Program Manager, Rx Impact

Monday - Friday

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

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The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy (www.pharmacy.unc.edu) is one of six health science schools (Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Social Work, Public Health, Medicine) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is one of the oldest health science academic programs at Chapel Hill. The School teaches approximately 600 PharmD students and 145 graduate students. The School has built a reputation for its continued pursuit of excellence, rigorous education and training programs, cutting-edge multidisciplinary research, progressive pharmacy practices, efficient business operations, and its outstanding faculty, staff, and students. The School was named the number one School of Pharmacy in the U.S. by the U.S. News and World Report. The School has experienced unprecedented growth and success and continues to strategically position itself for sustained impact, as articulated in the School's Strategic Plan (https://pharmacy.unc.edu/about/oe/strategic-plan/).

Our Vision is to be the global leader in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. Our Mission is to prepare leaders and innovators to solve the world's most pressing health care challenges. We are Advancing Medicine for Life through innovation and collaboration in pharmacy practice, education, research, and public service.

THIS IS A TIME-LIMITED POSITION WITH AN ESTIMATED DURATION OF 3 YEARS.

The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, ranked among the top pharmacy schools in the nation, is committed to advancing health and wellness through innovation in education, research, and patient care. As part of this mission, the Pharmacy Readiness for Community Impact (Rx- IMPACT) program seeks to address the critical shortage of pharmacists in rural and underserved areas of North Carolina. This initiative focuses on recruiting and training students from these communities and preparing them to return as highly skilled practitioners who can serve vulnerable populations and improve health outcomes.

The Project Manager will oversee the implementation and coordination of the Rx- IMPACT program, a year-long, application-based experience designed to engage high school and undergraduate students with the profession of pharmacy and its expanding roles. The program includes three key components: a Summer Rx- IMPACT Program, an Experiential Immersion, and a Longitudinal Rx- IMPACT experience. Through these offerings, participants will explore health challenges affecting their communities, gain exposure to emerging pharmacist roles, and receive preparation for admission to the PharmD program at UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy. This position is funded through a three-year grant and will be appointed for the lifecycle of the grant, ensuring seamless delivery of program activities, managing partnerships, monitoring outcomes, and contributing to the long-term goal of recruiting and retaining pharmacists in rural and underserved areas across North Carolina.

Bachelor's degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

-Knowledge of emerging trends in higher education recruitment and student engagement.
-Experience working with students, student recruitment, or higher education outreach programs.
-Familiarity with health professions education or workforce development initiatives.
-Experience with data collection, analysis, and reporting for program evaluation.
-Demonstrated experience managing budgets and financial tracking for projects or programs.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

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The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.