Manager, Learning & Continuing Education

Drug Information Association Inc; United States; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonus

Employer HSA contribution

Employer 401k match

PTO with annual increases

Job summary

DIA seeks a Manager Learning & Continuing Education to ensure CE activities comply with ACPE, IACET, PMI, ACCME, and ANCC standards. You will lead accreditation processes, manage certificate programs, and collaborate with faculty to deliver high‑quality CE for healthcare professionals.

Based in Washington DC, this role oversees policy, course materials, disclosures, COI reviews, and data reporting. A Bachelor’s in science education or related field and 5+ years in CE are preferred.

Qualifications

• Masters and knowledge of CE accreditation standards is preferred.
• Experience with ACPE, IACET, ACCME and PMI guidelines required.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead accreditation applications and site visits for CE programs.
• Determine credit assignment and manage certificate programs.
• Review materials for measurable objectives and fair balance.
• Oversee COI disclosures and data reporting for CE activities.
• Collaborate with faculty and partners to improve CE offerings.

Skills

ACPE guidelines

IACET guidelines

PMI guidelines

ACCME guidelines

COI disclosure

Education

Bachelor's degree in science education or related field

Tools

AMS Personify

Microsoft Office

Job description

About DIA

DIA is a global healthcare association that mobilizes life science professionals from across all areas of expertise to engage with patients peers and thought leaders in a neutral environment on the issues of today and the possibilities of tomorrow We envision a world where powerful health interventions and health management tools are rapidly discovered developed approved and made accessible to all It is an exciting time to join DIA as we lead the life sciences industry into the future of truly global and digitally enabled knowledge sharing and creation By joining DIA you join our mission to drive better health solutions for patients and stay at the forefront of the healthcare revolution

Location & Eligibility

Candidates must live within commuting distance of the Washington DC office

Salary

The salary range for this position is 8000090000 for candidates working in our Washington DC office Salary may vary for employees based outside of the DMV area and will be determined according to local market conditions These factors include but are not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications competencies aligned with the role educational background internal equity and external market analysis

Role Overview

The Manager Learning & Continuing Education CE is accountable for ensuring DIAs educational activities are in compliance with the standards and regulations set by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education ACPE International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training IACET Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education ACCME Project Management Institute PMI and the American Nurses Credentialing Center ANCC In addition the Manager Learning & Continuing Education is also accountable for ensuring DIAs certificate programs are in compliance with the ANSIASTM E2659 standards Join us in our important mission to drive healthcare innovation and raise the level of health and well being worldwide As the Manager Learning & Continuing Education you will Monitor document and ensure all educational events are developed in compliance with ACPE IACET and PMI guidelinesDetermine credit for each event; assign appropriate certificate program units per eventCollaborate with accreditation partners to offer CME and nursing credits for education activitiesEstablish agreements with accreditation partners review and process accreditation partner invoicesParticipate in educational program planning calls to review DIAs CE policies discuss needsobjective for event and communicate disclosure policyprocessWork with program committees and faculty to develop learner assessmentsOversee collection of disclosure information and facilitate conflict of interest COI review and mitigation processReview all educational activity materials to ensure use of measurable objectives and appropriate accreditation languageReview slide presentations for fair balance and non promotional contentReview and analyze evaluation data to identify improvements and changes to future events as well as identify new content opportunities; share data with learning and digital solutions team and meeting operationsServe as expert for CE set up for all learning and digital solutions events in association management system; support CE set up for meeting operations team as neededServe as expert and oversee functionality of online credit request system My Transcript; ensure functionality and incorporate requirements of accreditation bodiesOversee CPE monitoring system and ensure data is submitted in accordance with ACPE requirements; identify and resolve CPE monitor data issuesProvide information support and issue resolution via telephone or email correspondence for customers regarding continuing education credit requestsConduct annual CE program review and evaluation to assess overall compliance with accrediting bodies identify improvements to CE program and policies and ensure the CE program supports DIAs missionLead and manage each accreditation application process and site visitreviewComplete reaccreditation applications and annual reportsConduct internal staff training on regulatory requirements and policies for CE program and certificate programCreate and maintain CE policies and proceduresManage certificate programs and ensure each program is implemented in accordance with the ANSIASTM E2659 standardsConduct certificate program needs assessment evaluation and management review process to ensure each certificate program continues to meet needs of stakeholdersConduct annual Safety and Patient Engagement Certificate Program Committee meetingsLead metrics for success for certificate programs to support annual program growthManage maintenance of each certificate program exam form; perform bi annual content mapping and accuracy of each examManage Americas public training offerings and customized training coursesLead content review meetings for training coursesIdentify confirm and prepare facultyReview and prepare course materials course evaluations and assessmentsFacilitate live virtual training courses including faculty prep sessions and delivery of coursesManage customized training courses including faculty communications preparation of course materials course evaluations and assessments and overall administrationManage client relationships for customized training coursesCreate learner assessment summaries to document effectiveness of training and changes in learningImplement outcomes evaluations for learning activities Americas public and customizedSupport annual meeting as needed; attendance at annual meeting is required

Qualifications

To join us you should have Bachelors degree required with major in science education or related field preferred or related experienceMinimum of 5 years overall work experience and 2 years experience working with continuing education programs in pharmaceutical and healthcare related field required Familiar with medical terminologyMust demonstrate mastery of ACPE and IACET guidelines and working knowledge of ACCME and PMI guidelinesKnowledgeable in ANSI guidelines and requirements for certificate programsKnowledgeable in adult learning principles and instructional systems design requiredRelevant systems and software knowledge and skills including Microsoft WindowsOffice and AMS PersonifyInnate ability to identify and pursue opportunities that have potential to grow or strengthen DIA LearningMotivated highly organized and detailed oriented; able to plan monitor and complete multiple projects to deliver quality meetingsDemonstrates excellent follow through collaboration and communication with all stakeholders internal and external to achieve goalsHighly effective negotiator; able to build and maintain SME and faculty relationshipsAble to evaluate and respond to emerging opportunities or threats to meeting customers needs; develops and implements solutions to addressAbility to travel as neededFluent in English; additional language skills are a plus

Benefits

• Competitive compensation including performance incentive bonus
• Robust benefits with employer HSA contribution
• Employer 401k match
• PTO plan goes up each year
• 8 Holidays and 3 Floating Holidays
• 3 Wellness Days
• Flexible hours and hybrid work environment on site Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday
• Paid parental leave

EEO Statement

DIA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or other applicable legally protected characteristics