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How much do compounding assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for compounding assistant in Tennessee is $17.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.62 and $19.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Compounding Assistants?

Compounding Assistants are pharmacy support staff who help pharmacists prepare customized medications for patients. Their duties often include measuring, mixing, and labeling ingredients under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. They ensure that compounded medications meet quality and safety standards, and may also assist with inventory management and equipment cleaning. Compounding Assistants play a vital role in delivering personalized medicine, especially for patients who require non-standard dosages or formulations.

What are some common daily tasks a Compounding Assistant performs, and how do they support the pharmacy team?

Compounding Assistants are responsible for preparing and measuring ingredients for customized medications under the supervision of a pharmacist. Their daily tasks often include weighing and mixing compounds, labeling containers, maintaining a clean work environment, and managing inventory of raw materials. By handling these preparatory steps, they help pharmacists focus on verifying prescriptions and ensuring patient safety. Compounding Assistants also assist with documentation and may collaborate closely with pharmacy technicians and pharmacists to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.

What is the difference between Compounding Assistant vs Pharmacy Technician?

AspectCompounding AssistantPharmacy Technician
CertificationsOften requires compounding-specific training, but not always certifiedTypically requires state certification or registration
Work EnvironmentCompounding labs, pharmacies, healthcare facilitiesRetail or hospital pharmacies, healthcare settings
Job ResponsibilitiesPreparing compounded medications, assisting pharmacistsDispensing medications, managing inventory, customer service

While both roles support pharmacy operations, a Compounding Assistant focuses on preparing customized medications, whereas a Pharmacy Technician handles broader pharmacy tasks. The roles often overlap in work environment and required certifications, but their primary responsibilities differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Compounding Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Compounding Assistant, you need a solid understanding of pharmaceutical principles, precise measurement skills, and often a high school diploma or equivalent, with some employers preferring pharmacy technician certification. Familiarity with compounding equipment, safety protocols, and inventory management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure accurate medication preparation, safety compliance, and efficient support of pharmacists in providing tailored patient care.
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Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutics Focus) Full-Time Faculty - Asst/Assoc/Prof

Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutics Focus) Full-Time Faculty - Asst/Assoc/Prof

SOUTH COLLEGE

Knoxville, TN โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Description:

Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutics Focus) Full-Time Faculty - Asst/Assoc/Prof


Benefits

  • Tuition Assistance
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) โ€“ with Employer Contribution

South College - We are one of the nationโ€™s fastest growing institutions of higher learning โ€ฆ come grow your career with us. In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environmentโ€”where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.


20,000 Students

10 Campuses

Competency Based Education

Online


Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutics Focus) Full-Time Faculty Description

The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences of the South College School of Pharmacy, Knoxville, Tennessee, invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track, 12-month continuing faculty appointment available for immediate start. While South College does not follow a tenure model, faculty enjoy opportunities for academic rank promotion and merit-based annual salary advancement. The individual in this position will be primarily responsible for teaching PharmD students in our 3-year, accelerated pharmacy program but will also be expected to contribute to new knowledge through scholarship and provide service to the School of Pharmacy, South College, and the greater Knoxville community. Academic rank (Asst./Assoc./Prof.) of the successful candidates will be commensurate with experience.

Applicants with areas of expertise/interest within the broad discipline of pharmaceutical sciences are welcome to apply. Areas of priority expertise are pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical compounding, or a closely related field. Instructional duties include contribution to both required and elective courses delivered to both on-ground and online/hybrid students in our PharmD program.


Responsibilities

  • Develops, coordinates, and teaches content within the School of Pharmacy as appointed by the Department Chair to on-ground and online/hybrid students.
  • Contributes to two required laboratory courses that support the integration of pharmaceutics, compounding, and pharmaceutical calculations across both on-ground and online/hybrid student pathways.
  • Assists in the design, coordination, and delivery of immersion laboratory experiences for the online/hybrid cohort, ensuring alignment with course outcomes and professional competencies.
  • Develops and offers an elective course that corresponds with expertise area(s) as needed.
  • Uses the School of Pharmacyโ€™s platforms for teaching and assessments, such as Canvas, ExamSoftยฎ, and other platforms.
  • Provides mentorship and advisement for students in the School of Pharmacy as appointed by the Deanโ€™s Office and Department Chair.
  • Communicates teaching and scholarship activities through frequent and effective communication with the Department Chair.
  • Contributes to new knowledge through scholarship and research.
  • Integrates and enhances collaborations among the clinical sciences and basic sciences in areas of research/scholarship, teaching, and service.
  • Advances the service missions of the School of Pharmacy and South College.
  • Acts as an authoritative representative and advocate for the Department, the School of Pharmacy, and the College.
  • Actively participates in committees within the Department, School of Pharmacy, and College, as appointed by the Department Chair, and participates in professional organizations.
  • Operates within South College and School of Pharmacy policies.
  • Undertakes other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Department Chair.

Accountability

  • Delivers excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
Requirements:

Education

  • Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or closely related field.
  • PharmD with advanced training or professional experience in pharmaceutics may be considered.

Experience and Training

  • Strong academic credentials in areas of relevance to pharmacy, such as pharmaceutics.
  • Pharmaceutical sciences or pharmacy teaching experience is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with laboratory instruction, simulation, or immersion-based learning preferred.
  • Experience or interest in teaching within online or hybrid learning environments is highly desirable.
  • Contribute to new knowledge through scholarship in the individualโ€™s field of study or Scholarship of Teaching & Learning (SoTL).

Knowledge, Skills, Ability

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
  • Contribute to the educational and research missions of the department, school, and college.
  • Record of excellence in teaching in pharmacy education (preferred).

Interested candidates should apply by submitting the following documents as ONE single PDF file

  • Cover letter describing your professional goals, relevant academic preparation, and experiences
  • Current curriculum vitae
  • Statement of teaching/mentoring philosophy (one page)
  • Statement of research/scholarship interests and philosophy (one page)
  • Contact information for two professional references

Unofficial Transcripts should be uploaded with the application in separate files. Please note, any application without unofficial transcripts will be rejected.