Position Overview: Brandeis University's Graduate Professional Studies (GPS) invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty position to teach Industry Leadership Capstone, a 3-credit online course within the Master of Science in Applied Leadership program. This course serves as a culminating, applied-learning experience where students synthesize their knowledge and leadership skills to address real-world challenges or opportunities in industry leadership. The instructor will guide students through research-driven projects that integrate leadership principles, industry best practices, and innovative strategies, with an emphasis on actionable, professional solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Course Development and Delivery: Design and deliver course content that supports students in developing, executing, and presenting leadership projects addressing industry-specific challenges or opportunities.

• Project Supervision: Provide mentorship and guidance to students as they engage in research-driven, hands-on projects, ensuring alignment with course objectives and professional standards.

• Student Engagement: Foster a collaborative and inclusive online learning environment where students refine leadership strategies, leverage interdisciplinary knowledge, and apply industry best practices.

• Assessment: Evaluate student projects and presentations based on rigor, creativity, and practical applicability to professional settings.

• Continuous Improvement: Incorporate emerging leadership trends and industry insights into the capstone experience to maintain relevance and impact.

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, with a focus on strategic problem-solving and innovation.

  • Strong knowledge of interdisciplinary leadership practices, project execution, and stakeholder communication.

  • Effective communication and teaching skills, particularly in an online learning environment.

• Preferred:

  • Prior teaching experience at the graduate level or supervising capstone projects.

  • Familiarity with online education platforms and instructional design.

  • Published work or professional presentations on leadership strategy or industry innovation.

About the Course: The Industry Leadership Capstone allows students to synthesize their leadership knowledge and skills by addressing significant challenges or opportunities within an industry-specific context. Through applied learning and research-driven projects, students develop innovative, evidence-based solutions and communicate their strategies effectively to diverse stakeholders.

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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