The Ohio State University·Columbus, Ohio
The PharmD Admissions Recruiter develops and implements recruitment strategies to attract prospective students through events, outreach, and communications. They also manage the admissions process, including interview days, application reviews, and coordination of the student ambassador program.
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Job Title: PharmD Recruitment and Admissions Specialist Department: Pharmacy | Professional Studies Under the leadership of the Assistant Director for Recruitment and Admissions, the PharmD Admissions Recruiter represents The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy through daily interactions and communications with prospective and newly matriculated students, as well as provides support throughout the application and admissions process.
The PharmD Admissions Recruiter creates and implements recruitment strategies to reach prospective students through events, referrals, online and print communications, and outreach to pharmacy professionals and organizations.
The PharmD Admissions Recruiter will be responsible for planning admissions and yield events which may include but are not limited to PharmD overviews, application workshops, calling campaigns, postcard campaigns, and university-sponsored and off-campus events which will require travel.
The PharmD Admissions Recruiter is responsible for scheduling and planning PharmD interview days and plays a critical role in the day-of management of these events.
This position works closely with the faculty-composed Admissions Committee, communicating admissions information, garnering recruitment event support, and acting as a liaison between candidates and the committee's decisions.
This role conducts initial application review; moves applicants through the recruitment pipeline; and communicates admission decisions.
This position oversees the PharmD Student Ambassador Program, including the management of approximately 3 PharmD student ambassador coordinators; and facilitates the recruitment, selection, and activities of ~35 student admissions ambassadors.
This position supports various initiatives and programs within the Office of Recruitment and Admissions.
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
A minimum of 2 years working within higher education; experience working with graduate or professional students; student supervision experience; experience developing and implementing best practices in recruitment and admissions; able to manage multiple priorities; and strong written and verbal communication skills.
Desired Qualifications: Master’s degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel or related field.
The pay range for this job profile is $20.24 - $26.44 per hour. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications. The College of Pharmacy believes in a healthy work/life balance, therefore, the work arrangement for this position is hybrid (i.e., remote and in-office), subject to change based upon the needs of the organization and as determined by College Leadership. FUNCTION: Academic Administration SUBFUNCTION: Graduate and Professional Admissions CAREER BAND: Specialized CAREER LEVEL: S2 Location: Parks Hall (0273) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience in higher education, specifically with graduate or professional students. Strong communication skills, student supervision experience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are required.
Market context
In Ohio, PharmD recruitment and admissions roles typically attract candidates with higher-education experience serving graduate or professional students, especially those skilled in communication, supervision, and competing priorities. This position’s hourly range is $20.24–$26.44, and applicants can strengthen their materials by showing specific examples of student support and program coordination. AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original job description can reduce research time when evaluating the opportunity.