Director of Alumni Affairs, HSPAL Program (PACE)

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 59,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

The Director of Alumni Affairs at the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy supports the Master of Science in Health System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Program through alumni engagement, program administration, instructional support, and mentorship of students.

This temporary, part-time role averages about two hours per week? and reports to Stephen Eckel, offering opportunities for collaboration with faculty and industry partners while enhancing program visibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement alumni engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate alumni communications and networking activities.
• Support alumni recognition and outreach efforts; foster connections between graduates and the program.

Skills

Alumni program management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Posting Information

• Department: SOP‑Practice Advancement - 452500


• Career Area: Academic Administration


• Posting Open Date: 09/23/2026


• Application Deadline: 09/28/2026


• Position Type: Temporary Staff (SHRA)


• Position Title: Director of Alumni Affairs, HSPAL Program (PACE)


• Position Number: 20078750


• Vacancy ID: S028097


• Full‑time/Part‑time: Part‑Time Temporary


• Hours per week: 8


• Position Location: North Carolina, US


• Hiring Range: $43.75 per hour


• Proposed Start Date: 10/01/2026


• Estimated Duration of Appointment: 6 months or longer

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy (www.pharmacy.unc.edu) is one of six health science schools (Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Social Work, Public Health, Medicine) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is one of the oldest health science academic programs at Chapel Hill. The School teaches approximately 600 PharmD students and 145 graduate students. The School has built a reputation for its continued pursuit of excellence, rigorous education and training programs, cutting‑edge multidisciplinary research, progressive pharmacy practices, efficient business operations, and its outstanding faculty, staff, and students. The School was named the number one School of Pharmacy in the U.S. by the U.S. News and World Report. The School has experienced unprecedented growth and success and continues to strategically position itself for sustained impact, as articulated in the School's Strategic Plan (https://pharmacy.unc.edu/about/oe/strategic-plan/).

Our Vision is to be the global leader in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. Our Mission is to prepare leaders and innovators to solve the world's most pressing health care challenges. We are Advancing Medicine for Life through innovation and collaboration in pharmacy practice, education, research, and public service.

Position Summary

The Director of Alumni Affairs supports the Master of Science in Health System Pharmacy Administration and Leadership Program through alumni engagement, program administration, instructional support, research collaboration, and student mentorship. The position leads efforts to strengthen relationships between program alumni, students, faculty, and industry partners while supporting the program's strategic goals and mission.

Responsibilities include planning and implementing alumni engagement initiatives; coordinating alumni communications and networking activities; supporting alumni recognition and outreach efforts; and fostering ongoing connections between graduates and the program. The position collaborates closely with program leadership to enhance alumni participation and advance program visibility.

The incumbent also contributes to the academic and scholarly mission of the program through guest instruction, mentorship of students, participation in educational activities, and support of faculty‑led research and project initiatives. The position serves as a resource to students, alumni, faculty, and program stakeholders by providing professional expertise and promoting meaningful engagement with the program.

This is a temporary, part‑time position that averages approximately two hours per week and reports to Stephen Eckel.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences

Prior experience in alumni program management for masters program.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

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