Position Title:
Assistant Director of Biomedical Programs
Compensation:
$57,000 - $60,000
Department:
Biology
About this opportunity:
The Department of Biology at Ball State University invites
applications for a full-time Assistant Director of the Biomedical
Sciences Program. This is a full-time, in-person, 12-month
professional position.
The Department of Biology is one of the largest and most
academically active units within the College of Sciences and
Humanities. Building on a long record of excellence in teaching,
research, and service, the department provides rigorous, hands-on
programs that prepare students for success in the biological and
biomedical sciences.
Students in the biomedical sciences constitute about 40% of the
nearly 850+ majors in the Biology Department. Career readiness,
mentoring, and advising are all key elements of our students’
journey.
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be
employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
What you'll do and what you'll bring:
Position Function:
The primary responsibility for this position is to assist with
implementing the Biomedical Sciences program. This includes guiding
and managing the program as well as mentoring and advising
undergraduates in the program and performing other duties as
assigned by the Department Chairperson.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach and assist in the career readiness courses in career
readiness courses.
- Advise students on academics and professional school
application preparedness.
- Develop and deliver workshops, guest speakers, and other
professional development opportunities in line with the focus of
student programs.
Coordinate with the undergraduate curriculum coordinator on
program changes and requirements.
Participate in recruitment and retention events (may include
some evenings and weekends).
Support the Director with data gathering, analysis, and report
generation.
Stay up to date with trends and changes in professional schools
and pre-health professions advising via trainings, workshops, and
webinars.
Perform additional related duties as assigned by the Department
Chairperson.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Biology, biomedical sciences, or a related
field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.
- At least one year of managerial experience in the biomedical or
related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Doctoral degree in Biology, biomedical sciences, or a related
field from an accredited institution.
- Experience teaching or advising at the university level.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and experience working with diverse
learners.
- Familiarity with the application processes for health
professions programs and schools.
- Experience partnering with biomedical agencies.
How to apply:
For inquiries, please contact: Dr. Tim Carter at
tccarter@bsu.edu.
Please follow the upload instructions to attach all of the required
documents listed below:
NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume.
- Cover letter
- Resume or CV
Applications must be received before 12:01 AM on September 24,
2026.
What we offer:
At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing
professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why
we offer paid 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and 10 holidays a
year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's
most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental
insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as
well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security
to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on
your work and personal growth without worrying about the
unexpected.
When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of
your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or
children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. We do the
same for you. In fact, we'll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs
for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your
graduate tuition. This offer is good from the very first day you
start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.
Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.
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