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Position OverviewThe Student Engagement Center at the University of Kansas serves as a hub for student involvement, leadership development, impact programs and resources, and community programs. Through the Student Engagement Center, KU students deepen their connection to each other and KU by exploring communities and opportunities to thrive during their Jayhawk experience. Students will ~~engage ~~through registered student organizations, leadership experiences, and professional development workshops. The Center will ~~impact ~~students by providing for direct needs in the Campus Cupboard, Pregnant and Parenting Pantry, clothing closets, and the Emergency Aid Network. Jayhawks will build ~~community ~~as they connect with peers and engage in student support programs. The Student Engagement Center enhances existing programs by providing greater resources and deeper connections across Student Affairs.

The Non-Traditional Student Program Coordinator for Community Programs is responsible for strengthening the KU student experience for non-traditional students defined as students who start college over the age of 24, commuter students, students with dependents, and part-time students. The Non-Traditional Student Program Coordinator will supervise graduate and undergraduate student staff to implement a dynamic outreach and student engagement experience. The Non-Traditional Student Program Coordinator for Community Programs engages with students, staff, faculty, alumni, and the community to extend the reach of the Student Engagement Center.

The Non-Traditional Student Program Coordinator reports to the Associate Director of Community Programs in the Student Engagement Center. Student Affairs at the University of Kansas makes learning possible through programs and services designed to support students across their KU experience as they achieve their academic and personal goals. Student Affairs serves as an advocate for students across the University community.Job Description**30% - Student Programming**

- Implement a comprehensive student engagement curriculum that supports the mission of the SEC.

- Oversee direct outreach, development, and support for two or more categories of student organizations, their leaders, and their advisors.

- Oversee the KU student commuter lounge.

- Oversee the planning and development of biweekly student programs geared to connect and support Non-traditional students at KU.

- Manage program budgets associated with student engagement programs.

**20% - Outreach**

- Lead the development and implementation of a communication plan to connect with Non-Traditional students across the five KU campuses.

- Re-launch and advise the Non-Traditional Student Foundation, a registered student organization for KU non-traditional students.

- Participate in campus-wide involvement fairs and orientation sessions to provide an overview of resources and engagement opportunities for non-traditional students.

- Implement virtual outreach engagement opportunities to connect with non-traditional students.

- Create and implement Non-Traditional Student Newsletter.

- Launch Big 12 Non-Traditional Student Support Group, intended to connect with colleagues across Big 12 institutions who are supporting Non-traditional students or interested in learning about how to implement strategies on their respective campuses.

- Manage program budget associated with marketing materials for Non-Traditional students.

**20% - Education and Research**

- Develop and implement workshops for registered student organizations including but not limited to these topics: student organization registration process, event planning, budget management, fundraising, and history/heritage months.

- Design ongoing training and communications strategies for registered student organization advisors. Ensure advisors receive regular training on risk management, conflict management, funding opportunities, and other Registered Student Organization Guidelines.

**15% - Assessment and Administration**

- Develop, monitor, and evaluate program learning outcomes. Ensure all registered student organization and community programming advances departmental, Student Affairs, and university learning outcomes; this includes the submission of monthly data points and identifying trends over time and projections for future needs.

- Serve as a student engagement support specialist; attending recruitment fairs, pipeline programming and other marketing events to further SEC’s outreach efforts.

- Host weekly office hours for student support meetings.

**10% - Supervision**

- Supervise and provide leadership, direction, training and support to one graduate assistant and/or undergraduate student staff.

**5% - Other Duties as Assigned**

- Serve on the Student Engagement Center, Student Affairs, and university-wide committees as needed.

- Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

- This position is required to work on-site.

- This position requires some evening and weekend work.

Required Qualifications

- Master’s degree in higher education, college student personnel, educational leadership, counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field.

- One year of full-time experience working with college students through programs and services. Two years working as a Graduate Assistant will count towards one year of professional work.

- Experience developing and implementing educational materials, programs, and workshops.

- Applied knowledge of best practices and national trends impacting student involvement, engagement, and leadership development as demonstrated through work history.

- Experience that required collaborative work with a wide range of students, staff, faculty, administrators, and other members of the community as evidenced by application materials.

- Strong written communication skills as evidenced by application materials.

