The NACDS Foundation Executive Fellowship Program is a year-long, paid educational experience for a post-graduate pharmacy student to meaningfully contribute to the Foundation’s mission to cultivating innovation in care through education, research, and philanthropy.

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Program Overview

The NACDS Foundation Executive Fellow works collaboratively with healthcare and research professionals on projects that enhance patient care and improve health outcomes. Through this one-year program, the Executive Fellow develops skills in project management and design of innovative patient care research studies fostering an understanding of key issues impacting public health through engagement in Foundation activities. While assisting the Foundation to launch new programs and manage existing ones, the Executive Fellow contributes to meaningful work that advances population health.

Make a difference

  • Be the change – Assist with research grants that contribute to improving community health and patient care
  • Develop your skills – Apply clinical knowledge in a unique setting, and sharpen project management and communication skills
  • Become a team member – Work with dedicated Foundation staff
  • Build your network – Meet and learn from leaders and experts

NACDS/NACDS Foundation offers flexible work arrangements. The selected Fellow will work onsite in our Arlington, VA office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. They will have the option to work remotely on Monday and Friday.

Deadline:

December 31, 2025 (11:59 p.m. ET)

Commitment & Prerequisites:

  • Commitment: 12-months beginning in June at NACDS headquarters in Arlington, Virginia (in-person Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday; remote Monday, Friday)
  • Pre-requisite: Graduate of an ACPE accredited Doctor of Pharmacy program

Application Requirements:

  • Current resume or curriculum vitae
  • Scanned copy of applicant’s pharmacy school transcript
  • Cover letter explaining career goals, relevant experience, and interest in the Fellowship
  • One letter of recommendation from a pharmacy dean, faculty member, preceptor, or a recent pharmacy employer (send to education@nacdsfoundation.org)

Selection Process:

An initial virtual interview is conducted with applicants. Finalists will be invited for an on-site interview with the NACDS Foundation in early 2026. Notification regarding application status is made shortly thereafter. 

Application

Follow the NACDS Foundation on LinkedIn for program announcements and news. Please reach out to our current Executive Fellow, Olgaaurora Rodriguez, at arodriguez@nacds.org with any further questions regarding the fellowship or application process.