Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences · 2 months ago
Data Science Strategist and Faculty – School of Healthcare Business & Technology – Director of Data Science & Analytics
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expMassachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is seeking an innovative and entrepreneurial Director for Data Science and Analytics to lead a high-impact initiative. This role involves shaping the future of data science education, guiding faculty strategies, overseeing program development, and building partnerships within the life sciences and biopharma sectors.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
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
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 hands-on experience and real-world 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
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, 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
Contribute and help grow current MCPHS initiatives that leverage the University’s 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
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, 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 University and School meetings, University ceremonies, and other significant events, including commencement, retreats, and other on-campus meetings
Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor
Qualification
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
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
Benefits
A substantial contribution toward the cost of medical, vision, and dental insurance
Generous time off
Retirement and pension plans
Flexible work arrangements to support work/life balance
Company
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Founded in 1823, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) is the oldest institution of higher education in the city of Boston.
1001-5000 employees
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