Dr Jessica Hardisty MPharm, PhD, Clin Dip, IPres is an academic clinical pharmacist and pharmacy educator with over 20 years’ experience across higher education and clinical practice.
She is a Principal Lecturer and has played a key role in curriculum development and reaccreditation against General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) standards, most recently aligning programmes with the 2021 initial education and training requirements for pharmacists. She has led the development of innovative work-based learning models across primary and secondary care and maintains active clinical links within primary care.
Jessica previously held a role within Health Education England, North, where she supported pharmacy trainees and employers across the region, managed Training Programme Directors, contributed to national recruitment systems, and led initiatives to enhance pastoral support.
She has also led large-scale interprofessional education initiatives across faculties and between higher education institutions.
Jessica joined the Board of Governors in 2026 and is a member of the Academic Assurance Committee.