Adjunct Faculty - Making Medical Devices (MSBT Program)

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• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;

With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

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Posting Number ACAD536 Job Title Adjunct Faculty - Making Medical Devices (MSBT Program) Position Title Adjunct Faculty - Making Medical Devices (MSBT Program) Position Type Faculty Number of vacancies 1 Salary Commensurate with experience Department Micro/Biochem/Immun (MBI) Position Summary

Morehouse School of Medicine is seeking candidates for online Adjunct Faculty for Master of Science in Biotechnology program. The mission of MSM is to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities, increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce, and address primary health care through programs in education, research, and service.

Preferred states: GA, KY, TN, WA, CA

The Master of Science in Biotechnology (MSBT) Program at Morehouse School of Medicine invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty position to teach Making Medical Devices (3 credit hours), an elective graduate-level course focused on medical device innovation, development, and commercialization.

This course introduces students to the design process, analytical tools, and strategic techniques required to address complex and multidimensional challenges in medical device development. Students explore the full innovation pathway from laboratory discovery and prototype development to regulatory review, commercialization, and post-market considerations. Emphasis is placed on understanding stakeholder perspectives, navigating competing priorities, and influencing decision-making across the medical device lifecycle.

The successful candidate will bring expertise in medical device development, biomedical innovation, translational research, engineering, regulatory affairs, commercialization, or related fields and demonstrate a commitment to graduate education and interdisciplinary learning.

Course Description

Making Medical Devices is designed to introduce students to the design process, tools, and techniques used to approach complex problems involving medical device development. Innovations originating in the laboratory move through multiple phases before, during, and after commercialization, with each phase involving stakeholders who possess unique priorities and values.

The course guides students through stakeholder needs from bench-top discovery to final product launch. Students learn to understand, integrate, and navigate these diverse perspectives while developing strategies to influence decision-makers throughout development and commercialization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Adjunct Faculty member will:

• Develop and deliver engaging graduate-level instruction for the Making Medical Devices course
• Design and maintain course materials, including lectures, case studies, assignments, and assessments
• Introduce students to medical device design principles, innovation processes, and product development frameworks
• Teach topics related to translational research, prototyping, regulatory pathways, quality systems, reimbursement, commercialization, and post-market considerations
• Facilitate discussion regarding stakeholder engagement, including patients, clinicians, engineers, regulators, investors, manufacturers, and industry leaders
• Integrate real-world examples and current trends in medical device innovation and commercialization
• Mentor and advise students on team-based projects and problem-solving approaches
• Assess student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback
• Maintain accurate academic records and submit grades according to MSM policies and deadlines
• Participate in program meetings and collaborate with MSBT leadership to ensure course quality and alignment with program outcomes
• Foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment consistent with MSM's educational mission and values

Appointment Terms

This is a part-time Adjunct Faculty appointment for instruction of a 3-credit-hour elective course within the MSBT Program. Appointment terms, compensation, and teaching modality will be determined in accordance with Morehouse School of Medicine policies and program needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree, PhD, MD, MS, or equivalent professional degree in Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Medical Device Development, Regulatory Science, Translational Medicine, Life Sciences, or a related field
• Professional experience in medical device development, biomedical innovation, regulatory affairs, product development, healthcare technology, or commercialization
• Demonstrated expertise relevant to medical device design and commercialization processes
• Strong communication and teaching skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior graduate-level teaching or mentoring experience
• Industry experience involving medical device design, FDA regulatory processes, intellectual property, quality systems, reimbursement, or commercialization
• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams and stakeholder engagement
• Record of innovation, entrepreneurship, translational research, or product development
• Experience with online or hybrid teaching platforms preferred

Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

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Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

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Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements

It is MSM's Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your date of availability?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What is the highest level of education you have completed?
• Terminal degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., J.D. or other) from a regionally accredited college or university
• Masters degree from a regionally accredited college or univeristy
• Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• Associate's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• High School diploma or GED
• My college degrees were conferred but are not accredited or recognized by the Dept. of Education

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Optional Documents

• Professional License
• Other Document