- Experience creating marketing materials and using social media in a professional setting.

~~This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations. ~~Preferred Qualifications

- Two or more years of related experience in the following areas: student organizations and/or student engagement programs, knowledge of current issues in higher education, risk management policies and procedures and student development and other theoretical frameworks, and/or strategic development and project management.

- Experience with hiring evaluating, staff development and training within a post-secondary education setting.

- Experience with programming budgets, student organization funds, and/or basic accounting experience.

- Experience adhering to, and knowledge of, policies and procedures of a large university as evidenced by application materials.

- Experience developing, implementing, and assessing learning outcomes and strategic plans and priorities related to college student engagement.

Additional Candidate InstructionsIn addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

- Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.

- Resume

- List of three (3) professional references

**Only complete applications will be considered.Application review begins April 3rd, 2026, and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.**

Contact Information to ApplicantsJordan Brandt

engagement@ku.edu

785-864-4030Advertised Salary Range50,000Application Review BeginsFriday April 3, 2026Anticipated Start DateMonday June 29, 2026Apply to Job

Student Program Coordinator, Non-Traditional

The largest health insurer in the state of Kansas. As a mutual insurance company, BCBSKS is owned by its policyholders. Its board of directors consists of Kansans from different areas of the state, 16 policyholders who bring to the table practical experience in business, medicine, hospital administration and education. Day-to-day operations are directed by a nine-person steering committee under the guidance of the company’s president/CEO. Customers and health care professionals have a voice in company activities through numerous advisory and liaison committees, as well as focus groups and surveys.

BCBSKS is a financially secure, billion dollar company that contributes to the Kansas economy in several ways. The company surpasses $1 billion in annual claims payments to health care providers and members and contributes more than $140 million a year to the economy through payroll and taxes.

The company's headquarters are located in Topeka, KS. Nearly 1,400 employees work in the company's various office locations in Topeka. In addition, about 110 employees work in offices in Dodge City, Garden City, Hays, Hutchinson, Independence, Lawrence, Manhattan, Pittsburg, Salina and Wichita.

BCBSKS is a member of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association headquartered in Chicago. There are 36 Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans throughout the United States. Each Plan is separate and independent but all Plans cooperate with other Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans in the exchange of ideas, processing of claims and providing inter-plan services to customers.

For current job openings, please visit: www.bcbsks.com/careers

Industry: Insurance
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more

information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13573526 **Are

you ready to make a difference? Choose to work for one of the most

trusted companies in Kansas.**

You Belong At Blue

- Why Join Us?**

-  **Make a Positive Impact:** Your work will directly contribute to

the health and well-being of Kansans.

-  **Family** **Comes First**: Total rewards package that promotes the

idea of family first for all employees. Paid vacation and sick leave

with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire

-  **Professional Growth Opportunities:** Advance your career with

ongoing training and development programs.

-  **Dynamic Work Environment:** Collaborate with a team of passionate

and driven individuals in a work environment that promotes

flexibility.

-  **Trust and Stability:** Work for one of the most trusted companies

in Kansas with over 80 years of commitment, compassion and

community.

-  **Inclusive Work Environment:** We pride ourselves on fostering a

workplace where everyone is valued and respected.

**Benefits & Perks**

-  Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total

Rewards package

-  Incentive pay program (EPIP)

-  Health/Vision/Dental insurance

-  6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers

-  Fertility/Adoption assistance

-  2 weeks paid caregiver leave

-  401(k) plan matching up to 5%

-  Tuition reimbursement

-  Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources

**Job Summary**

The Medicaid & ACA Manager supports the strategic and operational

execution of Medicaid and Affordable Care Act (ACA) programs (individual

and small group), serving as a critical operational, analytical, and

coordination leader while partnering closely with the Director to

translate strategy into disciplined execution. This role is responsible

for performance monitoring, insight generation, cross-functional

coordination, and execution oversight. The role ensures initiatives

impacting medical cost, revenue, regulatory compliance, and member

outcomes are effectively planned, executed, and monitored particularly

within the ACA Individual and Small Group Markets.

This position is eligible to work remotely, hybrid, or onsite in

accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in

Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of

employment.

