Pharmacy Practice Lab Coordinator
University of Iowa

The Pharmacy Practice Lab Coordinator provides administrative and technical support for the instructors teaching in the Pharmacy Practice Laboratory (PPL). Manages medication and lab supply inventory. Completes daily set-up of professional activities for teaching lab, supply management, coordination of grading, and management of teaching technology. Schedule, instruct, and assign work for teaching assistants. Represents the interests of the university and of unit leadership in the use of resources to meet service and productivity demands within unit goals and budgets; strive to promote continual process and quality improvement.

The Pharmacy Practice Lab Coordinator serves as a valued member of the Pharmacy Practice Lab team, working primarily to enhance the quality of education provided to students pursuing their Doctor of Pharmacy in the College of Pharmacy. The Pharmacy Practice lab team consists of the Pharmacy Practice Lab Coordinator and three Clinical Track Faculty members. This team leads the delivery of the pharmacy practice course series, which consists of six practice-based courses that meet each week of the first three years of the doctorate of pharmacy education.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Develop Instructional Materials

• Plan, material acquisition and preparation, and pre-course administration of core courses associated with the PPL, working collaboratively with course instructors.
• Develop necessary case-based materials for incorporation into Pharmacy Practice Learning Center (PPLC) courses, using EHR Go and other resources.
• Plan, laboratory set-up and pre-course administration for Foundations of Pharmacy Practice and Applications of Pharmacy Practice courses.
• Coordinate with faculty to integrate PPL activities associated with other courses; and coordinate the pharmacy resident participants into the teaching and evaluation activities.

Instruct, Train, Consult, Support

• Manage learning management system (ICON) access and courses, grade, and track assignments.
• Coordinate the integration of the Pharmacy Educators Preparation Program for Residents participants into the teaching and evaluations activities of the PPL.
• Assist in the preparation and dissemination of assignments and activities and participate in activities as requested.
• Attend scheduled team meetings.

Facilities/Technology Management

• Utilize and manage computer technology in the PPL including course management systems, Microsoft 365, healthcare simulation software and other emerging technology.
• Coordinate and collaborate with information technology staff to ensure technology is available and working properly for course delivery.

Operational Management

• Daily setup, organization, cleanup, and close teaching labs.
• Procure and maintain supplies and equipment using a variety of vendors.
• Manage operational budget and reconcile expenses. Develop and submit course fee requests.
• Print, file, and maintain records and other materials pertinent to area of responsibility.

Supervision

• Plan, schedule, train, assign work, instruct, and check and approve work of the teaching assistants and academic rotation students.

For a complete job description, please contact Libby Kleppe at libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu

Education Requirement

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Experience Required

• Typically, 1-3 years of administration, program, operational support, or course management experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer technology and software such as course learning management systems and Microsoft 365 (e.g., Word, Excel, Teams).

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree in education or a health-related field.
• Experience in instructional support, administrative assistant role, or health-related field.

Application and Position Details

• In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact Libby Kleppe at libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.

Benefits Highlights

• Regular salaried position. Pay level 4A. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Additional Information

• Classification Title: Instructional Serv Specialist
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 4A
• Starting Salary Minimum: 46,500.00
• Starting Salary Maximum: 61,500.00

Contact Information

• Organization: College of Pharmacy
• Contact Name: Libby Kleppe
• Contact Email: libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu

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