Data Science Curriculum Fellow in Biomedical Informatics
Institution: Harvard Medical School
Location: Boston, MA
Category: Faculty - Science
Type: Full Time
The Department of Biomedical Informatics (DBMI) at Harvard Medical School
(
http://dbmi.hms.harvard.edu) invites applications for a Data Science Curriculum Fellow,
associated with the Master of Biomedical Informatics (MBI) programs
(
http://informaticstraining.hms.harvard.edu).
The MBI programs offered by DBMI provide an intellectual framework for the systematic and
sound use of quantitative methods to increase agility with such methods in their
respective domains. The programs include an intensive, hands-on boot camp, a range of
foundational courses in quantitative and biomedical subjects, as well as courses in
emerging areas such as precision medicine, data science, and data visualization. All
students are expected to complete a capstone research project and to participate in a
seminar series.
The MBI Curriculum Fellow will play a key role in developing the educational offerings of
the Department of Biomedical Informatics and will:
· Develop or identify Biomedical Informatics-related content and materials for
courses and serve as the primary instructor or provide instructional support to the
associated teaching faculty.
· Take a lead role in planning and mentoring the capstone research projects.
· Work with the MBI Director and faculty to expand the MBI curriculum and keep it
current.
· Mentor teaching assistants.
· Pursue additional opportunities to improve Biomedical Informatics education
through collaborations and the adoption of novel course formats.
· Liaise with other Harvard departments and affiliates engaged in data science
teaching and learning initiatives.
· Contribute to program delivery and coordinate appropriate follow-up to drive
continuous course and program improvement.
· Develop, implement, and support paracurricular activities, including symposia,
recruitment events, social and career development initiatives.
· Collaborate with the program manager to foster a positive learning environment for
MBI students and be a continuous presence with the student cohort.
· Provide administrative support, including the preparation of annual reports for
university stakeholders together with the program manager.
· Participate in strategic planning initiatives and program development.
Qualifications:
· An earned doctorate in a Biomedical Informatics-related field (i.e. computational
biology, computer science, etc)
· Teaching experience at the graduate or undergraduate level
· Postdoctoral research or teaching experience (preferred)
Job Skills and Competencies:
· Demonstrated quantitative expertise and experience with biomedical data
· Proficiency with R and/or Python (preferred)
· Familiarity with practices related to collaborative and reproducible scientific
work
· Ability to work collaboratively with multiple faculty and administrative partners
to develop new courses and educational/training opportunities
· Experience applying pedagogical best practices, including evidence-based teaching
methods and technological innovations, to the classroom
· Ability to advise faculty on the application of evidence-based teaching practices
to existing courses
· Strong oral and written communication skills
· Strong organizational and administrative skills and the ability to successfully
plan and implement programs and events
· Ability to work independently to identify and implement optimal solutions to
diverse problems
· Effective mentorship skills
We aim to recruit a postdoctoral scientist who is committed to both the practice and the
teaching of Biomedical Informatics and who is drawn to an academic environment. The MBI
Curriculum Fellow is a member of the HMS Curriculum Fellows Program, a science education
community that functions as a training program for early career scientist-teachers while
contributing to the development and oversight of high quality, innovative graduate
education at Harvard. Pedagogical training is incorporated into the fellow’s course- and
program-based efforts and includes opportunities to design and conduct discipline based
educational research (DBER) projects. Curriculum Fellows receive mentorship and career
advising to support their development as educators throughout the duration of the
appointment.
To apply:
To be considered for this position, please email a single pdf document containing a letter
of application that addresses your interest in and qualifications for the position, a
curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Please include the names and
contact information of three references, who will be asked to supply letters or will be
contacted by phone early in the application screening process. You may also include
evidence of teaching effectiveness or links to relevant work. Applications will be
considered on a rolling basis, with a deadline for full consideration of 5 PM Eastern Time
on July 7th, 2017. The CF position and its associated academic appointment is a one year
appointment, renewable for three years, and is non-tenure-track. Fellows are hired at the
rank of research associate or Lecturer, commensurate with experience. The ideal start for
the position is on or before August 1, 2017 at Harvard Medical School in Boston.
Address applications to Bradley Coleman, Ph.D.
Co-Director, Curriculum Fellows Program
Via Ms. Naima Abdullahi (cfp@hms.harvard.edu<mailto:cfp@hms.harvard.edu>)
Harvard University is an equal opportunity employer.
Best,
Naima
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Naima Abdullahi
Coordinator, Graduate Education And Global Programs
Harvard Medical School | Gordon Hall | 25 Shattuck St | Boston, Massachusetts 02115
Phone: (617) 432-5703
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