Program Consultant

University of Saskatchewan; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 69,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Saskatchewan is seeking a Program Consultant to develop and coordinate continuing education for healthcare professionals, particularly in pharmacy. The role requires strong writing and project management skills, and involvement with multiple stakeholders in a dynamic environment. Candidates must possess a pharmacy degree and relevant experience, with the opportunity for hybrid work following university guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice pharmacy in Saskatchewan.
• Minimum 3 years of pharmacy practice experience.
• Interest in adult education.

Responsibilities

• Create and coordinate continuing education opportunities.
• Review and edit educational content for pharmacy professionals.
• Foster collaboration within healthcare community.

Skills

Writing and editing skills

Communication

Project management

Collaboration

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy

Job description

Program Consultant

Please note that a strong internal candidate has been identified.

Primary Purpose: As a program consultant, the successful applicant will be responsible for creating, reviewing, and coordinating continuing education opportunities for pharmacy and other health care professionals.

Nature of Work: USask CPE, operating out of the University of Saskatchewan's College of Pharmacy and Nutrition, is dedicated to developing, implementing, supporting, and evaluating continuing education and professional development programs for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare professionals. We collaborate with health organizations and partners across Canada to create and distribute high-quality continuing education content.

Reporting to the Program Manager, the successful applicant will function with a high level of independence, decision-making, and accountability. This position requires short, medium, and long-term planning. Work with USask CPE requires the ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment while balancing competing deadlines and multi-tasking. Some travel may be required (meetings, conferences), as is attendance at occasional evening and weekend events.

Typical Duties or Accountabilities:

• Create written content, learning activities, courses, and presentations on various topics for pharmacy professionals, while fostering collaboration and encouraging growth
• Ensure existing courses meet our standards of excellence, engagement, and innovation.
• Review and edit content developed by the USask CPE team, prioritizing clear and respectful communication, and careful attention to detail.
• Incorporate feedback from evaluations into current and future USask CPE programs and offerings, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and personal growth.
• Ensure that learning content and activities meet accreditation standards, emphasizing professionalism and quality.
• Build relationships and collaborate with the pharmacy and broader healthcare community to support educational program creation.
• Guide and mentor pharmacy interns during experiential learning placements with USask CPE, fostering an environment of growth and learning.
• Exhibit innovative and creative thinking when determining plans of action and strategies for educational content.
• Other duties as assigned by the Program Manager.

Qualities and assets:

• Demonstrated experience in pharmacy practice with direct patient care.
• Strong interest in adult education and professional development.
• Comprehensive understanding of the rapidly changing needs and scope of practice of pharmacy professionals.
• Thoughtful about the evolving educational requirements for pharmacy professionals.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with an ability to communicate clearly and openly while valuing collaboration.
• Detail-oriented.
• Proven ability to support multiple projects simultaneously with flexibility and adaptability.
• Prioritize clear, open, and respectful communication.
• Interest in regulatory and competency assurance requirements.
• Embrace opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Possesses a high degree of professionalism.

Qualifications

Education: A first professional degree in Pharmacy (e.g., Bachelor’s degree or PharmD)
Licenses:The successful applicant must be licensed (or eligible to be licensed) to practice pharmacy in SaskatchewanExperience: At least 3 years of pharmacy practice experience. Preference will be given to applicants with current pharmacy experience.

Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Mary Fraser at [e-mail] .

Department: College of Pharmacy &Nutrition
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $69,035.00 - 107,868.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 2
Posted Date: 6/18/2025
Closing Date: 6/24/2025 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace Guidelines

The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by thedeybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.