Experiential Program Coordinator - College of Pharmacy
The Experiential Program Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting student educational experiences and fostering a sense of community and engagement. This position assists the Director of the College of Pharmacy’s Professional Experience Program (PEP) in delivering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for success as practicing pharmacists.
This position is central to the coordination, implementation, and tracking of the Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) and the Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) curriculum. This is a benefits-eligible position at 100% time, offering a meaningful opportunity to contribute to student success and the advancement of pharmacy education.
About the College of Pharmacy Professional Experience Program
The Professional Experience Program (PEP) Office oversees the practice-based experiential component of the Doctor of Pharmacy curriculum, which comprises over 30% of the program. Through nearly 2,000 annual experiences, student pharmacists engage in real-world learning with real patients, pharmacists, and healthcare settings. The curriculum includes Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPE) for first through third-year students and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPE) for fourth-year students. These experiences are facilitated by college faculty and a network of adjunct faculty preceptors across Iowa, the U.S., and internationally.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Enhance and Support Student Educational Experiences. Foster a Sense of Community and Engagement for Students.
- Coordinate with faculty course coordinators to organize course materials for IPPE and AAPE.
- Monitor student eligibility and enrollment for experiential courses and sites.
- Track assessment activities and maintain records related to student progress.
- Prepare routine reports to support program evaluation and strategic alignment.
Establish and Maintain Relationships with partners to Provide Educational Support Services. Partners include on-campus Units, External Agencies.
- Attend college and PEP committee meetings.
- Serve as a point of contact for university campus units and external agencies.
- Communicate curricular requirements to preceptors and faculty.
- Collaborate with preceptors and other partners to provide appropriate resources.
Administration (HR, Budgeting) Supervision and Training
- Recommend updates to procedures that improve the efficiency of experiential curriculum delivery.
- Assist with implementation and evaluation of training programs and services.
- Support the execution of unit strategic plans in alignment with college goals.
To obtain the full job description including key areas of responsibility, technical competencies, and desirable qualifications, please contact Libby Kleppe at libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.
Education Requirement
- A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Experience Required
- Experience, typically 1-3 years, in program coordination, student services, or pharmacy education.
- Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
- Proficiency in educational platforms, student information systems, and data reporting tools.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and interpret data using spreadsheets and databases; capable of organizing complex datasets to support program operations and decision-making.
Desired Qualification
- Experience in public speaking or delivering training is highly desired.
- Familiarity working with college students and faculty in an academic or professional setting.
- Knowledge of pharmacy practice, pharmacy education curriculum and accreditation standards.
Application and Position Details
- In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact Libby Kleppe at libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.
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