**What you\'ll do**

-  Build and manage detailed workplans, timelines, milestones, and

accountability structures across the portfolio

-  Oversee day-to-day execution of initiatives, ensuring alignment to

financial, operational, and regulatory objectives

-  Monitor and interpret key ACA performance indicators (e.g., MLR,

risk adjustment/coding capture, enrollment trends, utilization and

cost drivers) and support ACA specific analyses related to morbidity

shifts, affordability, benefit design, etc.

-  Develop and maintain dashboards and recurring performance reports to

support leadership decision-making

-  Identify trends, risks, and opportunities; convert insights into

actionable recommendations and execution support

-  Lead cross-functional coordination across Actuarial/Finance, Care &

UM, Provider Networks, Operations, and Compliance/Regulatory Affairs

-  Facilitate working sessions, manage dependencies, track decisions,

risks, and deliverables to drive accountability and ensure

initiatives remain aligned with organizational goals

-  Support regulatory and compliance readiness (ACA

reporting/submissions, audit prep, regulatory inquiries, and

corrective action planning/tracking)

-  Proactively identify and escalate execution gaps and operational

risks, track remediation plans, outcomes, and progress reporting

-  Prepare executive-rea y materials, performance summaries, and

decision-support analyses for senior leaders

**Knowledge/Skills/Abilities**

-  Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

-  Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable

insights

-  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including

executive-level presentation

-  High attention to detail with the ability to connect tactical

execution to strategic goals

-  Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes

environment

-  Collaborative leadership style with confidence and executive

presence

-  Knowledge of state Medicaid contracts, CMS guidance, and ACA

Marketplace operations

-  Strong understanding of health plan operations, MLR drivers and cost

management levers and Medicaid and ACA regulatory requirements

**What you need**

**Education And Experience**

-  Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent in business administration, health

care, public health or related field, required. Master\'s degree

(MBA, MPH, MHA, or equivalent), preferred

Minimum five (5) years\' experience working with Medicaid

Medicaid & ACA Manager

Position Overview

The Weather Lab Manager is responsible for supporting meteorological data collection and maintaining technical operations within the Department. This role ensures that daily cooperative weather observations are accurately recorded and reported to the National Weather Service from the campus observation site. Additionally, the manager oversees the MACH computer lab, ensuring that all computers and printers are functioning properly and that any technical issues are promptly communicated to system administrators. This position plays a key role in maintaining the reliability of both scientific data and computing resources.

**Job Description**

**60% – MACH Computer Lab Oversight**

- Oversees the MACH computer lab, ensuring that computers and printers are functioning properly and that any issues are reported to system administrators.

**40% – Meteorological Observations Management**

- Responsible for ensuring that all cooperative meteorological observations are taken daily in the morning on campus and reported to the National Weather Service.

Required Qualifications

- Must be able to read weather instruments.

- During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: 1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or 2) be pre-enrolled in upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or 3) be enrolled in summer session or 4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).

Preferred Qualifications

- Completed ATMO 105 and is pursuing an atmospheric science degree, as indicated in application materials.

Position RequirementsDuring the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).Employment Conditions(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.To ensure consideration, please complete the application in its entirety. A review of applications will continue until a qualified pool of applicants has been identified. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Contact Information to ApplicantsDavid Rahn

-  This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.Additional Candidate InstructionsIn addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

- Resume/ CV

- Cover Letter addressing required/ preferred qualifications

darahn@ku.eduAdvertised Salary Range$14.25Anticipated Start DateWednesday June 3, 2026Apply to Job

Student Weather Lab Manager

Position OverviewThe Dean’s Office in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at the University of Kansas is seeking candidates for a Director and Full or Associate Professor position in the Museum Studies Program.

This position is open to KU faculty members in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences only.

The director provides leadership and oversight for all unit activities. This position reports to an Associate Dean in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and serves at the pleasure of the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences.

Please note that this position is not covered by any union agreement nor represented by United Academics of KU, AAUP, or AFT.Job Description

**Director of Museum Studies Program (50%)**

- Provides oversight and leadership for all unit activities.

- Administers the academic programs of the unit.

- Reviews and modifies, in consultation with unit governance and faculty, the long-range planning for the unit.

- Oversees all internal budgetary, administrative, and personnel matters.

- Supervises and reviews the unit’s faculty and staff.

