Assistant Professor, Project Management

Bellevue University, the largest private, non-profit University in Nebraska, is seeking a full-time faculty member to fill the Assistant Professor of Project Management position in the College of Science and Technology. This position is best filled by a well-rounded project management professional/educator/scholar. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate experience with managing projects using appropriate techniques and tools to initiate, plan, execute, monitor and control, and close projects. Additional responsibilities may include curriculum development and oversight of adjunct faculty.

Performance Functions:

• Enthusiastically teach project management courses at the bachelor and master's level.

• Motivate students to develop their project management skills and expand their knowledge of the field.

• Actively engage with students and provide constructive feedback on assignments.

• Actively engage with students in the course discussion forum to expand on course content, answer questions, and/or provide assistance.

• Develop and maintain curricula at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Actively participate in program assessment, student advising, and committee/community service.

• Select and manage adjunct instructors for assigned courses.

• Other duties as assigned by the Dean, or Assistant Dean.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Master's degree in Project Management, other management area, or related degree required; Ph.D. desired.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification strongly preferred.

• Familiarity with the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)

• Industry experience at the project manager level desired, with responsibility for managing all aspects of the project lifecycle.

• Previous online teaching experience is desired.

• Experience using the Blackboard learning management system is preferred.

• Authorized to work lawfully in the United States without the need for sponsorship for employment visa.

Pay & Benefits:

• The yearly starting salary for this role ranges from $65,000 - $80,000.

• Bellevue University full-time faculty enjoy a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 403(b) retirement, and tuition remission.

NOTE: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

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