[Hiring] Adjunct Instructor in Commercial Operations in Biotechnology @Brandeis University

Role Description

Brandeis University's Graduate Professional Studies (GPS) is looking for an industry leader to teach in our Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology & Enterprise program.

Course Title: Commercial Operations in Biotechnology

This course provides an overview of commercial strategy in the biotech sector, covering:

• Market access
• Sales operations
• Product launch planning
• Pricing strategies

Students will learn how cross-functional commercial teams work with R&D and regulatory departments to bring biotech products to market successfully.

Qualifications

• Current active employment in the relevant biotech or pharmaceutical industry
• Deep knowledge of course-specific applications and industry practices
• Ph.D., M.D., or M.B.A.
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Previous teaching experience or experience delivering professional training (Preferred)
• Familiarity with online instructional tools and platforms (Preferred)

Requirements

• Design a syllabus following program chair guidance and the syllabus template
• Create content aligned with course outcomes, integrating personal expertise
• Facilitate online discussions and provide timely, relevant feedback
• Maintain the course site and update content in the Moodle LMS
• Provide tools and templates for market analysis, forecasting, and sales planning
• Lead simulations of product launches and go-to-market strategy execution

Benefits

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster student engagement
• Written communication skills, especially for online learning
• Ability to manage time effectively and respond promptly to students
• Deep understanding of biotech sales operations, product marketing, and market access strategies

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

• A cover letter highlighting relevant qualifications and teaching experience
• A current CV or resume
• Contact information for three professional references
• (Optional) Examples of teaching materials or professional publications related to leadership and industry innovation

Compensation

Compensation for this position is $6573.15.

The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").