Adjunct Lecturer positions in the Master of Science in Product Design and Development

Northwestern University is inviting applications for part-time Adjunct Lecturer positions in the Master of Science in Product Design and Development. The role involves planning and teaching courses in the designated field, ensuring student success, and maintaining professional conduct and development.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and teach assigned courses at assigned class meetings, based on course catalog description and approved course outline
• Prepare and objectively grade class assignments and exams within a timely manner, in accordance with course outcomes
• Maintain accurate, transparent student records
• Assist and foster student success through the maintenance of regularly scheduled office hours and timely responses to e-mail inquiries
• Adhere to all administrative university policies such as the timely submission of completed midterm and final grades
• Maintain appropriate professional development to stay current within assigned courses
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics; and
• Other duties as assigned by contract and/or by the Course Coordinator including assessing course(s) taught for continuous improvement

Requirements:

• Extensive professional experience and achievement in Product Design management
• Academic background in Engineering, Product Design, Business, Engineering, relevant Design disciplines, or a closely related field
• Teaching experience at the college level
• Solid verbal and written communications skills
• Academic background in Engineering, Product Design, Business, Engineering, relevant Design disciplines, or a closely related field at the college level
• Familiarity with learning management systems (eg Canvas)