Assistant Director of Biomedical Programs

Ball State University; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

Sick days

Holidays

Parental leave

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ball State University is seeking an Assistant Director of Biomedical Programs to lead and support the Biomedical Sciences program in the Biology Department. This full-time, in-person role focuses on mentoring undergraduates and advising on academic and professional paths.

The position requires a Master’s degree in biology or related field and at least one year of managerial experience, with preferred doctoral qualifications.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology, biomedical sciences, or a related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.
• At least one year of managerial experience in the biomedical or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing the Biomedical Sciences program and mentor undergraduates.
• Advise students academically and on professional school applications.
• Coordinate with program staff on curriculum and requirements.
• Support data gathering, analysis, and reporting for the department.

Skills

Managerial experience

University teaching

Student advising

Education

Master’s degree in Biology/biomedical sciences or related

Doctoral degree (preferred)

Job description

Position Title

Assistant Director of Biomedical Programs

Compensation

$57,000 - $60,000

Department

Biology

About this opportunity

The Department of Biology at Ball State University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Director of the Biomedical Sciences Program. This is a full-time, in-person, 12-month professional position.

The Department of Biology is one of the largest and most academically active units within the College of Sciences and Humanities. Building on a long record of excellence in teaching, research, and service, the department provides rigorous, hands-on programs that prepare students for success in the biological and biomedical sciences.

Students in the biomedical sciences constitute about 40% of the early 850+ majors in the Biology Department. Career readiness, mentoring, and advising are all key elements of our students’ journey.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you’ll do and what you’ll bring

The primary responsibility for this position is to assist with implementing the Biomedical Sciences program. This includes guiding and managing the program as well as mentoring and advising undergraduates in the program and performing other duties as assigned by the Department Chairperson.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach and assist in the career readiness courses in career readiness courses.
• Advise students on academics and professional school application preparedness.
• Develop and deliver workshops, guest speakers, and other professional development opportunities in line with the focus of student programs.
• Coordinate with the undergraduate curriculum coordinator on program changes and requirements.
• Participate in recruitment and retention events (may include some evenings and weekends).
• Support the Director with data gathering, analysis, and report generation.
• Stay up to date with trends and changes in professional schools and pre-health professions advising via trainings, workshops, and webinars.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned by the Department Chairperson.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology, biomedical sciences, or a related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.
• At least one year of managerial experience in the biomedical or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Biology, biomedical sciences, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience teaching or advising at the university level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience working with diverse learners.
• Familiarity with the application processes for health professions programs and schools.
• Experience partnering with biomedical agencies.

Applications must be received before 12:01 AM on September 24,2026

What we offer

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That’s why we offer paid 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well as a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. We do the same for you. In fact, we'll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Lets fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.