IPE Course Co-Director

To assist in the development and redesigning of the IPE courses (5000 and 6000 series) and other team-based IPE activities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess the knowledge, as well as the following skills and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Knowledge of Interprofessional Practice and Education (IPE) literature.
• Knowledge of educational pedagogy related to interprofessional education, case based learning, team-based learning, problem-based learning, design of student centered learning experiences, and faculty needs related to implementation of evidence supported in alignment with best practices.
• Able to design didactic, small or large group, team-based, experiential, and clinical education programming
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to address a diverse population.
• Ability to effectively interact with administration, faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders such as community leaders.
• Ability to write technical and non-technical reports in clear language that can be understood by all.
• Strong academic skills, including faculty and student development.
• Ability to collaborate in a teamwork environment with excellent communication skills.
• Strong computer skills to set up document formats in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and any other software program required by this position.
• Ability to receive and respond to constructive feedback in a professional and adaptive manner.
• Embody a commitment to Humanism.

Required Qualifications

• Education: A clinical doctorate or equivalent highest-level degree, as defined by the standards of the specific health profession.

• Experience:

  • 3-5 years experience in a related field.
  • Prior experience in higher education and/or an academic health center setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Essential Job Duties

Key Responsibilities

• Complete all other IPE related tasks as assigned by the IPE Program Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as IPE Faculty member

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the development, coordination of content, dissemination, assessment, and related curricular activities of all foundational IPE courses (5000 and 6000 level courses).

Key Responsibilities

• Assists with the development of activities, research, presentations and or publications for future IPE projects and development

Key Responsibilities

• Participates in conducting research for dissemination (presentation and/or publication) as related to IPE.

Posting Details Continued

Work Schedule

• Position is 0.50 FTE, days/hours will be determined by Director of IPE.

Working at WesternU

We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable.

We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally,

• Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.

• Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment.

• Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community.

• As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.

• WesternU’s core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do.

• We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum

$72,925.62 Annually

Maximum

$72,925.62 Annually

Physical Demands

Physical Demands

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?

Yes

If yes, list maximum weight and duration

less than 25 lbs.

Describe Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties of the Co-Director series are normally performed in a typical office setting. The noise level in this setting is usually moderate due to various office machines and light office traffic.

Posting Information

Posting Number

A00909

Posting Date

09/26/2025

Close Date

09/26/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Conditions of Employment - Background Check

To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required. Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information. Non-completion of the background check to satisfaction may impact the ongoing employment of a current Western University of Health Sciences employee who received a conditional offer for the position.

Pay Transparency Act

Pay Transparency Act- Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers various factors in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The Expected Pay Scale is defined as the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Placement within the Expected Pay Scale is determined by internal equity and relevant qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO)

It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law without regard to age, race, color, national origin ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, sex or gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, disability (both physical and mental) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), pregnancy (which includes childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), age, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other applicable protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within WesternU including without limitation, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoffs, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. WesternU makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merits, and business needs at the time.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitae

• Letter of Recommendation #1

• Letter of Recommendation #2

• Letter of Recommendation #3

• Portfolio

• Teaching Philosophy