Dr Jack Janetzki
Lecturer, Pharmacy and Pharmacology
School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
College of Health
Eligible to supervise Masters and PhD (as Co-Supervisor) - email supervisor to discuss availability.
Jack is a Lecturer in Pharmacy and Pharmacology. He completed both a Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) and a Doctor of Philosophy at Adelaide University's foundational University, University of South Australia. Jack is a practicing Pharmacist and has worked in several pharmacies spanning across rural Victoria and urban and rural South Australia. He is credentialed to provide Home Medicine Reviews and Residential Medication Management Reviews and is also a vaccinating and prescribing pharmacist.
Jack has a strong interest in improving medication safety which is evident in his clinical practice, research and education of future health professionals. Maintaining clinical practice allows him to draw on real world experiences and incorporate this into his contemporary teaching and research endeavours.
At Adelaide University Jack currently coordinates several courses including Fundamentals of Pharmacology, Pharmacy Practice Health Services Provision, Managing and Developing Pharmacy Operations, and Pharmacy Healthcare Services. He also teaches into other Pharmacy Practice courses across all year levels.
Jack is a member of the Quality Use of Medicines and Pharmacy Research Centre (QUMPRC) at Adelaide University where he is a pharmacoepidemiologist. Jack's research focuses on integrating methodologies to understand how adverse drug events happen at both a molecular-level and also at a population-level. To do this he uses molecular modelling strategies to predict how drugs may interact with a particular target and then uses big real-world data to investigate the risk of adverse events at the population-level. Jack also has a strong interest in researching medicine utilisation. In particular his research focuses on understanding sequential treatment patterns and understanding the complexities of medicine utilisation during shortages.
Jack's commitment to understanding and minimising adverse drug events extends beyond Adelaide University. He is a member of the Local Advisory Committee for Pharmaceutical Defence Limited, a not-for-profit organisation which support pharmacists with risk management advice.
Jack and his colleague Wern Chai (a/n Brian Chia) host a pharmacology educational instagram page where they post pharmacology related content. You can follow them by searching for "jbpharmacology".
The broad focus of my research is on understanding and improving the safe and effective use of medicines in real-world settings. My work integrates clinical practice, pharmacoepidemiology, and pharmacovigilance with data science and molecular modelling to better understand why and how adverse drug events occur. I have a particular interest in connecting foundational pharmacological mechanisms with population-level medicine use and outcomes.
Pharmacoepidemiology and Medicine Safety
Pharmacoepidemiology applies epidemiological methods to the study of medicines in large populations, providing insights into medicine utilisation, effectiveness, and safety in real-world clinical practice. My research uses large administrative and dispensing datasets to identify patterns of medicine use, quantify risks associated with medicine exposure, and evaluate the impact of regulatory or policy changes. A major focus of my work is understanding how medicine shortages, down-scheduling of medicines, and new models of pharmacist-led care influence patient outcomes and health system performance.
Pharmacovigilance and Adverse Drug Events
Pharmacovigilance focuses on detecting, assessing, and preventing adverse drug events (ADEs). My work explores innovative methods for ADE detection, combining big data analytics with molecular modelling to bridge the gap between clinical observations and biological mechanisms.
By combining pharmacoepidemiological analyses with structural and systems pharmacology approaches, I aim to better understand how drug mechanisms translate into clinical and population-level outcomes. My work also extends to professional and health service research, investigating how pharmacists can apply these insights in practice to reduce risk, optimise medicine use, and improve patient care.
| Date | Type | Title | Institution Name | Country | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Award | 2025 Unstoppable Teaching & Learning Awards: Enhanced Learning Award | University of South Australia | Australia | - |
| Language | Competency |
|---|---|
| English | Can read, write, speak, understand spoken and peer review |
| Date | Institution name | Country | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 - 2023 | University of South Australia | Australia | Doctor of Philosophy |
| 2016 - 2017 | Monash University | Australia | Graduate Certificate in Pharmacy Practice (Internship) |
| 2012 - 2015 | University of South Australia | Australia | Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) |
Jack’s teaching is grounded in his belief that learning about medicines and health should be meaningful, engaging, and connected to real-world practice. His approach combines clinical authenticity, scientific depth, and inclusivity to help students develop the knowledge, confidence, and curiosity needed to become safe and effective health professionals.
Drawing on his experience as a practising pharmacist, Jack brings clinical stories and practical examples into the classroom to bridge theory and practice. He aims to empower students to understand not just what medicines do, but how and why they work. For many students, pharmacology can feel like learning a new language. Having a keen interest in learning other languages himself, Jack uses this analogy to help students appreciate the meaning and structure behind terminology. This approach allows students to decode complex information and see how foundational pharmacological principles translate across all areas of health care.
Students frequently describe Jack as approachable, enthusiastic, and able to make challenging material accessible and engaging. His goal is to ensure that every learner feels valued and capable of contributing to the collective learning experience.
Jack uses technology to enrich learning experiences; integrating interactive e-textbooks, embedded multimedia, and gamified activities to promote active learning and problem-solving.
Through reflective practice, feedback, and continual professional learning, Jack strives to create a dynamic learning environment that prepares students to think critically, communicate effectively, and practise safely. His ultimate aim is to inspire future health professionals who approach patient care with curiosity, compassion, and confidence.
In 2024, Jack was awarded Best Lecturer by the South Australian Pharmacy Student Association alongside is colleague Dr Brian Chia. Together they run an instagram page sharing information on how medicines work: @jbpharmacology
Courses I teach and coordinate:
- PHAR 2019 Fundamentals of Pharmacology (2025)
- PHAR 3027 Pharmacy Practice Health Services Provision (2025)
- PHAR 4029 Managing and Developing Pharmacy Operations (2025)
- PHAR 5068 Pharmacy Healthcare Services (2025)
- PHAR 2019 Fundamentals of Pharmacology (2024)
- PHAR 3027 Pharmacy Practice Health Services Provision (2024)
- PHAR 4029 Managing and Developing Pharmacy Operations (2024)
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