Director of Graduate Programs & Teaching Professor

Northeastern University; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern University’s School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences invites applications for an Associate/Full Teaching Professor and Director of Graduate Programs. The role combines academic leadership with governance of the MS and PhD programs, emphasizing graduate education modernization, experiential learning, and industry collaborations across a global campus network.

The successful candidate will chair the MS/PhD Committee, drive curriculum innovation, assessment, and accreditation

Qualifications

• PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Bioengineering, or related field.
• Significant experience in graduate education leadership or program development.
• Experience with committee governance, curriculum, assessment, and accreditation processes.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead graduate programs governance, ensure NECHE standards and program alignment.
• Direct curriculum development, assessment, and annual MS/PhD reviews.
• Develop industry partnerships to support training, funding, and internships.
• Oversee student success, advising, milestones, and mentorship for graduate students.
• Drive strategic growth and global expansion of MS/PhD offerings.

Skills

Graduate education leadership

Committee governance

Curriculum development

Academic program growth

Industry collaborations

Education

PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Bioengineering, or related field

Job description

Northeastern University’s School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences invites applications for an Associate/Full Teaching Professor and Director of Graduate Programs. The role combines academic leadership with governance of the MS and PhD programs, emphasizing graduate education modernization, experiential learning, and industry collaborations across a global campus network.

The successful candidate will chair the MS/PhD Committee, drive curriculum innovation, assessment, and accreditation