What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Program Coordinator position at University of North Texas Health Science Center?
Title: Academic Program Coordinator
Employee Classification: Academic Program Coordinator
Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center
Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP
Sub Division-Department: HSC-UNT System College of Pharmacy
Department: HSC-Pharmacotherapy-301300
Job Location: Fort Worth
Salary: $38,000.000
FTE: .600000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
The Department of Pharmacotherapy at the UNT System College of Pharmacy advances pharmacy education, practice, and scholarship through innovative teaching, clinical service, and community engagement. The Office of Experiential Education (OEE) is integral to this mission, with faculty and staff collaborating with preceptors, practice sites, and students to deliver high-quality learning opportunities that connect classroom knowledge to patient care. By fostering professional growth, accountability, and resilience, OEE equips student pharmacists with the skills and confidence needed to excel in clinical practice and emerge as future leaders in healthcare.
Position Overview
The Academic Program Coordinator provides leadership and support for experiential education within the Department of Pharmacotherapy at the UNT System College of Pharmacy. This role supports Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) students throughout their educational journey, including both introductory and advanced pharmacy practice experiences. The coordinator works collaboratively with faculty, staff, administrators, and preceptors to facilitate student activities and engagement in university functions. In addition, the position contributes to the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of experiential and academic components of the PharmD program.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to create clear assessment reports.
- Detail-oriented with a strong service mindset.
- Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities.
- Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a group setting.
Job Duties
- Provides support to pharmacy students between various stakeholders, including team members, management, and external partners.
- Provides support and information to students and leadership on a variety of issues related experiential and didactic educational experiences.
- Ensures students are in compliance with Federal, State and Local laws, regulations, and/or accreditation standards in preparation for rotations and communicates compliance in a timely manner with internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintains accurate and up to date documentation related to program activities, outcomes and performance.
- Collects data with educational technology/tools as assigned in curricular, co curricular or assessment activities.
- Supports and assists with the educational technologies used in the classrooms and/or on clinical rotations.
- Implements and monitors evaluation processes to assess program effectiveness.
- Prepares regular progress and dashboard reports for management and other stakeholders.
- Assists with the planning and execution of events and educational activities.
- Actively meets and establishes positive/supportive relationships with pharmacy students.
- Completes special projects and duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
- Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Environmental Hazards
- No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
Averaging 24 hours per week.
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
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EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.