Clinical Consultant Associate

Employment Type: Unclassified Temporary Full-Time (UFP) | Division: Health | Compensation: $62,113.00 – $81,522.00 annual salary | Closes: 11/13/2026, 11:59 pm CT | Location: TRS Headquarters Building 2, 1900 Aldrich Street, Austin, TX 78723

About the role

With the Health & Insurance Benefits Division, you’ll join a passionate team of self‑motivated change agents united by our mission: driving the design and delivery of high‑quality healthcare for nearly three‑quarters of a million active and retired Texas public educators. The healthcare industry is complex and we’re a team of problem‑solvers who are up for the challenge. With a focus on innovation and collaboration to catalyze the market, we spend nearly $4 billion annually on healthcare to make a difference in our members’ lives. A career at TRS empowers you through a culture of continuous learning, front‑line decision‑making, coaching and mentorship to shape the future of our work while transforming healthcare delivery for 1 in 41 Texans.

This Fellowship Program position is a full‑time, temporary, limited‑term assignment not to exceed three years from the date of hire. It is intended for individuals who have graduated with a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree from an accredited college or university within the last 12 months. The Clinical Consultant Associate will support TRS Health’s clinical initiatives focused on cost management, pharmacy strategy, and clinical program effectiveness. The incumbent will assist in reviewing clinical programs, identifying cost and quality improvement opportunities, supporting pharmacy‑related strategies, and ensuring accuracy in clinical processes. This position will proactively work with Health division staff and agency employees. Target start date: January 2027.

Responsibilities

Clinical Program Support & Analysis

• Assist in tracking and documenting pharmacy benefit decisions and changes.
• Assist in evaluating clinical programs and initiatives that impact health plan cost, quality, and outcomes.
• Support clinical redirection efforts and care optimization strategies.
• Help identify potential errors, inefficiencies, or improvement opportunities in clinical workflows.
• Assist in analyzing pharmacy trends, including review of utilization patterns and cost drivers.
• Support documentation and coordination of pharmacy‑related initiatives.

Vendor Coordination & Operational Support

• Support the Health communication team and coordination with vendors and consulting partners.
• Assist in preparing and organizing clinical data and materials for review.
• Help ensure timely and accurate updates to benefit and program documentation.
• Support coordination of member escalations by gathering data and documenting outcomes.

Fellowship Program Participation

• Participate in trainings and projects related to the TRS Fellowship Program including webinars, quarterly check‑ins, classes or other learning activities, book group, projects, and the mentoring program.
• Meet TRS Fellowship Program deadlines and goals for completion of trainings and deliverables in a timely manner.
• Perform related work as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited college or university awarded within the last 12 months.
• Experience: None required.

Qualifications

Knowledge of

• Basic healthcare concepts and health plan operations.
• Medical and pharmaceutical programs (introductory level).
• Applicable healthcare regulations and compliance concepts.

Skill in

• Analyzing data and identifying trends or inconsistencies.
• Completing detailed work with a high degree of accuracy.
• Communicating clearly in written and verbal formats.
• Using Microsoft Office and basic data tools.

Ability to

• Learn clinical, pharmacy, and health plan concepts quickly.
• Manage multiple assignments in a fast‑paced environment.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners.
• Follow established processes and escalate issues as needed.

Pay

Annual salary range: $62,113.00 – $81,522.00.

Schedule

Unclassified Temporary Full‑Time (UFP); limited term not to exceed three years.

Additional Information

Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen with experience in the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes listed in the TRS Military Crosswalk along with the minimum qualifications above may meet the minimum requirements and are highly encouraged to apply. Contact Talent Acquisition at careers@trs.texas.gov with questions.