Assistant Dean of Experiential Learning

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission. At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth. Here is what we offer:   Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match   Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture   Join Howard University and thrive with us!   https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness JOB PURPOSE: The Assistant Dean of Experiential Learning provides visionary and strategic leadership for the development, delivery, assessment, and continuous improvement of all experiential education programs within the College of Pharmacy. This inaugural position ensures compliance with ACPE Standards for IPPE and APPE, oversees domestic and international experiential rotations, and supports experiential learning for both campus-based and online PharmD pathways. The Assistant Dean collaborates closely with the Director of International Programs to coordinate global rotations for Howard student pharmacists and visiting students from partner institutions. SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY: Provides direct supervision and administrative oversight of the Office of Experiential Learning, including experiential education directors, coordinators, compliance staff, and faculty with experiential teaching assignments. NATURE AND SCOPE: Internal contacts include faculty, department chairs, curriculum leaders, assessment staff, student affairs leadership, online program administrators, the Director of International Programs, and student pharmacists. External contacts include preceptors, site coordinators, domestic and international clinical partners, healthcare systems, global rotation affiliates, alumni partners, regulatory bodies, and national pharmacy education organizations (AACP, ACPE). PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: • Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all experiential education programs (IPPE and APPE). • Ensure full compliance with ACPE accreditation standards related to experiential learning. • Develop and maintain high-quality experiential training sites across diverse pharmacy practice settings. • Oversee experiential placement and support models for both campus-based and online PharmD students. • Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and evaluation of preceptors. • Establish comprehensive preceptor development programs and recognition initiatives. • Implement quality assurance systems for site monitoring and continuous improvement. • Collaborate with…