Open Rank Teaching Professor – MS in Regulatory Affairs

About the Opportunity

The College of Professional Studies (CPS) is one of ten colleges of Northeastern University, a nationally ranked private research university. Founded in 1960, the College provides lifelong experiential learning that unleashes the capacities of aspiring individuals in all stages and walks of life. The College teaches undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students on campus and online in more than 90 programs. 

About the Opportunity:

The Assistant Teaching Professor Faculty position is based on Northeastern University’s Campus in Boston, Massachusetts. The position is a full-time, non-tenure track, renewable appointment. Faculty enjoy a collegial work environment that allows for work-life balance, and are expected to be available to students, whether in-person or virtually. Faculty contribute to the College’s mission through teaching, service and scholarship. The selected Faculty member will work closely with other Program Faculty, and report directly to Lead Faculty of CPS’ Regulatory Affairs Programs. 

Required qualifications for the position consist of: 

• PhD or Professional Doctorate in Regulatory Affairs or relevant field by the appointment start date.
• Minimum of 3 years of on-ground teaching experience at the graduate level
• At least 5 years of professional Regulatory Affairs and/or Clinical Affairs experience within the life science industry
• Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written
• Demonstrated problem-solving and interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

This Faculty position’s responsibilities include teaching approximately 5-6 courses throughout the academic year. Academic leadership will include working with the administration and other Regulatory Affairs Program Faculty, who are predominantly part-time, to ensure that the degree curriculum meets professional standards and is consistent with the requirements of the job market. The candidate for this position will demonstrate application of pedagogical practices and will have experience teaching on-ground. Up to 80% of the successful candidate’s time will be allocated towards teaching (teaching load is subject to periodic reviews by the unit and college); actual course load may vary with other responsibilities, which include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Teach assigned courses and develop course content and materials. Canvas certification through Northeastern University is required prior to teaching in the program
• Develop course content and materials in collaboration with Faculty Lead, administration and colleagues
• Participate in committee meetings
• Participate in faculty recruitment and mentoring
• Collaborate with administration and colleagues with curriculum development including teaching materials & assessment development
• Oversee the instruction of specific courses within the curriculum as Principal Instructor. Responsibilities in this regard include selecting instructors, advising on syllabi, and evaluating instructor performance

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Applicants should submit materials including a letter of interest, Curriculum Vitae, and contact information for three professional references. In your cover letter, please discuss how you can support our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for all faculty, staff, and students. Please direct questions to Stephen Amato, Lead Faculty of Regulatory Affairs Programs at s.amato@northeastern.edu. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. 

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity

Position Type

Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. 

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. 

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.

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