Education Specialist

The UNM College of Pharmacy (COP) Office of Curricular Affairs (OCA) is seeking a detail-oriented individual to join our team. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working with Learning Management Systems and handling the daily operations of curricular education activities. This on-site position provides support and coordination of the COP educational program and daily curricular activities.

The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-focused, and efficient in handling multiple tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities and the flexibility to prioritize and meet deadlines independently are essential.

This position reports to the Sr Operations Manager, OCA and has the following general duties and responsibilities:

• Supports Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) courses by maintaining and updating the COP learning management system (Moodle/Canvas) and related software.
• Updates, and assists with curricular-related software, including Moodle/Canvas, ExamSoft, SimIQ, Banner, and Enflux.
• Works with faculty to set up courses, maintain consistency, post materials, assignments, and quizzes, and ensure timely updates.
• Provides technical support and assistance for faculty, staff, and students on curricular software and tools.
• Coordinates the exam process, including scheduling, assisting with exam creation, review, reporting, and grade posting.
• Coordinates and provides support for Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) using SimIQ and other relevant software.
• Assists in preparing assessment reports on course outcomes and student performance; maintains and updates OCA forms and procedures.
• Performs additional tasks related to the OCA, such as training, course scheduling, remediation and other Continuing Pharmacy Education, and ACPE Accreditation support.

Competencies

• Highly organized, meets deadlines, detail-oriented with a disciplined work ethic.
• Communicates clearly, professionally, and effectively adjusting style to fit the audience (e.g. faculty, staff, students).
• Works directly with diverse teams and individuals across the organization.
• Ability to work independently with initiative, maintaining focus and proactively completing tasks.
• Ability to anticipate issues, multi-task, and manage simultaneous projects efficiently and effectively.
• Contributes to a collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
• Demonstrates an attention to detail, ensuring work is accurate and thorough.
• Experienced with Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.

To be considered for this position, a Cover Letter is required (see Application Instructions). Incomplete Applications may not be considered.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing curriculum support to faculty and students in a higher education environment.
• Proficiency with educational and administrative software systems such as Banner, Moodle/Canvas, SimIQ, and ExamSoft
• Proficiency, accuracy, and attention to detail in organizing and maintaining files and records.
• Experience managing daily administrative and/or business needs.
• Effective written communication skills as demonstrated in applicant's cover letter and resume.
• Demonstrated ability to create and provide training to stakeholders.

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To receive full consideration for this position, an applicant must:

1) Complete the official UNM Online Application.

2) Attach/Upload your Resume

3) Attach/Upload a Cover Letter. This letter should describe you, your interest in this position, and what objectives you hope to accomplish within this role (professional or otherwise).

4) Attach telephone and email contact information for three supervisory references.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.