Pharmacist Jobs in Chicago, IL
Pharmacist jobs in Chicago concentrate in the Loop, Near North Side, and medical corridor along the Illinois Medical District, with strong demand in health systems, retail pharmacy chains, and specialty pharmacy operations. Employers actively hiring include Walgreens, CVS Health, and Northwestern Medicine. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/ Clinical Pharmacist, Addiction Consult Team
Hiring Department: Pharmacy Practice
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1041839
Posting Close Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Salary: The budgeted salary rate for the position is $133,000 - $155,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
About the University of Illinois Chicago
The UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice, is seeking a full-time, motivated professional for the position of Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/Clinical Pharmacist who will be assigned to UI Health’s inpatient Addiction Consult Team (ACT).
The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing pharmaceutical care to hospitalized patients with substance abuse disorders, including, but not limited to, opioids and alcohol. The hospital is a 450-bed academic institution located approximately 2 miles west of downtown Chicago. The hospital serves an urban, indigent patient population.
The Retzky College of Pharmacy, with campuses in Chicago and Rockford, is the #1 college of pharmacy in the state of Illinois and #6 in total research grant funding, according to the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP). More information about the College and Department of Pharmacy Practice can be found at https://pharmacy.uic.edu and https://dpp.pharmacy.uic.edu.
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.
Duties:
The ACT clinical pharmacist is an integral member of the hospital's multidisciplinary team. The Clinical Pharmacist's duties include optimizing medication management for patients diagnosed with substance use disorders, ensuring the coordination of drug therapy decision-making among healthcare personnel, and coordinating the medication management of this patient population during the transition from hospital admission to hospital discharge.
The academic responsibilities of the clinical faculty member (Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) include the provision of didactic lectures and precepting entry-level Doctor of Pharmacy students, PGY1 residents, and PGY2 residents. Scholarly activities, including presentations and publications, are an expectation as well. Academic rank commensurate with experience.
Qualifications:
- PharmD and PGY1 residency experience required.
- PGY2 Psychiatric Pharmacy Residency or Fellowship in psychiatry or substance abuse disorder management is preferred
- Candidates must present evidence of, or eligibility for, Illinois licensure as a professional pharmacist at time of employment.
- Highly preferred: strong clinical knowledge base; analytical and problem-solving skills; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to consistently meet deadlines; demonstrate flexibility and ability to work independently and adapt to a changing work environment; excellent planning, time management and organizational skills.
For fullest consideration, submit a completed application by the close date. A letter of intent and current curriculum vitae must be attached to the application. The names and e-mail contact information of three professional references must be submitted directly into the application.
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.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
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.
Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/ Clinical Pharmacist, Addiction Consult Team
Hiring Department: Pharmacy Practice
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1041839
Posting Close Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Salary: The budgeted salary rate for the position is $133,000 - $155,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
About the University of Illinois Chicago
The UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice, is seeking a full-time, motivated professional for the position of Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/Clinical Pharmacist who will be assigned to UI Health’s inpatient Addiction Consult Team (ACT).
The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing pharmaceutical care to hospitalized patients with substance abuse disorders, including, but not limited to, opioids and alcohol. The hospital is a 450-bed academic institution located approximately 2 miles west of downtown Chicago. The hospital serves an urban, indigent patient population.
The Retzky College of Pharmacy, with campuses in Chicago and Rockford, is the #1 college of pharmacy in the state of Illinois and #6 in total research grant funding, according to the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP). More information about the College and Department of Pharmacy Practice can be found at https://pharmacy.uic.edu and https://dpp.pharmacy.uic.edu.
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.
Duties:
The ACT clinical pharmacist is an integral member of the hospital's multidisciplinary team. The Clinical Pharmacist's duties include optimizing medication management for patients diagnosed with substance use disorders, ensuring the coordination of drug therapy decision-making among healthcare personnel, and coordinating the medication management of this patient population during the transition from hospital admission to hospital discharge.
The academic responsibilities of the clinical faculty member (Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) include the provision of didactic lectures and precepting entry-level Doctor of Pharmacy students, PGY1 residents, and PGY2 residents. Scholarly activities, including presentations and publications, are an expectation as well. Academic rank commensurate with experience.
Qualifications:
- PharmD and PGY1 residency experience required.
- PGY2 Psychiatric Pharmacy Residency or Fellowship in psychiatry or substance abuse disorder management is preferred
- Candidates must present evidence of, or eligibility for, Illinois licensure as a professional pharmacist at time of employment.
- Highly preferred: strong clinical knowledge base; analytical and problem-solving skills; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to consistently meet deadlines; demonstrate flexibility and ability to work independently and adapt to a changing work environment; excellent planning, time management and organizational skills.
For fullest consideration, submit a completed application by the close date. A letter of intent and current curriculum vitae must be attached to the application. The names and e-mail contact information of three professional references must be submitted directly into the application.
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.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
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.
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Pharmacist Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a pharmacist job in Chicago?
Target Chicago's largest hiring sectors first: integrated health systems anchored in the Illinois Medical District, Streeterville, and Hyde Park, retail pharmacy networks with dense store footprints across the city, and specialty pharmacy operations in the River North and West Loop business corridors. Candidates with oncology, ambulatory care, or medication therapy management experience stand out in Chicago's competitive clinical market. Networking through local ASHP chapter events and hospital career fairs also opens doors faster than applications alone.
Which companies hire pharmacists in Chicago?
Companies currently hiring pharmacists in Chicago include Walgreens, CVS Health, and Northwestern Medicine, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Chicago's employer mix is broad, covering major academic medical centers, regional hospital networks, independent specialty pharmacies, and large retail chains with high store density across the city's 77 neighborhoods.
Are there remote pharmacist jobs in Chicago?
Yes, though remote availability is limited for dispensing and clinical roles that require physical presence. About 0% of pharmacist openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with most of those positions concentrated in utilization management, drug information, pharmacovigilance, and managed care roles. Chicago's large insurance and pharmacy benefit management sector is where remote-eligible pharmacist work is most consistently available.
How can I get a pharmacist job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Chicago is landing a pharmacy residency or early-career staff pharmacist role at one of the city's community hospital networks, which recruit new graduates directly from Illinois-area pharmacy programs. Retail pharmacy chains with a heavy Chicago footprint hire new pharmacists and offer structured onboarding. Applying to per-diem or float pharmacist positions at multi-site health systems is another way to build Chicago clinical hours while increasing your exposure to full-time hiring managers.
Which industries hire the most pharmacists in Chicago?
Chicago pharmacist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Retail, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Chicago's status as a major healthcare hub, home to one of the country's largest concentrations of academic medical centers and a growing specialty pharmacy sector, drives consistent demand across those industries year-round.
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