Data Science Strategist and Faculty – School of Healthcare Business & Technology – Director of [...]

Data Science Strategist and Faculty – School of Healthcare Business & Technology – Director of Data Science & Analytics

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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. 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 full‑time 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 real‑world impact within the school and the University. This role works 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.

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 inter‑campus 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 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.
• 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

Innovation & Industry Collaboration

Program Growth & Management

Additional Responsibilities

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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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.

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 7,000 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 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

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