Adjoint Assistant Professor

University of Colorado Anschutz

Aurora (CO)

On-site

USD 96,432 - 123,984

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora invites applications for a part-time Adjunct Assistant Professor Clinical Pharmacist. The role includes onsite shift-based clinical services at UCHealth/University of Colorado Hospital, daily rounding, medication management and education to medicine teams.

Minimum qualifications are PharmD, completed PGY1 residency and Colorado pharmacist licensure; preferred candidates may have PGY2 or BCPS and EPIC experience.

Qualifications

PharmD degree.
Must have completed PGY1 residency training.
Must currently hold pharmacist licensure in Colorado.

Responsibilities

Engage in providing exemplary evidence-based clinical pharmacy services.
Function as an interdisciplinary member of the clinical pharmacy team to support medication management activities.
Establish collaborative working relationships with clinic providers and staff to become a valued and contributing team member.
Work collaboratively with providers, clinic staff, and care managers to reduce adverse drug events and improve medication management and complex or high utilizing patients.

Skills

Pharmaceutical care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical pharmacy

Communication

Antimicrobial stewardship

Patient education

Disposition planning

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

PGY1 residency

Colorado pharmacist licensure

Tools

EPIC

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Clinical Pharmacy

Job Title: Adjoint Assistant Professor

Position #00850606 - Requisition #40514

Job Summary:

The Department of Clinical Pharmacy at the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences seeks a Clinical Pharmacist to provide shift coverage at services of the UCHealth/University of Colorado Hospital (UCH) on an as needed basis. The successful candidate will practice in partnership with other faculty at the School of Pharmacy. Responsibilities of clinical services at UCH include providing direct patient care to clinical teams, including daily rounding, medication management, and education of medicine teams. Medication management includes pharmacokinetic and anticoagulation monitoring, order entry and verification, participation in antimicrobial stewardship activities, patient education, and discharge counseling. Other responsibilities at UCH include training of residents and/or students on rotation. Please note, this position is compensated on a per-shift basis. No minimum number of shifts is guaranteed, and work will be scheduled based on departmental needs and mutual availability.

Key Responsibilities:

Engage in providing exemplary evidence-based clinical pharmacy services.
Function as an interdisciplinary member of the clinical pharmacy team to support medication management activities.
Establish collaborative working relationships with clinic providers and staff to become a valued and contributing team member.
Work collaboratively with providers, clinic staff, and care managers to reduce adverse drug events and improve medication management and complex or high utilizing patients.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite at University of Colorado Hospital, and/or UCHealth and CU affiliated clinics in the Denver Metro Area.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado's Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, located at the Anschutz Medical Campus, is an internationally renowned School of Pharmacy and a top tier school (ranked #20/top 15% out of 143 pharmacy schools in the country). At the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, we are committed to excellence and innovation in professional, graduate and post-graduate education; scholarship and research; patient-centered care; public health advocacy; and societal leadership and engagement.Together, our innovation, discoveries and engagement with our communities improves the health and well-being of society.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

PharmD degree
Must have completed PGY1 residency training
Must currently hold pharmacist licensure in Colorado

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced training through a PGY2 residency; equivalent previous practice experience may substitute for PGY2 residency training.
Board certification in an area appropriate for training and experience, (i.e., BCPS)
Previous experience in an academic setting
Experience with the EPIC electronic medical record software
Current or Previous employment, training, and/or credentialing through UCHealth or CU Medicine

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of Contemporary Pharmacy Practice (including general aspects of pharmacy practice as well as those specifically related to the area of critical care)
Interpersonal Skills
Written and Verbal Communication Skills
Analytical and Reasoning Ability
Problem Solving/Decision Making Ability
Planning and Organizing Ability
Project Management Ability

Anticipated Pay Range:

HIRING RANGE:

$70.00/hr - $90.00/hr

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Application Materials Required

Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Job Category

Faculty

Primary Location

Aurora

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20534 - SOP-DOCP General Operations

Schedule

Part-time

Posting Date

Jul 15, 2026