Clinical Site Coordinator/Adjunct Instructor Applicant Pool for the Pharmacy Technician Program

College of the Canyons; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

The College of the Canyons is seeking a Clinical Site Coordinator/Adjunct Instructor for the Pharmacy Technician Program. This part-time role involves overseeing clinical education, managing site agreements, and ensuring compliance with programmatic standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in pharmacy education and possess a commitment to student success.

Qualifications

• Possession of unexpired California Community College Instructor Credential in Pharmacy Technologies required.
• Bachelor's degree or higher with two years of professional experience OR Associate's degree with six years of related professional experience.
• Must possess state licensure/registration to practice.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing clinical education for Pharmacy Technician students.
• Identifying and securing clinical affiliations with healthcare facilities.
• Facilitating student onboarding and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Adaptability

Education

California Community College Instructor Credential in Pharmacy Technologies

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Associate’s degree in Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Description

We are accepting applications for the Clinical Site Coordinator/Adjunct Instructor for the Pharmacy Technician Program Adjunct pools are open on a fiscal year basis for continuous recruitment for department assignments. Please review application material requirements carefully to ensure successful submission. Your application will not be considered until all required documents are received.

The teaching assignment may be at the Valencia or Canyon Country campus, or other college teaching locations. Part-time faculty positions are as needed positions and do not accrue rights to tenure. Part-time faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of students in achieving their educational goals. We offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, vocational and occupational programs.

Example of Duties

College of the Canyons is seeking a Clinical Site Coordinator/Adjunct Instructor for the Pharmacy Technician Program. Applications will be considered for immediate and future eligibility into the Pharmacy Technician Program Adjunct Instructor Applicant Pool.

The Clinical Site Coordinator (ACCE, Academic Coordinator for Clinical Education), under the direction of the Program Director, is responsible for overseeing the clinical education for Pharmacy Technician for students. This role ensures compliance with programmatic accreditation and regulatory standards. It is responsible for identifying and securing clinical affiliations with healthcare facilities to provide appropriate clinical experiences for Pharmacy Technician for students. This position oversees student placements, manages site agreements, and maintains clear communication between students, program administrator(s), and industry partners. Key responsibilities include assessing potential clinical sites, negotiating and renewing contracts, ensuring that each site aligns with program standards and student learning objectives, and maintaining documentation for compliance. The Clinical Site Coordinator facilitates student onboarding by acquiring background checks, immunization requirements documentation, and site-specific orientations, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed before clinical placement. Establishing and maintaining a structured tracking system is essential for monitoring student assignments, ensuring compliance with site policies, and generating reports for accreditation and institutional review. This position demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate multiple site placements while resolving challenges as they arise. Building and sustaining relationships with healthcare partners is essential to expanding placement opportunities and strengthening long-term affiliations. Effective communication, problem-solving skills, and adaptability to changing regulatory requirements are necessary to support a seamless and compliant clinical placement process that enhances student learning and professional development.

We are accepting applications on an on-going basis for future consideration into the Applicant Pool. When no review date is listed for an Adjunct Instructor position, the position is open until filled. Your application will not be considered until all required documents have been received.

Service

This position requires travel to various sites within the Greater Los Angeles area, including the Santa Clarita Valley.

Assume leadership roles both within the department and in the institution as a whole. Commitment to serving the needs of the student, department, college, and community. Collaboration across disciplines and utilization of student support resources. Participation in department, division, college committees, and participatory governance activities.

Participation in curriculum and program development.

Work collegially and collaboratively within the college community.

Participation in ongoing professional development.

Teaching

Ability to create a dynamic learning environment that values instructor/student interaction.

Ability to effectively engage with and facilitate authentic learning for students of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

Ability to adapt teaching pedagogy to the knowledge of each individual and class. Ability to self-reflect and respond to an evidence-based assessment of student learning.

Demonstrated experience and commitment to integrating new technologies into the learning process, including but not limited to interactive technologies for on campus and on-line courses.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Qualifications and Minimum Requirements

Possession of an unexpired California Community College Instructor Credential in Pharmacy Technologies

OR - Bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience;

OR - Associate’s degree and six years of professional experience, which must be directly related to the faculty member’s teaching assignment;

OR - Associates degree and an accredited Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT), and four years professional pharmacy experience.

Required Licensure

Must possess state licensure/registration to practice as a pharmacist or pharmacy technician.

If a pharmacy technician, must possess and maintain national certification (CPhT).

Further Details

Assignments may include Monday through Friday (day and evening), as well as Saturday classes.
Adjunct Salary Rate: Starting at $88.30 per hour. (Click HERE to view Academic Adjunct Salary Schedule).

Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credential/transcripts, background fingerprint clearance, tuberculosis screening, proof of eligibility to work in the United States (College of the Canyons hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States) and Board of Trustees approval as required.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
All materials listed below are required to be considered for an interview. Applicants are encouraged to apply online by visiting our website HERE All application materials must be uploaded online or received by the Human Resources Department, located in the University Center, Suite360. College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, California 91355. If you require assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office at [phone] or for hearing impaired TTY/TDD [phone].

District ACADEMIC Application.

Current detailed resume summarizing education and experience.

Two (2) letters of professional reference. One formal, signed teaching evaluation may be substituted for one (1) letter of reference. **IMPORTANT** Each document must be dated within the last five years and have an original signature (fancy font type signatures are not acceptable).

Complete College transcripts verifying educational degree(s) and/or coursework required for the position. Unofficial or copies of transcripts may be submitted for application purposes (please include both the front and back of ALL transcript pages); however, official transcripts must be submitted at the time of hiring. Copies of college diplomas are not acceptable in lieu of transcripts.

Important note on minimum education requirements: Units and/or degree(s) earned must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the American Council on Post-Secondary Education. The candidate is responsible for providing equivalency evaluation recognized by the District for degrees and/or units earned outside the United States, degrees from a college or university not accredited by an agency recognized by the American Council on Post-Secondary Education, or if degree is not in the exact discipline required. For your convenience, we accept any company who is a current member of NACES or AICE.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the official application packet is fully and correctly completed. All materials submitted become the property of the District. Materials will not be returned, copied or considered for other openings. Complete applications will be kept on file for two (2) years from the date the application is initially received.

SELECTION AND APPLICANT POOL PROCESS
Positions are open until filled. The above position represents the anticipated need for the upcoming semester(s) or the applicant pool. The department may review materials at any time based on enrollment needs and the Human Resources Office will contact selected applicants for the interview process. Only completed application packets that meet the minimum qualifications or established equivalency will be considered.

Qualified applicants who successfully complete the selection and interview process will be placed in the applicant pool and may be eligible for adjunct employment with the District anytime within the next 36months.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT POLICY
The Santa Clarita Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected basis under the law.
Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting the Human Resources office directly at [phone].