Open Rank Clinical Professor, Department of Medical Sciences

Northeastern University•Boston, MA

3d•$116,000 - $174,000•Remote

About The Position

Northeastern University’s Department of Medical Sciences seeks an Open Rank Clinical Professor for its Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) in Healthcare Leadership program. This is a full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position focused primarily on teaching. The professor will teach within the DMSc curriculum, support curriculum development and assessment, ensure high-quality educational delivery, and advise and mentor students. The position also includes scholarship related to healthcare leadership and health professions education, service to the program, university, and professional community, and other activities that support healthcare leadership education. Rank will be determined by experience and qualifications. The position is primarily remote, with some on-ground requirements. Teaching duties include courses in healthcare leadership, management, policy, and related areas; developing and updating course materials, syllabi, and assessments; advising students; and contributing to curriculum enhancement. The professor will supervise and guide thesis projects, helping students formulate research questions, design studies, analyze data, and develop scholarly writing, while supporting ethical research practices and opportunities to present findings. Service responsibilities include contributing to academic policies, program development, and strategic planning; collaborating across disciplines; serving on committees as assigned; engaging in outreach and partnerships; and recruiting and mentoring prospective applicants and participating in admissions. Research and scholarship responsibilities include conducting research in healthcare leadership and management, publishing findings, presenting at conferences and professional events, and maintaining an active presence in professional organizations and networks. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in their research, teaching, and curriculum.

Requirements

Ph.D., Ed.D., DMSc, DHS, or equivalent doctoral degree in a healthcare-related field by the appointment start date.
Demonstrated expertise in healthcare leadership and management, supported by a strong publication record and research accomplishments.
At least five years of experience in healthcare or clinical research.
At least three years of education experience, such as lecturer, preceptor, or core faculty experience.
Prior experience teaching and mentoring students in healthcare leadership or administration.
Proficiency with computer technology, including Microsoft Office, word processing, email, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to engage students in active learning and foster critical thinking.
Strong research skills, including designing and conducting studies, analyzing data, and disseminating findings.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including communicating complex concepts to diverse audiences.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with healthcare leadership practices and policies.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Commitment and ability to contribute to equity, diversity, and inclusion through research, pedagogy, and curriculum.

Responsibilities

Teach courses in healthcare leadership, management, policy, and related areas, fostering an engaging learning environment.
Develop and update course materials, syllabi, and assessments in keeping with current trends and best practices.
Advise and mentor students on academic and career paths in healthcare leadership.
Contribute to development and enhancement of the program curriculum.
Oversee and guide student thesis research, including research questions, study design, data analysis, ethical guidelines, methodology, interpretation, and scholarly writing.
Provide regular feedback and support throughout the thesis research process.
Foster an inclusive and supportive research environment that encourages independent thinking, creativity, and professionalism.
Facilitate student opportunities to present research within the program and at external conferences or symposiums.
Participate in institutional service, including academic policies, program development, and strategic planning.
Foster collaborations and interdisciplinary partnerships within the department and across disciplines.
Serve on appropriate program, department, school, college, and university committees as determined by workload.
Engage in outreach, including advisory boards, healthcare organization partnerships, and community events.
Recruit and mentor prospective applicants and participate in admissions.
Conduct research and scholarly activities related to healthcare leadership and management.
Publish research findings in reputable journals and present at conferences and professional events.
Maintain an active presence in professional organizations and networks and stay current with industry developments.
Participate in additional activities necessary to maintain Northeastern’s leadership in healthcare leadership education.