effectiveness of evidence-based practices associated with pharmacy or health systems transformation.
In addition, strategic priority areas for growth include mental health, substance use and addiction, care of older adults, psychedelics research, and patient/provider use of AI.
A background in pharmacy practice is desirable but not required. Other desirable attributes include: demonstrated mentoring of underrepresented scholars, proven ability to establish public and private sector research partnerships to implement existing or new innovations that advance and demonstrate the value of pharmacy practice, and experience with innovation co-design especially with underserved populations. The applicant should also have a history of successful internal and external grant submissions or grant writing experience, effective oral and written communication skills, effective team skills, and the ability to effectively interact with other academic departments or schools with whom we have active collaborations, such as the School of Medicine and Public Health, Nursing, and Industrial & Systems Engineering.
Education
Ph.D. (or equivalent) in public health policy, health services research, pharmaco-epidemiology, or related field
HOW TO APPLY
Please upload all of the following as PDFs:
- A cover letter outlining your interest in the position; your approach to promoting community, integrity, compassion, and excellence in your work; and how your skills and experiences align with the mission of the University of Wisconsin - Madison School of Pharmacy (see our mission at https://pharmacy.wisc.edu/about-us/mission/),
- curriculum vitae,
- a statement of teaching philosophy (not to exceed 1-page), and
- a summary of current and planned research (not to exceed 1-page)
Please ensure that the resume and cover letter address how you meet the required/preferred qualifications and the skills/requirements outlined in the job summary. Please keep in mind, applicants need to articulate all requirements in their cover letter and/or resume. Applicants who have preferred qualifications/skills should share those in the cover letter and/or resume as well.
Incomplete applications may not be considered. Reference letters will only be requested from finalists for the position, but contact information must be provided at the time of application via the Workday application portal.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For issues with your application, please contact Allison Miller at allison.miller@wisc.edu.
INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
To request a disability or pregnancy-related accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.), please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to. Please make your request as soon as possible to help the university respond most effectively to you.
Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require your references to answer questions regarding misconduct, including sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.
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Assistant Professor Jobs in Madison: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an assistant professor job in Madison?
The strongest path into an assistant professor role in Madison runs through the University of Wisconsin system, area liberal arts colleges, and Madison's growing network of healthcare and technical training institutions. Candidates who have completed a doctoral program, built a record of published research or clinical teaching, and can demonstrate active engagement with a discipline stand out most in this market. Tailoring your application to each department's stated research priorities gives you a clear edge locally.
Which companies hire assistant professors in Madison?
Employers hiring assistant professors in Madison right now include University of Wisconsin–Madison, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Madison's hiring landscape is anchored by large research universities and affiliated medical and technical colleges, with additional openings at community colleges and specialized professional schools throughout Dane County.
Are there remote assistant professor jobs in Madison?
Yes, though remote availability is limited for most assistant professor roles, which typically require in-person instruction, lab supervision, and campus committee work. About 0% of assistant professor openings tied to Madison are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with online and hybrid teaching positions most commonly found in continuing education, professional development, and distance-learning programs connected to Madison institutions.
How can I get an assistant professor job in Madison with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point for candidates with limited experience is an adjunct or lecturer position at Madison Area Technical College or one of the UW system campuses, which often convert to full-time roles over time. Postdoctoral research appointments at UW-Madison are another practical bridge, keeping you embedded in department hiring networks. Volunteering for curriculum development projects or guest lecturing for established faculty builds a visible local record that department chairs notice when full positions open.
Which industries hire the most assistant professors in Madison?
The sectors hiring the most assistant professors in Madison are Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Madison's identity as a flagship research university city means demand is especially driven by departments expanding graduate programs, affiliated hospital and clinical training units, and the state's investment in STEM and public policy education.
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