Director of Experiential Education, College of Pharmacy

Findlay•Lexington, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for a full-time, 12-month, exempt position. The Director of Experiential Education is a full-time administrative position that provides strategic and operational leadership and oversight for all experiential components of the Doctor of Pharmacy program, including Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs) and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs). This individual ensures the quality, consistency, and sustainability of experiential education for students in the college’s on-campus and distance learning pathways, in alignment with accreditation standards and professional expectations. The Director serves as a key member of the College’s leadership team and is responsible for building, maintaining, and advancing a high-quality network of experiential sites and preceptors while ensuring an exceptional student learning experience.

Requirements

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an ACPE accredited institution
Completion of a Postgraduate Year One Pharmacy Residency (PGY1) and/or Postgraduate Year Two Pharmacy Residency (PGY2), or equivalent advanced practice experience
Active pharmacy licensure
Demonstrated experience in pharmacy practice, with a strong understanding of contemporary care delivery models
Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop teams
Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
Commitment to student-centered education and professional development
Regular, predictable, reliable attendance in the office environment
A valid US Drivers’ license with a safe driving record is required.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of accreditation standards, particularly those of Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)
Active engagement in direct patient care or a defined area of pharmacy practice
Evidence of innovation in teaching, practice advancement, or program development
Experience working across multiple delivery pathways (e.g., on-campus and distance education)
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and/or allocate resources effectively
Prior experience in experiential education leadership (IPPE/APPE coordination, site development, or similar roles)
Demonstrated success in preceptor recruitment, development, and retention
Experience working with experiential management systems (e.g., CORE-ELMS or similar platforms)

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight for all IPPE and APPE components of the PharmD curriculum
Ensure alignment of experiential education with ACPE Standards, Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs), and programmatic outcomes
Develop, implement, and continuously improve experiential policies, processes, and quality assurance measures
Work with college leadership to develop and implementing a renewed vision for experiential education, including growth, innovation, and long-term sustainability
Lead recruitment, onboarding, development, and retention of high-quality experiential sites and preceptors
Establish and maintain strong relationships with health systems, community partners, and alumni
Ensure consistency and quality of preceptor training, evaluation, and ongoing engagement
Address site capacity challenges proactively, including expansion into new practice settings
Direct the coordination, scheduling, and delivery of all experiential rotations across pathways
Work with the Director of the Distance Pathway to optimize communication, placement, and support of learning distance students
Oversee systems supporting experiential education (e.g., CORE-ELMS or equivalent platforms)
Ensure compliance with all institutional, legal, and accreditation requirements related to experiential education
Manage the experiential education budget and resources effectively
Work closely with the Chair of the Pharmacy Practice Department (within which Experiential Education is housed) to ensure appropriate two-way communication between instructors and preceptors off-campus and instructors and professors on campus to ensure optimal student performance and outcomes
Supervise assistant director of experiential education and support staff
Lead faculty and staff involved with experiential education to foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Work closely with the Associate Dean for Assessment and Student Success (or designee) to collect, analyze, and report experiential data for ACPE accreditation, program review, and continuous quality improvement
Ensure documentation and evidence supporting compliance with ACPE Standards, particularly those related to experiential education
Identify gaps and implement corrective actions as needed
Serve as a member of the College of Pharmacy Executive Committee
Act as a liaison between experiential education, faculty, and administrative leadership, ensuring representation of experiential education on college and university committees
Contribute to student recruitment, retention, and success initiatives
Collaborate with student services, including career placement and advising
Promote and uphold professionalism among students, faculty, and preceptors
Ensure consistent, high-quality student experiences across all experiential settings
Address student and preceptor concerns with sound judgment and discretion
Teaching in the classroom as assigned and coordinated by the Chair of the Pharmacy Practice Department
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Chair of Pharmacy Practice Department