Pre-Clinical Coordinator

POSITION TITLE:  Pre-Clinical Coordinator

COMPENSATION RANGE: 52,480.00 - 60,000.00 USD per year

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Professional Administrative

DEPARTMENT: Dean Col Osteopathic Med Office

TARGET HIRE DATE: 5/1/2026

BENEFITS: UNC’s Career Hub

Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 03/15/2026

Position Summary:

The Pre-Clinical Coordinator is responsible for assisting in developing, organizing, and managing the operations of preclinical courses at UNC COM. As the first point of contact for students, the Pre-Clinical Coordinator ensures an integrated, smooth, and welcoming learning environment. The coordinator will assist the Assistant Dean of Assessment and their assigned preclinical course directors in implementing the curriculum, communicating with students and faculty, preparing attendance reports, gathering course, student, and faculty evaluations, coordinating feedback, assisting with assessment preparation, proctoring assessments, and organizing course grades.

Job Duties:

65% Course Scheduling and Delivery

·       In collaboration with course directors, develop and implement procedures to support daily course operations
·       Serve as the front-line contact and liaison for students, faculty, and course directors by attending learning sessions.
·       Model effective communication skills and maintain course communication with students, visitors, and co-workers via email, the learning management system (LMS), and other communication platforms.
·       Manage curriculum projects as assigned by course directors
·       Assist affiliate faculty in the preparation and dissemination of course materials in the classroom and in the learning management system (LMS), including syllabi, assignments, and supporting documents
·       Maintain a working knowledge of learning spaces and material resources and coordinates with course directors and operations to maintain supplies and room readiness.
·       Select and manage appropriate room reservations and other course resource scheduling based on instructional needs.
·       Support affiliate faculty by troubleshooting basic technical and AV issues and liaise with IM&T help desk and representatives for advanced technical support.

15% Assessment, Evaluation, and Grade Management

·       In collaboration with course directors and the Assistant Dean of Assessment, develop procedures for preparation and administration of assessments.
·       Implement procedures for timely assessment preparation, proctoring, and review to meet curricular deadlines.
·       Coordinate with the Standardized Patient program for administration of Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCE) and patient encounters.
·       Monitor distribution and collection of student, faculty, and course evaluations
·       Assist Clinical Affiliate Faculty with entering grades into the LMS, monitor student grades and assignment completion, and notify course directors of potential academic performance issues or concerns.
·       Collaborate with course directors and the Assistant Dean of Assessment to prepare reports on student and course performance

10% Curriculum Planning Support

·       Attend and participate in the Curriculum Committee, including providing administrative support to the Curriculum Committee Chair.
·       Attendance and participation in other curricular-related meetings as needed.

5% Curriculum Mapping

·       Work with course directors and the Assistant Dean of Assessment to map programmatic level educational objectives (PLOs), course learning objectives (CLOs), session learning objectives (SLOs), and assessment item tags.
·       Aid the Assistant Dean of Assessment in generating reports on curriculum mapping and alignment for continuous quality improvement (CQI) and accreditation efforts.

5% Operational Support

·       Attend and support events hosted or sponsored by the COM.
·       Complete other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

 Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in Education, Health Sciences, Public Health, Psychology, Business Administration, Communications, English, or a related field.
—OR—
A Bachelor’s degree in another field with demonstrated experience in academic administration, curriculum support, learning management systems, or health professions education.

 - Experience in an administrative, educational support, or program coordination role or demonstrated ability to perform similar functions in a professional, academic, or organizational setting
- Ability to manage schedules, maintain documentation, and coordinate tasks involving multiple stakeholders
- Experience using digital tools or platforms to support instructional, administrative, or organizational activities
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Effective written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

 - 2–4 years of experience providing administrative, operational, or instructional support in a higher education or health professions education setting (e.g., medical, nursing, PA, PT/OT, pharmacy, public health)
- Experience supporting course delivery, including scheduling, classroom readiness, faculty coordination, and preparation of instructional materials
- Experience using learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, D2L) to post materials, manage assignments, enter grades, and communicate with students and faculty
- Experience participating in or supporting assessment workflows, such as exam preparation, proctoring, item tracking, or coordination with simulation or standardized patient programs
- Experience working with curriculum mapping, learning objectives, or educational data for reporting and continuous quality improvement (CQI)
- Experience troubleshooting or coordinating resolution of basic classroom technology or AV issues in collaboration with IT support
- Experience preparing or contributing to accreditation materials or curriculum committee documentation
- Ability to manage complex course operations, assessment activities, and curriculum support with minimal supervision

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognized as a top university for social mobility, UNC is proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution and to serve more than 44%  of our undergraduates who are the first in their family to attend college.  UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,  to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

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Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

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