IPA Executive Fellowship

Application Deadline: April 13, 2026 The Iowa Pharmacy Association Executive Fellowship in Association Management is a postgraduate training program conducted at IPA  headquarters in Urbandale, IA, under the direction of the professional affairs staff. An association management fellowship provides an exceptional learning experience for a pharmacist interested in being a leader in healthcare. Associations touch the lives of individuals daily—they inspire professionals, unify the profession, and provide innovative opportunities for members.

The purpose of this Executive Fellowship is to:

• Support the development of individuals interested in association management through training and experience in leadership, advocacy, professional affairs, and problem-solving at the Iowa Pharmacy Association.
• Prepare individuals for leadership positions in a variety of settings in the profession of pharmacy and healthcare.
• Advance areas of the Iowa Pharmacy Association’s strategic plan with a focus on clinical initiatives and grassroots advocacy.

Fellowship Information

Duration: 12 months
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: April 13, 2026
Estimated Stipend: $46,000
Interview Required: Yes

The Executive Fellow will work to expand IPA’s clinical initiatives, attend state and national pharmacy meetings, gain exposure to all aspects of association work, and provide insight and assistance to the association. The fellow will continue to advance the role of the pharmacist in the healthcare system by engaging with Iowa’s pharmacists, student pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, policy makers, state agencies, other healthcare provider groups, and managed care organizations. The fellow will be allowed flexibility to tailor the experience to his or her interests to ensure there is passion behind the work that is done. This may include developing projects, attending conferences, completing professional development training, or other opportunities geared toward the fellow’s interests.

• Group Insurance coverage at 90% (Fellow responsible for 10%)
• Dental Insurance at 50% (Fellow responsible for 50%)
• Long-term disability and life insurance
• Professional development and meeting/travel stipend
• Flexible spending account (pre-tax deferment of health and childcare expenses)
• 10 days Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Simple IRA Contribution Match up to 3%
• Paid Holidays

• Cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae
• Written responses to all three application questions:
  • In less than 400 words, please provide an overview of why you are applying for this Fellowship and how you plan to utilize the experience in your future career.
  • In less than 400 words, what personal strengths and experiences would you bring to the Iowa Pharmacy Association? Include a description of your professional and/or community achievements and future goals.
  • In less than 400 words, in your opinion, what are the most important issues facing the profession of pharmacy in your state and nationally?
• Three letters of recommendation