Infant and Toddler Specialist/Parent Educator (2 openings)
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Iowa
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Drake University Head Start is seeking energetic candidates to join our team of classroom staff and carry out the Head Start/Early Head Start Mission to “better prepare young children and their families for life experiences now and in the future.”
This is a full time, 12-month, benefits eligible position supporting our lead teachers and children in daily classroom activities. Drake University offers amazing benefits that include tuition waiver and tuition exchange for employees, their partners, and dependents interested in pursuing a degree.
We are hiring individuals who are excited to join an agency of dedicated and supportive staff who take pride in serving the families of the community. This position works with an assigned group of families in Early Head Start programs by providing parent education and in home early childhood instruction and assessments. This position is responsible for implementing and evaluating early childhood, developmentally appropriate practice and may also assist with providing community resource information to families.
An ideal candidate will be resourceful and culturally competent. You must be prepared to travel to multiple homes with the benefit of mileage reimbursement and paid time for travel, have flexibility for adjusting to different home settings. The role consists of working directly with children in their home setting. |
Director of Financial Aid - 999616
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Iowa
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The Director of Financial Aid serves as a leader in Drake’s enrollment and revenue management by directing and evaluating financial aid strategy that promotes access to a Drake education in alignment with the university’s mission and strategic plan. The Director works in unison with the Office of Admissions and contracted financial aid optimization consultants in the development and execution of each year’s first year and transfer awarding plan. The Director also coordinates and provides guidance as needed regarding financial aid strategy for graduate and professional programs. The Director will have the opportunity to significantly influence the successful implementation of Workday’s financial aid system.
The Director oversees and is responsible for compliance of all financial aid programs for Drake, including Federal, State, and institutional programs. The Director leads the Financial Aid Office consisting of a staff of eight. The Director reports to the University’s CFO and serves as one of five members of the Finance leadership team that provides oversight and strategic direction to the Finance staff. The Director of Financial Aid is expected to support the University Continuous Improvement Plan initiatives and live out the University Core Values. |
Assistant to the Dean - 999227
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Iowa
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Drake's Zimpleman College of Business is looking for a detail-oriented Assistant to the Dean staff member to work with our team and the students we serve. This is a fulltime, 12-month position. A core function of this role is to make sure that the Dean has the needed administrative support to realize their leadership functions. This position serves as the front lines of communications among offices within the college and the larger university as well as external constituents and partners in the community. It also serves as a hub for college committees including the Promotion & Tenure Committee. We are looking for someone who has an agile mindset and is highly organized to address a variety of important tasks in collaboration with leaders, staff, and faculty. Given this role interacts with a range of people from students and families to alumni and supporters, the person needs to possess strong communication skills and a customer service orientation. This person also needs to be technically proficient so they can manage a range of digital platforms that support key digital assets of the college. |
Administrative Assistant 2
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Iowa
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Drake Law School is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Administrative Assistant to support our faculty, staff, and programs. This role is essential in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and providing high-level administrative support. Be part of a dynamic academic community with a collaborative and supportive team environment. |
CPHS Drug Development Fellow
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Iowa
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The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is excited to launch a search for a two-year Post-Doctoral Drug Development Fellow who will focus on clinical pharmacology drug development. This fellowship is the result of a collaborative agreement between Drake University and Vanadro Drug Development Consulting.
The fellowship, unique to the Midwest, will provide pharmacy graduates the opportunity to gain a solid foundation and competitive edge within the industry through intensive training in various aspects of drug development.
The drug development fellow will work with many different industry partners to provide groundbreaking patient care globally. The fellowship will provide interactions with drug companies, the Food and Drug Administration, research laboratories, and didactic training in numerous aspects of research. Additionally, the fellow will be able to gain teaching experience in Drake’s Doctor of Pharmacy program.
This two-year fellowship program will provide post-doctoral education and training in all aspects of drug development with specific focuses in clinical pharmacology and pharmacometrics. Some activities of the fellowship will include didactic course work related to various aspects of drug development, interacting with drug companies, researchers and governmental agencies, analysis of data from clinical and non-clinical trials, writing reports related to drug products being developed, and mentoring pharmacy students.
For more information about this fellowship and the collaborative agreement between Drake University and Vanadro, visit: https://www.drake.edu/cphs/vanadro/. |
Global Affairs Specialist - 100022
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Iowa
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Drake University is seeking a dynamic and accomplished international education administrator to serve as the Global Affairs Specialist - Asia Programs at Drake University. This role will provide administrative management and functional support for the institution’s degree programs embedded within Asia. This position offers a unique opportunity to directly contribute to Drake University’s growth in the space of transnational education, creating access for students around the world to acquire a Drake degree. The GA Specialist will be a team member within the Division of Global Affairs and will report to the Chief Global Affairs Officer and Dean of Global Programs. The Division of Global Affairs reports to the Office of the President.
