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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for virtual assistant professor in the United States is $80,057.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Virtual Assistant Professor is an academic professional who teaches, advises, and conducts research remotely, typically through online platforms. They perform similar duties to traditional assistant professors but deliver lectures, hold office hours, and collaborate with colleagues and students virtually. This role allows for flexibility and can serve students across various locations, making education more accessible. Virtual Assistant Professors often use learning management systems, video conferencing, and digital resources to facilitate courses and research.

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As a Virtual Assistant Professor, collaboration with students and faculty primarily occurs through digital platforms such as video conferencing, learning management systems, and email. This role often involves hosting virtual office hours, participating in online faculty meetings, and engaging in discussion forums to support student learning and coordinate with colleagues. Effective communication and timely feedback are crucial for fostering an interactive and supportive online learning community. Additionally, virtual professors may help develop online course materials in partnership with instructional designers and other faculty members.

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To thrive as a Virtual Assistant Professor, you need advanced subject expertise, a relevant graduate degree (often a PhD or master’s), and teaching experience. Familiarity with online learning management systems (such as Canvas or Blackboard), video conferencing tools, and digital content creation is typically required. Strong communication, digital engagement, and organizational skills set standout educators apart in remote environments. These competencies ensure effective online instruction, student engagement, and academic success in virtual higher education settings.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Assistant Professor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,057 per year, or $38.5 per hour.

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Pittsburgh, PA

University of Pittsburgh
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Full-time, Part-time, Contractor

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Job description

University of Pittsburgh
Tenure-Track - Professor
Pharmacogenomics / Precision Medicine
Department of Pharmacy & Therapeutics
School of Pharmacy

Brief statement of duties and responsibilities: The Department of Pharmacy & Therapeutics of the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy is seeking a highly motivated individual for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor, associate professor, or professor rank. The ideal Candidate will have research experience in one or more of the following areas: clinical and translational sciences, precision medicine, genotype/phenotype discovery, medication outcome phenotyping, therapeutic biomedical engineering, health care implementation science, data science (pharmacoanalytics), toxicology, or pharmacovigilance. The incumbent is expected to complement or actively contribute to the Pittsburgh Pharmacogenomics (PittPGx) program and Pharmacogenomics Center of Excellence, as well as develop meaningful collaborations with other researchers within the School of Pharmacy, Schools of Health Sciences, and external organizations.

As a faculty member, the Candidate will be committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. This is an on campus, full-time 12-month position. The Department is housed in the School of Pharmacy, one of the six Schools of Health Sciences. The school offers a professional Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree, and post-professional fellowship and graduate degree programs (M.S. and Ph.D.). The Pharm.D. and Ph.D. degree programs are delivered as non-virtual programs. Some Masters programs are virtual or hybrid.

Responsibilities for faculty position include:
The successful applicant is expected to establish an independent, competitively funded research program.
Develop a successful track record of scholarship, which includes peer-reviewed publications and competitive grantsmanship related to pharmacogenomics, precision medicine, or other focus area as outlined above.
Provide mentorship and teaching of students, fellows, and other trainees.
Service on committees relevant to the teaching, research, and service missions of the Department, School, and University.
The University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their teaching, leadership, research, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. The applicant may also wish to take full advantage of the Department's strong and long-standing partnership with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), which is a world-class academic medical center in Pittsburgh. The University of Pittsburgh provides extensive resources and opportunities for independent and multi-disciplinary collaborative funded research. In addition to effective teaching and productive scholarship, the applicant will provide service to the University, profession, and community. This faculty position may be union eligible.

Minimum objective qualifications; other desirable qualifications:
Requirements for the position
A doctoral degree from an accredited university in pharmacy, medicine, public health, healthcare outcomes, pharmaceutical sciences, biomedical sciences, engineering, or a related field.
Expertise in genomic-based drug research, precision medicine, or other focus area as outlined above.
An established track record of peer-reviewed publications and competitive grantsmanship
Preferred qualifications for the position
Experience in teaching in professional and/or graduate programs
Priority will be given to candidates with a proven track record of competitive extra mura lfunding.
Proficiency with implementation of artificial intelligence in research will also be viewed as valuable expertise.
Rank and/or title; salary range or minimum: Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. The academic rank and salary are competitive and will be commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications. 4. Tenure/tenure-stream/non-tenure stream; full/part-time: This is a tenure stream, full-time position. 
Proposed starting date after: August 1, 2026.
Closing date for receipt of applications: July 15, 2026, or until position is filled.
Apply at join.pitt.edu, requisition #26002860, where you will upload your cover letter, CV, statement of teaching and areas of interest in scholarly activities and service, and names of three contacts who will serve as references. 
Please direct specific inquiries to Dr. James Coons (coonsjc@upmc.edu), Chair of the Search Committee.
EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled: The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and diversity. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled. The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equality, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. The commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

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