Open Rank Teaching Professor – MS, Analytics/Project Management
(San Jose
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About the Opportunity
About Northeastern:
Northeastern University is a global, experiential and leading
research university, built on a tradition of engagement with
business, industry and communities to create a distinctive approach
to education, research and service. Located in one of the most
beautiful cities in Canada, the Toronto campus is vibrant and
stimulating and provides exciting opportunities to grow, learn and
to make significant contributions. The College of Professional
Studies offers innovative and flexible programs that allow adult
learners and working professionals to complete their degrees. CPS
offers associate, bachelor’s degree, certificate programs and
post-baccalaureate programs in fast-growing fields such as
biotechnology, leadership, business administration, finance,
project management, information technology and management. Degrees
are delivered in full or part-time formats and courses are offered
in a variety of on-campus and online options.
The College of Professional Studies is one of nine colleges of
Northeastern University, a nationally ranked private research
university. Founded in 1960, the College provides lifelong
experiential learning that unleashes the capacities of aspiring
individuals in all stages and walks of life. The College teaches
undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students on campus and online
in more than 90 programs.
About the Opportunity:
The Master of Science in Project Management program is one of the
largest Project Management programs in North America and is a GAC®
(Global Accreditation Center) accredited by the Project Management
Institute, Inc. The Master of Professional Studies in Analytics
prepares students to analyze data and identify trends to support
tactical and strategic decision making. Classes in both programs
are offered in an online or hybrid format across our network of
campuses.
Faculty members teach in an online and hybrid environment with a
diverse student body. The successful candidate must demonstrate
strong teaching abilities and a dedication to continued improvement
as an educator.
The position is a full-time, open rank, non-tenure track, renewable
appointment located in San Jose, CA
Responsibilities:
This full-time faculty member is expected to bring their
intellectual and creative capacity to bear in advancement of the
program, seeking to serve students by participating in a range of
teaching and non-teaching activities that support the advancement
of the program. They will teach a full teaching load spread
throughout the year and will work with the program office on
administrative issues and programmatic projects.
Faculty enjoy a collegial work environment that allows for
work-life balance and are expected to be available to students
online as needed.
Teaching & Curricular Oversight (approximately 70% of
time)
• In conjunction with the Program Lead, develop and implement
course learning outcomes, curriculum maps, resource guides,
textbooks, syllabi templates, and updated course materials;
includes campus-specific coursework as desired.
• Oversee the instruction of specific courses within the
curriculum. Responsibilities include supporting the Program Lead in
the selection of part-time instructors, advising on syllabi, and
evaluating part-time instructor performance.
• Identify and provide recommendations to keep curriculum
relevant and industry-leading.
• Work with the Program Lead to ensure regional
license/accreditation requirements are met.
• Participate in comprehensive evaluations and periodic reviews
as required by the campus in which the campus operates.
Teaching and actual course load may vary with other
responsibilities, which include, but are not limited to:
Program & Campus Support (approximately 20% of
time)
In consultation with the Program Lead:
• Program Representation
• Leverage professional networks and create local events to
increase program, college, & University brand.
• Create and provide oversight of program/industry advisory
boards.
• Represent the program in campus meetings, special events, open
houses, and orientations.
• Represent program in campus accreditation reviews and
renewals.
• Student Support
• Act as the third line of support for student curriculum/faculty
escalations (supporting Program Lead and course Principal
Instructor).
• Serve as faculty sponsor for student-led events and networking
opportunities.
• Faculty Support
• Recruit and vet qualified candidates for part-time faculty
positions, coordinate with Program Lead for secondary interviews
and to complete the hiring process with HR.
• Join campus onboarding meetings for new faculty to provide a
face for the program.
Scholarship and Service to the University (approximately
10% of time)
• Participate in program and faculty committee meetings as
applicable.
• Serve on committees that support the mission of the program and
the vision of the College and wider University.
Travel
• In addition to supporting the campus, occasional travel may be
required to the University’s global network of campuses.
• Examples of required travel include the annual CPS Graduation
and Faculty Conference.
• The potential for transnational work is also possible.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate must demonstrate strong teaching abilities
and a dedication to continued improvement as an educator.
Experience teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels,
teaching and developing in-person and online courses, and proven
success in working with global learners are desired
attributes.
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and
characteristics:
• A terminal degree from an accredited institution either in
project management, analytics, or a related field by appointment
start date.
• An active Project Management Professional (PMP®) or similar
credential.
• 10+ years of professional experience at the project manager
level.
• 3+ years of professional experience in advanced analytics or
data science.
• Demonstrated understanding of the broader project management
community and the range of project management maturity levels of
organizations.
• Demonstrate a dedication to continued improvement as an
educator and a desire to align with the scholar-practitioner
model.
Preferred Qualifications:
It is highly desirable that candidates have a track record of
presenting to Project Management Chapters, Interest Groups, and
other Industry groups on project management topics. Fluency in R
and Python as well as familiarity with commonly used tools and
techniques in analytics is a major plus (Tableau, Spark, SQL,
etc.)
Additional Information:
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking
to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and
staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its
forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect
that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. To
learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support
of diversity and inclusion, please see
www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
Applicants should submit materials including a letter of interest,
vitae, and contact information for three professional references.
In your cover letter, please discuss how you can support our
commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for all faculty,
staff, and students. Please direct questions to Serge Kovela at
[email protected].
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking
to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and
staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its
forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect
that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. To
learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support
of diversity and inclusion, please see
www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
The expected hiring range for Assistant Teaching Professor is USD
$76,500 to USD $108,300, based upon the position’s scope and
responsibilities. The expected hiring range for Associate Teaching
Professor is USD $83,700 to USD $138,300 based upon the position’s
scope and responsibilities. The expected hiring range for Full
Teaching Professor is USD $114,300 to USD $160,700 based upon the
position’s scope and responsibilities.
Position Type
Academic
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work
experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit
eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid
time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as
well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/
for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking
to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and
staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its
forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect
that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law.
To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and
support of diversity and inclusion, please see
www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
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