In 2024, Drake established the QU-Drake United College in collaboration with Qingdao University in Qingdao, China. This project offers dual-degree programs in China where undergraduate students earn both a Qingdao and a Drake degree through a jointly developed curriculum.
The GA Specialist will play a key role in managing day-to-day administration of the project. In addition, the Specialist will be the primary point of contact for partners in Asia and provide key project management support to ensure intended outcomes are met. The GA Specialist will work closely with Drake University leadership and the leadership of the QU-Drake United College in China to ensure a smooth-running collaboration that results in a cohesive, high-quality program.
Drake is actively exploring additional curricular projects in Asia. The GA Specialist for Asia Programs will have the unique opportunity to assist in the development of these programs and will ultimately provide day-to-day management for these projects in addition to QU-Drake United College in China. |
QU – Drake United College: Instructor in ESL - Q99986
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Iowa
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Faculty will teach fall and spring semesters onsite in Qingdao, with a teaching load of four (4) sections per semester. Faculty will also spend time in Des Moines, Iowa for training and support before and after teaching abroad. |
Adjunct Instructor, Statistics - 210060
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Iowa
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Drake University's College of Business & Public Administration invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Statistics to teach Statistics 1 (STAT 071) for Spring 2026. The focus of this course is on descriptive and inferential statistics including frequency distributions, confidence intervals, and probability. Essential functions include evaluating student work and assigning grades as well as meeting periodically with department supervisor to discuss class. |
Adjunct Instructor in Reporting and Writing Principles (JMC 054)
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Iowa
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The Drake SJMC invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Reporting and Writing Principles (JMC 054) for Spring Semester, 2026.
This course help students build skills in information evaluation, fact-gathering methods and journalism writing style, with extensive practice. The course is open to SJMC majors and minors only.
Essential functions of this position include teaching, evaluating student work, and assigning grades as well as meeting periodically with department supervisor to discuss the class.
This is a one-semester course to be taught in the Spring 2026. The spring semester starts on January 26,2026. |
Adjunct Instructor, Law, Politics, & Society - 200037
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Iowa
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The Department of Law, Politics, and Society seeks one or two adjunct instructors with the ability to teach a relevant topical elective course in the Spring of 2026, and perhaps other courses in subsequent semesters.
Successful candidates should have a PhD, JD, Masters, or equivalent advanced degree. |
Adjunct Instructor, Educ Teaching & Learning - 220060
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Iowa
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The Drake University School of Education – Department of Teaching and Learning invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor. This candidate will be responsible for teaching classes related to Assessment, Diagnosis & Evaluation in Special Education. Candidates must have a successful track record in administering and evaluating the results of standard and research-based assessment practices in K-12 settings. Experience as an AEA and/or State Department of Education in assessment is an additional advantage The successful candidate will teach one section in the Spring of 2026 to group of undergraduate and graduate students seeking Special Education Certification. The course objectives have already been established. The instructor is responsible for facilitating course activities and projects designed to meet the course objectives as well as grading all related coursework. Candidates must submit a letter of interest and a CV/resume online. |
Drake Public Safety Officer - 999233
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Iowa
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Drake Public Safety Officers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the campus community. Their responsibilities include:
Enhancing safety: Through the visibility of Public Safety personnel, preventive patrols, and 24-hour accessibility.
Conflict resolution: Utilizing positive conflict resolution techniques to maintain a peaceful environment.
Crime prevention: Implementing crime prevention and awareness programs to deter criminal activity.
Collaboration: Working closely with local law enforcement and community organizations to fulfill their mission.
Emergency assistance: Being trained to assist in medical emergencies and having access to portable defibrillators for use in emergency situations.
Drake Public Safety Officers are dedicated to creating a safe and secure environment for all individuals on campus, making them a vital part of the university's safety infrastructure. |
Technology Training Coordinator - 998366
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Iowa
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The Technology Training Coordinator is responsible for defining and executing training strategies that drive successful adoption of enterprise software and other technologies across the organization. They support the implementation and effective use of software applications and software-defined business processes, ensuring employees have the necessary skills for current and emerging technologies. This role focuses on delivering training content, engaging stakeholders, as well as program coordination and evaluation. |
Grounds and Support III - 999813
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Iowa
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Be responsible for appearance of designated areas, to include but not limited to:
Athletic Field, flower beds, common areas, trees and hardscapes.
