Lecturer, Project Management

Overview

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Job Title: Lecturer, Project Management

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job : 286299

The Department of Management and Information Systems in the Mike Cottrell College of Business (MCCB) at the University of North Georgia invites applicants for the position of Lecturer in Project Management for the  academic year. The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate courses on multiple UNG campuses. There may be an opportunity to teach in the graduate program.

• Use innovative teaching and learning techniques to provide high-quality Project Management (PM) and related courses.
• Engage beyond the classroom with students as advisor to the PM Club, preparing students for PM Certifications, and identifying related activities to showcase student achievements.
• Partner with the business community, including the Atlanta Chapter of PMI, for sponsor ships for student competitions, providing internships, participating in job fairs, and in other ways connecting with students.
• Provide leadership for the growth of the Project Management program.
• Participate as an active, contributing member to the service activities of the College.

• A master’s degree in areas related to Project Management, preferably from an AACSB-accredited institution, required at the time of hire. MBA or related master’s degree with substantial and significant experience in project management may be considered.
• Recent substantive and significant industry experience relevant to Project Management and related areas.
• Preference will be given to those applicants who have a record of excellent teaching and business engagement in the areas of Project Management and commitment to business education. Certification in Project Management is desirable.

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references

• Knowledge of teaching and learning practices
• Knowledge of theoretical and applied concepts of Project Management
• Passion for working with students to develop their skills and expertise
• Ability to demonstrate best practices of written and oral communication
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative team

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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

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