Pharmacist II

Job Title


Pharmacist II


Classification


Pharmacist II


Auto Req. ID


561073


Salary Range


Classification Range $10,047 - $14,636 per month


(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $10,047 - $12,492 per month)


Work Schedule


Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM


Why CSUF


California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.


Department


The Student Health and Counseling Center within the Division of Student Affairs strives to support students in achieving their academic, professional, and personal goals. Maintaining an optimal level of wellness is crucial for living a higher quality life and reaching your highest potential. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Pharmacist II. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.


Duties and Responsibilities


Under the supervision of the TitanHEALTH Director and Medical Director, the Pharmacist II performs the full range of general licensed pharmacist duties for students in TitanHEALTH (student health center). As a licensed pharmacist, interpret prescriber orders and select, compound and dispense prescriptions, counsel and educate students regarding proper administration and storage of prescribed and over-the-counter medications, develop and distribute educational materials for students relative to over-the-counter and prescription pharmaceuticals, and consult with and advise physicians and other practitioners on drug selection, dosage, administration, side effects, interactions, and alternative drug therapies. Serving as Pharmacist-in-Charge, administer overall pharmacy operations including planning and organizing ongoing operations, budget monitoring, scheduling and training pharmacy staff, develop and maintain quality assurance and safety procedures, and ensure compliance with state and federal licensing and regulatory requirements and reports, as defined and required by the California State Board of Pharmacy. The Pharmacist II collaborates with the health center leadership team to develop pharmacy policies and procedures, maintain proper documentation for accreditation and regulatory audits, develop and maintain a complex pharmacy formulary and inventory, order pharmaceuticals and supplies, assist with campus-wide wellness outreach (i.e., Annual Flu Clinic, mobile health clinics, WellFest, etc.), and ensures prompt and proper disposal of expired medications. Provides lead work direction to other licensed pharmacists and pharmacy support staff. Performs other duties as assigned.


Essential Qualifications


Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) college of pharmacy program or other program recognized by the board as defined by the California State Board of Pharmacy. In addition to the experience of a Pharmacist I, the Pharmacist II must demonstrate sufficient experience to oversee the operations of a larger more complex pharmacy, serve as the Pharmacist-in-Charge, and provide work direction to other licensed pharmacists. Equivalent to three to five years of progressive operational and administrative experience working as a licensed pharmacist. The Pharmacist II is distinguished by broader, higher-level responsibility and accountability for overall pharmacy operations and administration, typically at larger and/or more complex Student Health Center pharmacies. These pharmacies are characterized by the complexity and varied operations and administration in such areas as formularies, finances and budget, insurance billings, locations, and staffing requirements. In addition to performing regular licensed pharmacist work, incumbents typically serve as Pharmacist-in-Charge and provide lead work direction to other licensed pharmacists and pharmacy support staff.


In addition to those of the Pharmacist I, possess a comprehensive knowledge of all state and federal laws pertaining to pharmacy operations and the requirements of serving as the Pharmacist-in-Charge. Thorough knowledge of pharmacy operations and administration; and campus budgetary processes in relation to the pharmacy. Working knowledge of human resource processes and procedures. In addition to those of the Pharmacist I, ability to develop, implement, and communicate pharmacy policies, procedures and protocols, including those related to pharmacy security; develop a quality assurance program and ensure ongoing compliance; develop and implement a comprehensive pharmacy budget; and provide lead work direction to other licensed pharmacists, as well as pharmacy support staff.


A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.


Preferred Qualifications


Good interpersonal skills for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other health center staff and management.


License/Certifications


Must possess and maintain a valid license to practice as a registered pharmacist as defined by the California Board of Pharmacy.


Special Working Conditions


Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator


Must have a reliable source of transportation.


Benefits at a Glance

• An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
• Retirement plan through CalPERS
• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible
• FlexCash (in lieu of health and dental)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 15 paid holidays

See our CSUF Benefits website for additional information.


Additional Information


California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.


Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.


As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.


The person holding this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.


Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.


Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.


If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.


Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.


Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.


Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.


California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.


Effective October 1, 2025, the California State University (CSU) will implement a salary step structure for CSUEU-represented employees in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9. This position may be subject to changes resulting from this implementation, in alignment with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.


Hiring Preference


On-Campus CSUEU Employees

Advertised: Aug 20 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

Applications close: Sep 03 2026 Pacific Daylight Time