Data Science Strategist and Faculty School of Healthcare Business

Data Science Strategist and Faculty School of Healthcare Business & Technology Director of Data Science & Analytics Join to apply for the Data Science Strategist and Faculty School of Healthcare Business & Technology Director of Data Science & Analytics role at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences . 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, highimpact initiative. This role will offer a unique opportunity to shape the future of data science at MCPHS, guiding faculty strategies, program development, and collaboration across the university. Reporting to the Dean of the School of Healthcare Business and Technology, the fulltime faculty appointment includes teaching responsibilities in data science, AI, and data analytics, overseeing program growth, and building partnerships within the life sciences and biopharma sectors that drive realworld impact within the school and the University. This role works closely with the Dean and industryfocused colleagues to forge new relationships, expand student experiential learning opportunities, and ensure our programs remain aligned with the latest industry trends. In the additional role of Data Science Strategist for the University, the incumbent faculty member will report to the President and Vice President for Academic Affairs/Provost to help guide the University in establishing a vision and goals that advance the application of data science within health sciences and health professions education at MCPHS. This role is based on our Boston campus, offering opportunities for intercampus collaboration and flexibility in scheduling. Strategic Leadership & Vision Develop a strategy for prioritizing the assessment of health sciences and health professions curricula across the University. Collaborate with academic leadership (including our Centers for Excellence, such as Life Sciences, Research and Discovery, and Interprofessional Practice and Education), and faculty to assess existing curricula and offer guidance on integration of data science components. Develop and articulate a forwardthinking 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. Mentor faculty colleagues in course design that identifies opportunities for integrating components of data science, as well as assessment processes for data science course components. Academic Program Development Collaborate with academic leaders to design, implement, and oversee new data science programs and courses. Guide faculty with strategies for teaching data science that bring handson experience and realworld applications in class experiences and projects, including ethical, regulatory, and privacy considerations in healthcare data use. Lead curriculum development that bolsters the application of AI and 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 cuttingedge solutions to realworld problems in healthcare and life sciences. Serve as a thought leader in data science, representing the School of Healthcare Business and Technology and the University by publishing and presenting research, and contributing to the global data science and life sciences community. Collaborate with the Center for Career Development to 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 Contribute and help grow current MCPHS initiatives that leverage the Universitys internal and external networks to offer education and training in data science, AI, and data analytics. Build and lead a team of faculty and staff in the data science programs, overseeing program development and research opportunities. Collaborate with the Career Development Center at MCPHS to facilitate opportunities for data science experiences (internships, jobs, and other forms of training). Establish department goals, policies, and procedures in alignment with the overall strategic plan of The School of Healthcare Business and MCPHS. Additional Responsibilities Provide strategic direction for AI adoption, data set acquisition, analytic tool selection, and software appropriate for data science and analytics. Participate in service/volunteer activities and University and school committees as assigned; serve on regional, state, or national organization committees, representing the university. Engage in scholarship resulting in conference presentations, publishable manuscripts, peerreviewed 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 Universityapproved mechanisms. Attend and participate in University and School meetings, University ceremonies, and other significant events, including commencement, retreats, and other oncampus meetings. Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor. Required Qualifications 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 facetoface classes, as well as meetings within the university and the 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 classroombased education, including recording lectures, posting videos, and using the university LMS and tools provided for grading and student feedback. Apply Please attach a cover letter and a curriculum vitae/resume. Finalist candidate(s) for this position will be subject to reference checks and a preemployment background check as a condition of employment. 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 worlds top universities and healthcare institutions. We are one of the largest and most highlyranked schools for health and life sciences, and our alumni and faculty continually distinguish themselves in healthcare settings around the globe. MCPHS has more than 7,000 students across campuses in Bostons 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 core values of integrity, community, engagement, collaboration, support, and innovation. 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 dedicated to ensuring equal opportunity for all members of the University community. We aim to recruit, develop, and retain the most skilled faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr