Program Manager- Office of Professional Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

SOP-Professional Education-450200

Career Area :

Student Services

Posting Open Date:

10/25/2024

Application Deadline:

11/26/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Program Manager- Office of Professional Education

Appointment Type:

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

20067681

Vacancy ID:

NF0008613

Full Time/Part Time:

Full-Time Permanent

FTE:

1

Hours per week:

40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

Dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Proposed Start Date:

01/06/2025

Be a Tar Heel!:

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.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

, "This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station."

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

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.

Position Summary:

The Program Manager for Professional Education will support the PharmD program at the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy through 1) supporting and advancing individualization opportunities for PharmD students and 2) providing PharmD didactic curriculum coordination in collaboration with course directors.

The Program Manager will play a key role in operationalizing individualization efforts, maintaining policies, and ensuring the alignment of individualization options with emerging career opportunities in non-traditional settings. This role involves coordinating and supporting various initiatives, including didactic curriculum elective courses, academic scholars programs, certificates, dual-degree offerings, co-curricular activities, and internships.

The Program Manager will also serve as an education Manager for required PharmD didactic curricular courses, working closely with course directors to ensure a more streamlined and efficient course delivery process.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities associated with the delivery and/or management of student support functions, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and at least 1 year of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in education, business administration, health sciences, or a related field
* Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

* Master's degree in a relevant field.
* Experience in education (work in pharmacy education or health professions education setting is a plus).
* Familiarity with accreditation standards and curricular design in higher education.
* Proficiency in data management and reporting tools.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

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