- Seeks enhancement of all unit resources by actively seeking external funding.

- Develops and enhances research and educational relationships between the unit and other units across the College and University, as well as with entities outside the University.

- Develops long-term planning for future leadership.

- Executes College and University policy in the unit effectively.

- Represents the unit and reports to CLAS, and represents the unit to other University entities.

**Faculty Member / Academic Staff (50%)**

**Teaching/Advising (20%)**

- Teaches courses in field of specialty.

- Advises students, including student mentoring and providing directed readings.

- Supervises graduate teaching assistants, as assigned.

- Serves on committees that supervise and evaluate student progress.

**Research (20%)**

- Engages in scholarly research, including publishing appropriate peer-reviewed books and articles and presenting papers at professional conferences on a regular basis.

**Service (10%)**

- Provides general service to one’s home unit, the College, the University, the state, and the profession.

Required QualificationsEvaluation of the following requirements will be made through (1) descriptions of work experience and educational experience in letter of application and (2) record of accomplishments and productivity addressed in c.v.

- Tenured appointment with the rank of Full Professor or Associate Professor in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, or a position of comparable rank in another area of the university.

- Ability to serve as an academic leader and team builder, developing and enhancing research and educational relationships among faculty and between the unit and related units.

- Teaching experience at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and commitment to teaching excellence.

- Strong record of scholarly achievement, as evidenced by an established program of research with the promise of continued productivity.

- Ability to communicate effectively and to manage interpersonal relations.

Preferred Qualifications

- Rank of Full Professor, or comparable.

- Excellent administrative and management skills.

- Commitment to interdisciplinary and international studies in teaching, research, and service.

- Experience with KU and KUCR administrative procedures.

- Experience working in or with museums, cultural institutions, and/or nonprofit organizations.

- Experience in seeking outside funding and managing multiple projects.

**Additional Candidate InstructionsApplication Materials Should Include**

- An application letter containing (a) a statement of the candidate’s goals and vision for the unit; (b) a statement detailing the candidate’s experience working in museums, cultural institutions, and/or nonprofit organizations.

- A curriculum vitae containing information on the candidate’s accomplishments in teaching, research, service, and administration.

- The contact information for three references who can speak to the qualifications and preparedness of the candidate to lead the unit.

**Applications are due June 30, 2026Review of applications will begin July 1, 2026.**

Contact Information to ApplicantsJill Mignacca (jmig@ku.edu)Advertised Salary RangeAdministrative Supplement will be added to current academic-year salary and additional summer salary compensationApplication Review BeginsWednesday July 1, 2026Anticipated Start DateFriday January 1, 2027Apply to Job

*INTERNAL ONLY* Museum Studies Director and Associate/Full Professor

Enjoy championship golf, tennis, swimming, enjoyable events, and fresh, seasonal dining options all in one gorgeous location. We pride ourselves on our impeccable service, family-friendly environment, and commitment to excellence. With infinite opportunities for entertainment, LCC truly is the place to be!

Industry: Hospitality
Company Size: 11-50 employees

Lawrence Country Club Kansas

Event Coordinator

Job Classification: Exempt

Reporting Relationship: Food & Beverage Services Manager, General Manager

Primary Accountability:The Event Coordinator is responsible for the sales, planning, coordination, and execution of club events ranging from 10–250 guests, including weddings, corporate events, tournaments, member functions, and other club gatherings. This role coordinates banquet and event service staff, manages event logistics, and ensures events are executed according to the club’s hospitality and service standards. The Event Coordinator works under the direction of the Food & Beverage Services Manager and collaborates with the culinary and service teams to deliver exceptional experiences for members, guests, and clients.

Essential Job Functions:Event Sales & Booking

· Serve as the primary client contact throughout the planning process and during events

· Respond to event inquiries, conduct site tours, prepare proposals and contracts, and convert inquiries into confirmed bookings for club events including weddings, corporate functions, tournaments, member events, and social gatherings

· Assist Marketing Manager in promoting club functions and events within dining outlets and other areas of the clubhouse

· Maintain and manage the club’s master event calendar and event documentation

Event Coordination & Supervision

· Coordinate and oversee event planning and execution to ensure events are carried out according to Banquet Event Orders and club service standards.

