Pharmacy Cold Chain Analyst/UKHC

Posting Details Job Title Pharmacy Cold Chain Analyst/UKHC Requisition Number RE56071 Working Title Pharmacy Cold Chain Analyst/UKHC Department Name H5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACY Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 11 Salary Range $54,080-95,056/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education BS Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 5 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification Certified Pharmacy Technician (by PTCB or ExCPhT) and registered with the Kentucky Board of Pharmacy at time of hire. Physical Requirements This position may include sitting at a computer work station for extended periods of time utilizing repetitive motions, may require standing for extended periods of time, and may require the ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Shift Primarily 8:00 am – 4:30pm; Monday through Friday. Shifts and days of the week may change based on needs of the department. Job Summary The Pharmacy Cold Chain Analyst will be responsible for ensuring that the UK Specialty Pharmacy delivers high cost, temperature sensitive medications to existing UK HealthCare (UKHC) patients and any new incremental patients added through Business Development strategic initiatives with internal and external partners. This role will develop functionality and capabilities around design of effective cold chain pack outs, as well as coordinate, manage, and optimize distribution and shipment. This individual will be responsible for disseminating information and educating staff regarding evolving standards and advances in cold chain distribution to ensure medication safety and effectiveness, regardless of patient location. This position is a key component to successfully expanding the geographic service area of our existing specialty pharmacy mail order-based operations, decreasing risk associated to cold chain distribution and increasing customer confidence and loyalty by ensuring product integrity and patient safety. This is a hybrid position. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have the ability to manage multiple tasks and/or projects while accurately completing routine functions in a fast paced, high intensity, professional work environment; knowledge of 340B, Pyxis, Autosplit, OrderExpress; proficient in Microsoft Office, to include Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; excellent attention to detail; exceptional planning and organizational skill; effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to solve routine problems and manage resources; and demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service, time management, and judgment. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Pharmacy technician and/or Pharmacy buyer experience preferred. Deadline to Apply 10/25/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check…

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