Operate tractors, mowers and related equipment associated with grounds maintenance.
Operate hand equipment, plant, cultivate, care for and maintain landscaped areas and turf.
Assist in the care, repair and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
Maintain and make minor repairs to buildings, fences, gates, walkways, parking lots, secondary roads and other areas.
Operate powered and unpowered equipment to remove snow and ice from sidewalks, steps, parking lots or roadways.
Evaluate and perform ice control on campus sidewalks, steps parking lots and secondary roads.
Must be able to perform overtime when needed.
Assist in hauling and moving of furniture, equipment and other campus related items.
Provide support in university event including set-ups and tear downs
Performs other duties as assigned |
Adjunct Instructor, Environmental Science - 200030
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Iowa
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Drake University’s Department of Environmental Science and Sustainability is looking for a qualified person to teach one undergraduate course to students with an interest in the environmental professions. This course will be offered in the Spring 2026 academic term, beginning on January 26, 2026. The course to be taught is ENSS050: Special Topics: Environmental Consulting. Though preference may be given to individuals who are currently employed with an environmental consulting firm, the Department is looking for applicants that have a broad range of experience consulting on a wide range of scientific or sustainability related initiatives. |
Head Start Teacher, Newton - 999931
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Iowa
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Drake University Head Start is seeking a professional candidate to serve as a preschool classroom Teacher in our Knoxville classroom. the classroom is located in Newton. This position leads daily activities in the classroom through developing, implementing, and evaluating early childhood curriculum and practice. The ideal candidate will be skilled in delivering lessons focused on social-emotional skills and kindergarten readiness. Each of our Head Start Teachers partners with a teacher associate to fulfill educational, nutritional, and hygienic needs of children while they are in the classroom. |
Assistant Director of Bands/Assistant Professor of Percussion or Winds - 999534
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Iowa
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Teach MUS 148 (Band), which includes directing the Drake University Marching Band, Symphonic Band, and Bulldog Brass Pep Band. Teach/lead applied studio of your primary instrument as well as chamber music coaching (candidates with a background in percussion, horn, or clarinet are encouraged to apply). Teach methods courses in your area of specialty for Music Education majors. If qualified, the candidate may also teach MUS 134 (Marching Band Techniques), and/or MUS 159 (Instrumental Performance in the Junior and Senior High School). Finally, this individual could teach a course in the Drake Curriculum, depending upon need, load, and expertise.
The search committee seeks a candidate with demonstrated success as an active and visible recruiter; commitment to and record of successful teaching at the University level; an active performer at regional and national levels; demonstrated commitment to professional growth; ability to forge strong community ties and maintain a strong relationship with the Drake Athletics Department.
The committee is particularly interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. |
Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts - 997995
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Iowa
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The Drake University Department of Theatre Arts seeks applicants to fill a tenure-track position in our Musical Theatre program. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): teaching courses in the musical theatre curriculum including applied voice lessons and music theory; directing one musical per year as part of our Main Stage season; music directing two productions annually, advising and mentoring student performances and assisting in recruiting and committee work. The successful candidate will have a terminal degree in musical theatre, experience teaching and directing at the university level and professional performance experience. The search committee is particularly interested in candidates who, through their research, performance, teaching, and/or service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. |
Director of External Relations - 998042
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Iowa
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Drake University Law School is seeking a dynamic, relationship-oriented, and highly strategic leader for the position of Director of External Relations, a senior leadership role that reports directly to the Dean and serves as a member of the Law School’s leadership team. The Director is the chief administrative officer responsible for strategic oversight and management of the Law School’s communications, marketing, alumni relations, events, media relations, and social media. The Director leads a two-person team of coordinators with expertise in the areas of (1) Marketing and Communications and (2) Events and Alumni Relations. |
Facility Maintainer III - 999324
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Iowa
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Under direct or Indirect supervision of the Custodial Manager and/or Custodial Supervisor, Facility Maintainers perform a variety of custodial tasks and activities designed to maintain the campus in an orderly, sanitary, safe, and attractive condition. Work activities are scheduled and unscheduled in nature and are subject to frequent interruptions.
This position works Saturday and Sunday 5:00am to 1:30pm and 3 weekdays' from 4:30AM to 1:00 PM.
Principal Working Relationships: Greets all students and staff in a friendly, timely manner and assists as necessary, e.g., holding doors. helping with wheelchairs, providing directions and/or information when requested.
* Performs as a team, or as directed for seasonal or periodic cleaning operations
* Interacts with departmental personnel
* Treats all personnel with respect and dignity
* Uses constructive feedback to get ideas across and recognizes positive results |