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Harvard Medical School · 1 day ago

Assistant Director of MEDscienceTECH / Lead Teacher

Boston, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Harvard Medical School is dedicated to improving health and well-being through excellence in education and innovation. They are seeking an Assistant Director of MEDscienceTECH to lead the program's growth, develop new curriculum, and represent the program in various educational and community partnerships. The role also involves teaching and mentoring within the clinical program, ensuring alignment with educational priorities.

Education

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the MEDscienceTECH Program and oversee its growth

Develop new curriculum for the MEDscienceTECH program

Implement a marketing and outreach plan to cultivate partnerships

Represent HMS MEDscience with schools and community partners

Collaborate with the leadership team to drive strategic partnership goals

Develop and implement scope and sequence for partnerships with schools

Deliver MEDscience’s clinical curriculum and tailor it for student needs

Lead and mentor less experienced teachers

Qualification

Curriculum developmentComputer scienceBiomedical engineeringPublic speakingProgram developmentEmpathyCommunication skillsLeadership

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required

Minimum of 5 years' relevant work experience

Proficiency in computer science languages (our curriculum uses Python)

Experience developing science curriculum for high school students, preferably in a hands-on format that prioritizes the development of scientific knowledge and the skills required to succeed in 21st century STEM careers

Experience as an articulate and inspiring public speaker

Creative writer and curriculum developer, with demonstrated ability to develop engaging case-based scientific content and to tailor curriculum for diverse populations of students, with varying educational backgrounds and prior relevant experience

Demonstrated experience developing and implementing new programs and leading projects

Excels at introducing innovative ideas, identifying opportunities, and working collaboratively to advance strategic priorities

Able to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and effectively prioritize time and tasks while adapting to changing needs and priorities

High level of maturity and empathy with proven ability to build strong relationships and develop trusts with colleagues and a diverse network of stakeholders (including educators, high school students, and STEM industry leaders)

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to represent organization in wide range of settings (including with senior leaders in the medtech/healthcare communities)

Preferred

Advanced science degree strongly preferred

At least 3 years of experience teaching, preferably in an urban high school setting

Leadership experience in a K-12 STEM education setting (in or out-of-school), preferably serving diverse populations of students

Benefits

Generous paid time off including parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one

Retirement plans with university contributions

Wellbeing and mental health resources

Support for families and caregivers

Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement

Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Company

Harvard Medical School

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At Harvard Medical School, our mission is to create and nurture a diverse community of the best people committed to leadership in alleviating human suffering caused by disease.

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