Full-Time Assistant/Associate Professor –Project and Operations Management (Remote)

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University of Massachusetts Global (UMass Global), a private nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts, is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). UMass Global (formerly Brandman University) offers nationally recognized academic programs for the nontraditional learner fully online and through UMass Global MyPath, its self-paced online competency-based education.

Full time faculty on 12-month contract in standard discipline
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School of Business and Professional Studies

Full-Time Assistant/Associate Professor –Project and Operations Management (Remote)

University of Massachusetts Global (UMass Global), a private nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts, is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). UMass Global offers nationally recognized, fully online academic programs for nontraditional learners. For more information, visit us at www.umassglobal.edu.

UMass Global’s mission is to provide students with a dynamic education based on excellence and flexibility that creates lasting value for evolving careers. UMass Global provides adult learners with broader access to quality higher education and cutting-edge curricula driven by innovative technology and teaching practices. 

UMass Global is seeking a dynamic, full-time faculty member to join the School of Business and Professional Studies as an Assistant or Associate Professor of Project and Operations Management. This is a 12-month position.

UMass Global’s full-time faculty responsibilities include content development, teaching, student mentoring, and institutional service. While research activities are supported, they are not required. All positions are non-tenure track and are typically hired at the rank of Assistant Professor; higher rank may be considered based on qualifications. UMass Global offers competitive salaries, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Position Overview

The faculty role includes designing and managing courses within the Project and Operations Management portfolio, teaching undergraduate and graduate-level courses, mentoring students, and adjunct faculty members, and advancing the school’s portfolio-related strategic goals in collaboration with the Dean.

Requirements for the positions are:

• Master's degree from an accredited university in Project or Operations Management or a closely related discipline
• Minimum two years of exemplary online teaching experience in higher education
• Minimum two years of experience in online course development and program management
• Experience working effectively with nontraditional adult learners
• Familiarity with current trends, best practices, and innovative practices in teaching adult learners within the discipline area
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills
• Dedication to ongoing professional development in the discipline area
• Commitment to uphold institutional policies and guidelines regarding academic integrity, student support, and assessment processes

Preferred qualifications include:

• Terminal degree from an accredited university in Project or Operations Management or a closely related discipline
• Project and/or Operations Management experience, preferably in industry, within a managerial or strategic capacity
• PMP (or equivalent) and/or PMI-ACP (or similar)
• Proficiency with common PM and agile tools, advanced spreadsheets, and basic dashboarding
• Experience in course development and management of both traditional and competency-based models

Full Time Faculty Responsibilities:

• Manage and teach courses in the Project and Operations Management portfolio, as well as other selected business courses
• Promote student success through program innovation
• Mentor and advise students to support academic and professional success
• Collaborate with faculty to maintain program quality and relevance
• Engage in institutional and school-specific service activities
• Other duties as assigned

Commitment to Student Success

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