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The School of Healthcare Business and Technology seeks an innovative and entrepreneurial Director for Data Science and Analytics to join our team and lead this new, high-impact initiative. As the inaugural Director, you’ll have the unique opportunity to shape the future of data science at MCPHS, guiding program development and collaboration across the university and industry. This full-time faculty appointment includes teaching responsibilities in data science and analytics, overseeing program growth, and building partnerships that drive real-world impact.

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Reporting to the Dean of the School of Healthcare Business and Technology, the Director will actively elevate MCPHS as a leader in data science education within the life sciences and biopharma sector. You’ll work closely with the Dean and industry-focused colleagues to forge new relationships, expand student experiential learning opportunities, and ensure our programs remain aligned with the latest industry trends. This role is based on our Boston campus, with the opportunity for inter-campus collaboration and flexibility in scheduling.

Strategic Leadership & Vision :

Establish and lead data science programming within the School of Healthcare Business and Technology.
Develop and articulate a forward-thinking vision for the future of data science education, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of the healthcare, life sciences, and biopharma industries.
Identify academic opportunities that prepare the next generation of data scientists for roles in healthcare, life sciences, biopharma, and clinical sectors.
Support incorporation of diversity, equity and inclusion into the curriculum, as well as co-curricular experiences, to broaden the education of students and expand their knowledge of health disparities.

Academic Program Development :

Collaborate with academic leaders to design, implement, and oversee new data science programs and courses.

Lead curriculum development focused on applying data science techniques to life sciences, particularly computational biology, chemistry, and data architecture.

Ensure alignment of academic programs with current industry trends and the needs of future employers.

Innovation & Industry Collaboration :

Foster a culture of innovation and research related to data science, encouraging both faculty and students to explore cutting-edge solutions to real-world problems in healthcare and life sciences.

Serve as a thought leader in data science, publishing and presenting research, and contributing to the global data science and life sciences community.

Establish partnerships with key industry stakeholders, including biopharma companies, clinical organizations, and technology firms.

Facilitate experiential learning opportunities such as internships, capstone projects, and industry collaborations to enhance student learning and professional development.

Program Growth & Management :

Build and lead a team of faculty and staff in the data science program, overseeing program development and research opportunities.

Establish program goals, policies, and procedures in alignment with the overall strategic plan of MCPHS.

Additional Responsibilities :

Provide direction for data set acquisition, analytic tools, and software appropriate for data science and analytics.

Support the incorporation of diversity, equity, and inclusion into the curriculum, as well as co-curricular experiences, to broaden the education of students and expand their knowledge of health disparities.

Participate in service / volunteer activities and University and school committees as assigned; serve on regional, state, or national organization committees.

Engage in scholarship resulting in conference presentations, publishable manuscripts, peer-reviewed instructional materials, or other outcomes consistent with expectations for scholarly activities described in the Faculty Manual.

Mentor, advise, and assist students through office hours or scheduled appointments, phone or email, and other University-approved mechanisms.

Attend and participate in School and Department meetings, University ceremonies, and other significant events, including commencement, retreats, and other on-campus meetings.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor.

Required :

A Ph.D. or equivalent experience in data science, computational biology, computational chemistry, data architecture, data analytics, or a related field.

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in academia, life sciences, biopharma, or a related industry setting.

Proven experience building and leading data science programs, departments, or related research initiatives.

Strong understanding of data science and health analytics applications in life sciences, particularly in the healthcare and biopharma industries.

Demonstrated ability to collaborate with academic and industry partners and manage teams.

Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience in computational biology, computational chemistry, or data architecture focusing on life sciences or a related field.

Proven track record of working on interdisciplinary projects that bridge data science and life sciences or biopharma.

Experience developing and launching new initiatives, academic programs, or student / junior staff mentoring.

Familiarity with emerging trends in data science education and the healthcare industry.

Willingness to participate in international travel to support SHB travel seminars.

Physical Requirements :

Use of a computer to conduct classroom instruction, record sessions, and attend meetings with students, staff, and administration.

Ability to participate in face-to-face classes, as well as meetings within the university and surrounding community.

The incumbent must be able to travel to life sciences organizations, campuses, and various professional meetings regularly.

Must be able to utilize technology in teaching and delivering education, including recording lectures.

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Please attach a cover letter and a curriculum vitae / resume. Finalist candidate(s) for this position will be subject to reference checks and a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. MCPHS is unable to sponsor, or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. MCPHS is also not an E-Verify institution.

About Us

Established in 1823, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) is the oldest institution of higher education in Boston, a city that is home to many of the world’s top universities and healthcare institutions. We are one of the largest and most highly-ranked schools for health- and life-sciences, and our alumni and faculty continually distinguish themselves in healthcare settings around the globe. MCPHS has more than 7000 students across campuses in Boston’s Longwood Medical and Academic Area (LMA), downtown Worcester, MA and downtown Manchester, NH. Our vision is to empower our Community to create a healthier, more equitable world, which we strive to achieve through our strategic priorities of collaboration, inclusion, success, sustainability, planning, and support.

We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits that include a substantial contribution toward the cost of medical, vision, and dental insurance, generous time off, retirement and pension plans, and flexible work arrangements to support work / life balance for our employees while supporting the MCPHS strategic plan.

MCPHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates a diverse community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

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