Adjunct Faculty - Pharmaceutical Economics and Policy (PEP) On-Line R Coding

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach an intermediate-level course in R programming for graduate students. This role focuses on delivering high-quality education in data manipulation, visualization, and statistical analysis, equipping students with essential skills for their future careers. As part of a commitment to graduate education, the faculty member will engage with students through innovative assignments and support their academic journey. Join a historic college dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment while shaping the future of health and life sciences.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree with coursework in Pharmaceutical Economics & Policy.
• At least five years of relevant experience and one year of teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction in the Pharmaceutical Economics & Policy Program.
• Create engaging assignments and utilize the learning management system.

Skills

R programming

Data manipulation

Data visualization

Statistical analysis

Microsoft Office

Blackboard LMS

Education

PhD, JD, MPH, or equivalent

Tools

Blackboard LMS

Job description

Job Description

The School of Pharmacy - Boston seeks an adjunct faculty member to deliver high-quality learning experiences and education for students in the Pharmaceutical Economics & Policy Program (PEP). Specifically, we are looking for candidates to teach online, asynchronously, a comprehensive introduction to the R programming language, focusing on data manipulation, visualization, and basic statistical analysis for graduate students in the master's in PEP program. This course is intermediate level, designed to help students gain practical skills to manage, analyze, and visualize data, preparing them for research projects, professional data analysis, and academic publications. Additional course details can be provided during the interview process.

Responsibilities

1. Deliver didactic instruction in the Pharmaceutical Economics & Policy Program on the Boston campus.
2. Provide students with an approved syllabus including course objectives, learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies, texts, assignments, timelines, and evaluation criteria.
3. Create engaging assignments demonstrating real-world applications of concepts.
4. Utilize the University's learning management system to post course materials and communicate with students.
5. Advising and assisting students through office hours or scheduled appointments via videoconference, phone, email, or other approved mechanisms.
6. Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Required:

• Advanced degree (PhD, JD, MPH, or equivalent) with coursework related to Pharmaceutical Economics & Policy and at least five years of relevant experience.
• At least one year of teaching experience or formal training in instructional methodology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn and use Blackboard LMS.
• Commitment to graduate education and student success.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and healthcare professionals.

Please attach a cover letter and curriculum vitae/resume. Finalist candidates will undergo reference checks and a pre-employment background check. MCPHS cannot sponsor visas and is not an E-Verify employer.

About Us

Established in 1823, MCPHS is the oldest higher education institution in Boston, known for health and life sciences. We serve over 7,000 students across campuses in Boston, Worcester, and Manchester. Our mission is to create a healthier, more equitable world through our core values of integrity, community, engagement, collaboration, support, and innovation.

MCPHS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We aim to recruit, develop, and retain skilled faculty and staff.