To help meet the growing education and workforce development (EWD) needs of the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry, NIIMBL has developed a suite of tools to standardize how the community can:
The suite of tools consists of three different frameworks and a web-based self-assessment, as well as an endorsement program anticipated for 2027.
The framework can be used to assess three different types of workforce initiatives: Non-Degree Training and Programs, Community Outreach and Awareness, and Industry-Aligned Degree Programs.
The framework for each initiative type outlines key activities needed to plan and implement an impactful workforce initiative across four distinct development phases (plan, develop, pilot, sustain) and by four foundational dimensions of impact (industry and partner return on investment, learner impact, programming and instruction, effective business processes).
Both new and experienced EWD professionals can use the suite of framework tools to:
Outlines activities, considerations, and measures that define industry-informed best practices for initiative development and sustainability
Comprehensive guidance by initiative type; covers all phases
Web-based assessment to help organizations identify initiative strengths and areas for enhancement
Offers a more tailored view of the framework, customized to initiative type and phase
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Recognizes workforce initiatives aligned with the specific needs of the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry
Grounded in the guidance and measures in the framework
Small, medium, or large biopharmaceutical manufacturers and suppliers
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Training centers, community colleges, universities
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Local, state, or federal governments; non-profits and community organizations; regional economic development organizations
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To learn more about the NIIMBL Workforce Assessment Framework, contact NIIMBL Workforce Director, John Balchunas