· Coordinate event logistics across the culinary team, service staff, vendors, and other relevant departments

· Prepare and distribute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) detailing menus, timelines, room setups, and operational requirements

· Conduct pre-event briefings with banquet staff to review event timelines, service expectations, and special requests

· Monitor event flow and guest satisfaction during events, addressing concerns and communicating service adjustments as needed

· Greet members and guests and observe service to ensure club hospitality standards are maintained

Event Staffing & Operations

· Provide event-specific direction to banquet staff during event execution; overall service management and staffing decisions remain under the supervision of the Food & Beverage Services Manager

· Assist the Food & Beverage Services Manager with event staffing and payroll verification for banquet staff

· Monitor event staff compliance with club policies including dress code, service standards, and professionalism

· Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and organization of banquet equipment and event-related facilities

· Assist in developing and implementing departmental policies, procedures, and operational improvements related to events

Financial, Administrative, & Compliance

· Assist with reconciliation and documentation for event-related Point-of-Sale transactions and additional billing

· Assist the Food & Beverage Services Manager in monitoring the financial performance of the events program and identifying opportunities for improvement

· Ensure proper handling procedures are followed to minimize breakage and food waste; ServSafe certification required if not already obtained

· Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws related to food and beverage service and event operations

Qualifications:· 2–4 years of experience in hospitality event coordination, banquet operations, catering sales, or private event management with 50+ guests preferred

· Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously

· Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on the club’s event schedule

· Ability to read and interpret operating procedures and prepare routine reports and correspondence.

· Ability to apply practical problem-solving skills and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced hospitality environment

· Sales confidence and ability to work directly with clients during event planning and execution

· Ability to communicate effectively with members, guests, and staff

· Ability to understand event pricing, service charges, and basic banquet calculations

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ClubEssential and Perfect Venue experience preferred

· Must provide required employment eligibility documentation upon hire

Benefits:· Competitive salary

· Annual bonus structure

· Health and dental insurance

· Base life insurance coverage

· 3% IRA employer matching with personalized retirement consultation

· Monthly phone stipend

· Possible education and professional certification reimbursement

Physical Requirements:· Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during events

· Ability to lift or move event materials and supplies up to 30 pounds

· Ability to use a computer and read digital and printed materials

Work Environment:· Hospitality-driven schedule requiring evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during peak event periods

· Fast-paced environment balancing office-based planning with active event oversight in the clubhouse

· Frequent interaction with club members, guests, and staff across multiple departments

Additional Duties:This job description is intended to describe the general duties and responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all tasks. Additional duties may be assigned as needed by management.

Application Instructions:Applicants should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining their relevant event coordination or hospitality experience to brie@lawrencecountryclub.com and adam@lawrencecountryclub.com. Please include the phrase “Event Logistics” in the subject line of the application email.

Event Coordinator

Position OverviewThe primary role of the Director for Experiential Education is to prepare students for their future endeavors by giving them practical, hands-on experiences that deepen their understanding and build essential skills by connecting classroom learning to real-world applications. These programs foster professional readiness and increase student engagement.

This role collaborates with faculty, administrators, and external partners to curate programs that include internships, service learning, field trips, and other experiential learning opportunities. These initiatives are carefully aligned with the academic curriculum and institutional goals to ensure a cohesive and enriching educational experience. This role also plays a pivotal role in assessing and continuously improving the quality and impact of experiential learning programs.

This position will be responsible for the Experiential Education program with a specific focus on Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) while supervising others with focuses in Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPE) and Preceptor Site Coordination visits.

This position will also hold faculty rank within the Pharmacy Practice department along with teaching responsibilities (0.25 FTE). This position will be recruited at the level of Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor rank based on selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. This is a full-time, 12‑month, faculty position with some required travel. The position will work primarily on the KU Lawrence campus, with set in-person days and remote or hybrid flexibility aligned with experiential education program needs.

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.Job Description**Director/Administration of Experiential Education**

~~35% - Program Management~~

- Coordination of student rotations, including optimization and matching skills and needs.

