Assistant Professor, Data Science

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary :

The Department of Life Sciences and the Department of Allied Health Sciences at the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (www.acphs.edu) are seeking candidates for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Data Science to commence on July 1, 2025.

ACPHS offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary. The Albany area is a central hub in upstate New York—the Adirondacks, Boston, Montreal, and New York City are all within 3 hours driving distance. Additional information about ACPHS and the working environment can be found at https : / / www.acphs.edu.

Applications consisting of a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references should be submitted. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Academic rank (Assistant or Associate Professor) and compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience in clinical practice or clinical management, and experience in professional education.

Major Duties & Responsibilities :

• Primary teaching responsibilities will be courses that support our new MS in health data science program that could include topics in data analytics, machine learning, computational modeling, outcomes analysis, informatics, the use of large databases, data mining, and pattern recognition.
• Develop a research program that, at a minimum, is able to support graduate level capstone projects.
• Serve as the program director for the new MS Degree.
• Participate in curricular development, recruiting, student advising, and other duties necessary for the proper functioning of the program.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Education and Experience :

Physical Demands :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Please note that this posting is not all-inclusive of the job responsibilities or qualifications of the position. The essential functions of the job may or may not have been fully described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Work Environment :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Additional Information :

This position is based in Albany, NY. The duties and responsibilities of this particular role require the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and / or interaction with our community, requiring all work to be performed full-time on-site. Standard work hours are from 8 : 30 AM – 4 : 30 PM EST, Monday through Friday. Additional details pertaining to this position will be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits :

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental and vision benefits, free life insurance and disability programs, tuition assistance programs, retirement plan with employer match and contribution, and generous time off including 20 paid holidays plus paid sick and vacation time. Additional perks include wellness rewards, free gym access, free parking, identity theft protection and many others. Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, and exclusions may apply for some roles.

ACPHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our hiring and employment practices.