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.
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.
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.
• 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.