- Management of rotation change requests

- Draft and finalize experiential workload numbers for faculty

- Execution of affiliation agreements, including renewal/revision of affiliation agreements

- Determination of site-specific student onboarding requirements

- Creation of new or revision of existing syllabi

- Development and revision of assessment tools as well as rotation policy and procedures

- Supervision, leadership, and oversight for direct reports including readiness with APPE, IPPE, Preceptor programs. Complete employee evaluations

- Participation in interviewing, orientation, and onboarding of new employees

- Submit rotation grades

- Monitor, track and ensure alignment with budgetary allowances to include but not limited to preceptor or practice site payments, travel reimbursement, and office supplies or other office expenses.

- Participation in the School of Pharmacy Assessment Committee

- Maintain active involvement with American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Experiential Education Special Interest Group

~~15% - Preceptor/Site Management~~

- Monitor and validate Field Encounters completion for APPE’s and IPPE’s

- Monitor Evaluation completion for APPE’s and IPPE’s

- Develop marketing strategies for recruitment of preceptors

- Develop education and appreciation programs to support retention of preceptors

- Review preceptor evaluation reports

- Manage and document preceptor/site issues

~~15% - Student Engagement~~

- Creation of IPPE / APPE schedules

- Orientation / experiential program presentations to students

- Individual (one-on-one) meetings with students or career planning sessions, as requested.

- Manage and document student issues

- Advising of students as assigned by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs

- Support with student outreach activities (ex. admissions, recruiting, student health fairs, school of pharmacy events, etc.)

~~10% - Assessment / Quality Improvement & Assurance~~

- Development of Field Encounter requirements for IPPE and APPE

- Development and revision of policy and procedures for required documentation and non-credit requirements

- Manage student progression in collaboration with Associate Dean

- Development and ongoing refinement of process to identify and track issues

- Evaluation of experiential program through student, preceptor, and accreditation standards.

- Generate report(s) for accreditation purposes

- Produce scholarly presentation and publications related to experiential education and/or scholarship of teaching and learning.

**Clinical Professor**

~~20% - Teaching / Service~~

- Responsible for coordinating, instructing, and overseeing the completion of PHPR didactic courses within the Pharmacy School curriculum for the PharmD program, as directed by the Chair of Pharmacy Practice.

- Assist in grading OSLE/OSCE content as assigned.

- Teach up to the equivalent of one four-credit hour course per semester.

- Other duties as assigned by the Chair of Pharmacy Practice

~~5% Other duties as assigned ~~Required Qualifications

As demonstrated by application materials, work history, or interview.

**For Those Applying At The Assistant Clinical Professor Level**

- A terminal degree in Pharmacy (Doctor of Pharmacy from an ACPE accredited school. For pre-2000 graduates, a BS degree is considered terminal.) OR a Doctor of Philosophy in a health or healthcare related field.

- Record of effectiveness in teaching

- Experience in Experiential Education or equivalent

- Two years of management or leadership experience providing supervising and direction to others.

- Strategic vision for experiential education or learning.

- Experience with databases

- Demonstrated excellence in mentorship or precepting evidenced by evaluations or other written communications

- Excellent organizational and communication skills

- Record of scholarly activities commensurate with an academic appointment

- Evidence of professional leadership, teaching excellence and team management skills

- Must be licensed as a registered pharmacist in the State of Kansas or must obtain licensure through the Kansas State Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of start date.

- Track record of effectiveness in clinical pharmacy practice

**Requirements**

**For those applying at the rank of Associate Clinical Professor, all above listed requirements for the Assistant Clinical level apply as well as the following:**

- A strong documented record of teaching, leadership, scholarship, and service accomplishments.

Preferred Qualifications

- At least two years of experience as a faculty member in pharmacy or equivalent experience

- Experience with CoreElms database

Additional Candidate InstructionsIn addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

- A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.

- Resume or curriculum vitae.

- Contact information for three professional references.

**The application review will begin June 25, 2026 and will continue until a pool of qualified applicants is obtained. **Advertised Salary RangeCommensurate with experienceApplication Review BeginsThursday June 25, 2026Anticipated Start DateMonday August 17, 2026Apply to Job

Director for Experiential Education/Assoc.or Full Clinical Prof

Position OverviewThe primary role of the Director for Experiential Education is to prepare students for their future endeavors by giving them practical, hands-on experiences that deepen their understanding and build essential skills by connecting classroom learning to real-world applications. These programs foster professional readiness and increase student engagement.

