Job Summary:

The Regional Coordinator serves as a faculty representative of the University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (CU Pharmacy) within an assigned Colorado rural region. This part-time position advances the School's educational mission through professional outreach, student recruitment, mentoring, experiential education support, and engagement with healthcare and community partners. The Regional Coordinator promotes CU Pharmacy's academic programs and professional pathways, delivers educational programming on rural health and pharmacy practice topics, supports workforce development initiatives, and fosters relationships that strengthen the School's regional presence and impact.

Working collaboratively with the Office of Experiential Programs, the Office of Student Affairs, regional Area Health Education Centers (AHEC), preceptors, and community stakeholders, the Regional Coordinator supports student success through recruitment, advising, co-curricular learning, and professional development activities. The position also contributes to experiential education by recruiting and supporting preceptors, assessing student learning experiences, facilitating regional partnerships, and serving as a liaison to enhance educational opportunities and healthcare initiatives across the assigned region.

Four positions will be hired from this search. This is a part-time position (0.2 FTE), expected to take approximately 8 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• CU Pharmacy Ambassador
  • Represent CU Pharmacy within the regional pharmacy community through professional service, educational outreach, and engagement with healthcare partners to support student recruitment, experiential education, and workforce development initiatives.
  • Promote CU Pharmacy’s mission, values, academic programs, and professional pathways.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with local partners, educational institutions, and community stakeholders.
  • Provide regional training education sessions to local pharmacists and student pharmacists on rotation on specific disease management or rural pharmacy topics.
  • Identify professional development opportunities for students to complete co-curricular activities.
• Student Recruitment, Mentoring & Coaching
  • Work closely with CU Pharmacy’s admissions team on recruitment strategies and efforts.
  • Provide mentorship and coaching to prospective and admitted pharmacy students.
  • Review and provide feedback on admitted pharmacy student experiential workbooks and portfolios.
  • Facilitate co-curricular learning and professional development activities for pharmacy students within the assigned region, including mentoring students, delivering educational presentations, and evaluating student learning outcomes.
• AHEC Liaison & MOUD Regional Support
  • Partner with AHEC staff and local community organizations/members to identify additional housing options for students completing experiential rotations in the region.
  • Serve as an informational resource for local pharmacists implementing direct patient care activities.
  • Facilitate communication among CU Pharmacy, regional partners, and MOUD network stakeholders to enhance student experiential learning experiences and regional educational initiatives.
• Preceptor Recruitment & Development
  • Recruit new preceptors and rotation placement sites in region to support experiential education needs.
  • Oversee and assess student experiential learning activities in collaboration with preceptors and the Office of Experiential Programs.
  • Assist with preceptor onboarding and professional development activities, including dissemination of resources and training opportunities.

Work Location:

Remote – this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must reside in rural Colorado.

Why Join Us:

The Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, located at the Anschutz Medical Campus, is an internationally renowned School of Pharmacy and a top-tier research school ranked in the top 10% of more than 140 schools in the country for research grant funding. At the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, we are committed to excellence and innovation in professional, graduate, and post-graduate education; scholarship and research; patient-centered care; public health advocacy; and societal leadership and engagement. Together, our innovation, discoveries, and engagement with our communities improve the health and well-being of society.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
• PharmD degree.
• Experience in education, healthcare, advising, recruitment, outreach, or community engagement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with AHEC centers, experiential education, health professions, or rural communities.
• Demonstrated familiarity with Colorado healthcare systems and pharmacy practice environments.

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the designated region.
• Reliable telephone and internet access.
• Live in rural Colorado region being represented.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of the pharmacist’s role and contributions on the healthcare team.
• Ability to work independently as a remote, Colorado region-based member of the CU Pharmacy team.
• Commitment to inclusive outreach practices.
• Strong relationship building and networking skills.
• Ability to manage regional responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Strong Interpersonal Skills.
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills.
• Problem Solving/Decision Making Ability.
• Planning and Organizing Ability.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume.
3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Wes Nuffer – Wesley.Nuffer@cuanschutz.edu.

Screening of Applications Begins:

This position may be seeking multiple candidates. Positions will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughout the posting period. Upon candidate(s) selection, the posting will be closed, and no further applications will be accepted.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE: $15,000 to $30,000 Annually for 20% time. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.