Position Overview: Brandeis University's Graduate Professional Studies (GPS) invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty position to teach Leadership in Industry, a 3-credit online course within the Master of Science in Applied Leadership program. This course explores the complexities of leadership across diverse industries, addressing key trends, challenges, and strategies for effective management and innovation. The instructor will deliver high-quality, engaging course content that integrates theoretical insights, applied exercises, and real-world case studies to develop studentsâ™ critical leadership competencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Course Development and Delivery: Design and teach course materials focusing on leadership theories and frameworks, addressing topics such as digital transformation, globalization, workforce diversity, and sustainability.

• Case Studies and Applications: Incorporate real-life examples and case studies to help students evaluate and respond to industry-specific leadership dilemmas.

• Student Engagement: Foster a collaborative and inclusive online learning environment, guiding students in developing adaptive leadership strategies that foster innovation, resilience, and organizational success.

• Assessment: Develop assignments and assessments that measure student understanding of leadership challenges and their ability to apply ethical decision-making and strategic problem-solving.

• Continuous Improvement: Integrate emerging trends and advancements into course content to ensure relevance and alignment with program goals.

Qualifications:

• Required:

  • Advanced degree (Masterâ™s or Ph.D.) in Organizational Leadership, Business Administration, or a related field.

  • Professional experience in leadership roles within diverse industries or sectors.

  • Strong knowledge of strategic thinking, ethical decision-making, and change management in the context of industry challenges.

  • Excellent communication and teaching skills in an online learning environment.

• Preferred:

  • Prior teaching experience at the graduate level or conducting professional leadership training.

  • Familiarity with online education platforms and course development tools.

  • Published work or professional presentations on leadership, innovation, or related topics.

About the Course: Leadership in Industry is designed to equip students with advanced leadership skills, focusing on effective management and innovation in dynamic, globalized environments. Through applied exercises and interactive discussions, students will explore leadership strategies to navigate contemporary challenges across industries.

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.

This appointment is to a position that is in a collective bargaining unit represented by SEIU Local 509. 

About Brandeis University

As a medium-sized private research university with global reach, we are dedicated to first-rate undergraduate education while making groundbreaking discoveries. Four major academic units with 3,600 undergraduates and 2,050 graduate students comprise the University: the College of Arts and Sciences, the Heller School for Social Policy and Management, the International Business School, and the Rabb School of Continuing Studies. In 1985, Brandeis was elected to membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), which represents the 62 leading research universities in the United States and Canada. Brandeis has been ranked among the top 35 national universities by U.S. News & World Report every year since the rankings’ inception. Our 235-acre campus is located in the suburbs of Boston, a global hub for higher education and innovation. Our faculty are leaders in their fields, as passionate about teaching and mentorship as they are about pushing the boundaries of knowledge. Our students are motivated, compassionate, curious and open to exploring new and challenging experiences. Brandeis was founded in 1948 as a nonsectarian university under the sponsorship of th...e American Jewish community to embody its highest ethical and cultural values and to express its gratitude to the United States through the traditional Jewish commitment to education. By being a nonsectarian university that welcomes students, teachers and staff of every nationality, religion and orientation, Brandeis renews the American heritage of cultural diversity, equal access to opportunity and freedom of expression.

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