This role collaborates with faculty, administrators, and external partners to curate programs that include internships, service learning, field trips, and other experiential learning opportunities. These initiatives are carefully aligned with the academic curriculum and institutional goals to ensure a cohesive and enriching educational experience. This role also plays a pivotal role in assessing and continuously improving the quality and impact of experiential learning programs.

This position will be responsible for the Experiential Education program with a specific focus on Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) while supervising others with focuses in Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPE) and Preceptor Site Coordination visits.

This position will also hold faculty rank within the Pharmacy Practice department along with teaching responsibilities (0.25 FTE). This position will be recruited at the level of Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor rank based on selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. This is a full-time, 12‑month, faculty position with some required travel. The position will work primarily on the KU Lawrence campus, with set in-person days and remote or hybrid flexibility aligned with experiential education program needs.

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.Job Description**Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience Coordinator**

60%

- Rotation Schedule Creation and Management for APPEs

- Rotation Site Maintenance onboarding

- Policy/Procedure & Rotation Syllabi management

- Student Engagement and Career Advising support

- Assessment and Quality Improvement Initiative management

- Website and Management System utilization

- Preceptor retention and recruitment activities including education and development

- Student development and professional identity formation activities

**Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor in Pharmacy Practice**

25% Teaching

- Responsible for the coordination and instruction of didactic and laboratory courses in the PharmD program as assigned by the Chair of Pharmacy Practice

- Participate in and provide support to interprofessional education activities as assigned

- Participate in and provide support to objective structured learning examination/objective structured clinical examination activities

10% Service

- Serve on department, school, and/or university committees, as assigned

- Participate in regional, state, or national organizations through committee service and volunteer activities

- Support student engagement in outreach activities such as health fairs and service initiatives

- Contribute to faculty recruitment efforts through participation on search committees, as assigned

- Build and sustain productive relationships with professional organizations and partners within the healthcare and pharmacy sectors

- Support student development through academic advising, professional mentorship, and active involvement with student organizations and professional societies

- Support with student outreach activities (ex. admissions, recruiting, student health fairs, school of pharmacy events, etc.)

5% Research

- Participate in scholarship resulting in conference presentations, peer-reviewed published manuscripts, peer-reviewed instructional materials, or invited lectures or presentations

- Research may include any type of practice- or educational-based research, with funding as needed to support the research.

- Research support may be obtained via direct grant or contract

Required Qualifications

As demonstrated by application materials, work history, or interview.

**For Those Applying At The Assistant Clinical Professor Level**

- A terminal degree in Pharmacy (Doctor of Pharmacy from an ACPE accredited school. For pre-2000 graduates, a BS degree is considered terminal.) OR a Doctor of Philosophy in a health or healthcare related field.

- Record of effectiveness in teaching

- Experience in Experiential Education or equivalent

- Two years of management or leadership experience providing supervising and direction to others.

- Strategic vision for experiential education or learning.

- Experience with databases

- Demonstrated excellence in mentorship or precepting evidenced by evaluations or other written communications

- Excellent organizational and communication skills

- Record of scholarly activities commensurate with an academic appointment

- Evidence of professional leadership, teaching excellence and team management skills

- Must be licensed as a registered pharmacist in the State of Kansas or must obtain licensure through the Kansas State Board of Pharmacy within 90 days of start date.

- Track record of effectiveness in clinical pharmacy practice

**Requirements**

**For those applying at the rank of Associate Clinical Professor, all above listed requirements for the Assistant Clinical level apply as well as the following:**

- A strong documented record of teaching, leadership, scholarship, and service accomplishments.

Preferred Qualifications

- At least two years of experience as a faculty member in pharmacy or equivalent experience

- Experience with CoreElms database

Additional Candidate InstructionsIn addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

- A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.

- Resume or curriculum vitae.

- Contact information for three professional references.

**The application review will begin June 25, 2026 and will continue until a pool of qualified applicants is obtained. **Contact Information to ApplicantsJim Backes jbackes@kumc.eduAdvertised Salary RangeCommensurate with experienceApplication Review BeginsThursday June 25, 2026Anticipated Start DateSunday September 13, 2026Apply to Job

Assoc. Director for Experiential Education/Asst or Assoc Clinical Prof

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