PGY2 Oncology Program Application

(APPLICANTS - PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR APPLICATION REQUIRES SUBMISSION OF SUPPLEMENTAL ESSAY QUESTION RESPONSES)

Instructions for the application process:

Step 1

All applicants to ASHP-accredited pharmacy practice residencies must participate in the match process sponsored by the National Matching Service. Applicants must submit match agreements to the National Matching Service to obtain a match number.

Applications and Deadlines

Step 2

The UNC Hospitals will be participating in PhORCAS, the ASHP residency online application tool. More information can be found at PhORCAS.

Step 3

A complete application will require the following information to be submitted via PhORCAS:

  • General information about the applicant
  • Cover letter (including why you have decided to pursue an oncology specialty for PGY2 training and why you are seeking admission to the program at the UNC Medical Center)
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Pharmacy School Transcript
  • Three (3) references. Reference writers should complete the standardized PhORCAS reference form only.
  • Supplemental Essays (REQUIRED): In a separate document, please answer the following 3 questions. Please limit the total space for all 3 questions to 2 pages, using no less than 11 point font and 1 inch margins.
    1. Describe one area where oncology pharmacy practice has the most need or opportunity for growth.
    2. Describe an intervention, change, or contribution that made an impact on patient care and/or a pharmacy practice, and what you learned from the experience.
    3. Describe a personal attribute or accomplishment that you are proud of that would benefit our team here at UNC Medical Center.  

Application Deadline is January 2nd

For more information, contact:

Jessica Auten, PharmD, BCOP

Residency Program Director, PGY2 Oncology
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Malignant Hematology