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The Pharmacy Director Associate will provide leadership for Pharmacy Services with a focus on Value-Based Analytics and Research. This position will partner closely with the IT Analytics team to design and implement data-driven solutions that support enterprise goals, manage a team of professionals dedicated to data analytics and quality improvement initiatives, and serve as an expert resource for Specialty Pharmacy and Retail Pharmacy Services in the identification, design, and execution of quality-related projects. This role requires hands-on technical expertise, including regular coding to extract and transform data for Power BI dashboards and reports. Lead efforts to track, analyze, and report on key outcomes that drive performance improvement across the pharmacy enterprise. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure actionable insights are delivered and aligned with organizational priorities.

This position is primarily day shift, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. with some holiday requirements. Hours and days of the week subject to change based on the needs and growth of the department.

Strong clinical and leadership skills; ability to prioritize; excellent communication skills; team mentality; desire to teach; and motivation are required to excel in this position.

Apply at the link by: 11/18/2025

Pharm D with 5 years of pharmacy experience or Pharm D with PGY2 in Health System Pharmacy Administration preferred. Master’s degree in business and/or healthcare administration also preferred.

About UK HealthCare (University of Kentucky)

Recently named the #34 best large employer in the US by Forbes magazine!UK HealthCare at the University of Kentucky is among the nation's busiest, most active academic medical centers. Our 1,040 licensed beds are spread across the system’s flagship UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital, Kentucky Children’s Hospital and UK Good Samaritan Hospital, all located in Lexington. In addition, the clinical enterprise embraces a wide range of clinical areas and several multidisciplinary centers, including the NCI-designated Markey Cancer Center. UK Chandler Hospital includes the only Level 1 Trauma Center for both adult and pediatric patients and the only Level IV neonatal intensive care unit in Central and Eastern Kentucky. U.S. News & World Report ranks Chandler Hospital No. 1 in Kentucky. Our Pharmacy Services area is one of the premier programs in the United States. We have more than 800 pharmacists and staff working in a wide variety of settings, including our central hospital pharmacies, ambulatory and inpatient areas, five retail pharmacies and the UK Specialty Pharmacy. As a team member, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference for patients with challenging disease states, as well ...as to participate in research and be part of a close-knit team of professionals focused on innovation and great patient care.The university offers a robust package of benefits that includes health, dental and vision insurance; a 100 percent retirement match; and a wide range of optional benefits. Learn more about University of Kentucky employee benefits here: https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits.Lexington is a great place to live – it’s family-friendly and easy to navigate and features a low cost of living compared to many areas its size.In addition to the horse racing, basketball and bourbon Kentucky is known for, we have a rich literary and music tradition, a thriving arts scene, and rolling hills that beckon for hiking, rock-climbing or just enjoying nature. For even more to do, the larger cities of Louisville and Cincinnati are each just over an hour away.Learn more about UK HealthCare on our website at www.ukhealthcare.uky.edu. View this position as well as our other openings here: https://ukjobs.uky.edu/The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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