Instructor in Population Health, Part-time

Job Summary:

This faculty position in the Department of Clinical Pharmacy partners with University of Colorado Medicine (CU Medicine) to support system-level population health and quality improvement initiatives. CU Medicine is the region's largest multispecialty physician group practice, providing business operations, revenue cycle, and administrative services to support more than 3,500 University of Colorado School of Medicine physicians and advanced practice providers. Within CU Medicine, the Office of Value-Based Performance (OVBP) oversees value-based programs, including business operations, quality improvement, innovation, and program evaluation.

This is a part-time role at 30% FTE, with the faculty member serving within OVBP under the Director of Population Health Pharmacy as part of a multidisciplinary team. The team operates from a strategic perspective to design and implement innovative programs and processes that improve healthcare quality across University of Colorado School of Medicine-affiliated clinics. The position focuses on advancing value-based care initiatives that enhance quality and overall healthcare system value, while also supporting efforts involving clinical pharmacist faculty who provide direct patient care in family medicine, internal medicine, and other ambulatory care settings across CU Medicine and UCHealth.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide centralized population health outreach to address care gaps important to value-based programs, potentially including but not limited to:

o Medication Adherence program

o Statin use in people with diabetes

o Osteoporosis management in women who had a fracture

o Flu vaccine

o Care for Older Adults - Medication review

o Medication cost-reduction opportunities

* Analyze population data to identify value opportunities related to cost or quality.

* Assist the Director of Population Health Pharmacy with support of execution and evaluation of existing decentralized population health efforts by the CU Primary Care Pharmacist Team, potentially including but not limited to:

o Programs developed in collaboration with the Ambulatory Health Promotions team (e.g., Fracture Liaison Service, hypertension pharmacist outreach initiatives, gout medication optimization)

o Medicaid home BP monitor loaner program

* Performs drug prior-authorization reviews for the CU Anthem Exclusive Health Plan using Anthem high-cost drug guidelines and subsequently sends denial recommendations to the Utilization Management Medical Director for final review.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of # days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is nationally recognized for its leadership in pharmacy education and strong commitment to developing and sustaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. The Department of Clinical Pharmacy (DOCP) provides unprecedented opportunities for individuals with a strong commitment to an academic career encompassing innovative educational, service, and scholarly activities. The school is seeking applicants who have training and experience in the areas of Ambulatory Care and Population Health, with a specific area of focus in Primary Care.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Applicants must have a PharmD degree

• Completed an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency training

• Candidates must have or be eligible for pharmacist licensure in Colorado.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in population health, managed care, or other experience with healthcare quality programs

• Previous experience in drug prior-authorization reviews

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Practice experience in primary care and population health initiatives.

• Knowledge of contemporary pharmacy practice in the ambulatory care setting.

• Experience developing innovative pharmacy practice sites.

• Teaching and mentoring ability.

• Interpersonal skills.

• Written and verbal communication skills.

• Analytical and reasoning ability.

• Problem-solving and decision-making ability.

• Planning and organizing ability.

• Project management ability.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Sarah Billups, PharmD; Sarah.Billups@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until May 25, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range for this position has been established as: (Will be adjusted for part-time FTE percentage):

$153,000 - $ 157,000

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.

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.