What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Microcredential Course Developer: Project Management Essentials for STEM Teams position at Brandeis University?
Bring Your Expertise to a Cutting-Edge Online Learning Experience
Brandeis University’s Rabb School of Continuing Studies is seeking a talented academic to design and build a 10–15 hour online, asynchronous micro credential course leading to the micro credential Project Management Essentials for STEM Teams.
This short-format program will empower learners to master the essential skills needed to lead and collaborate effectively on STEM-focused projects—combining real-world application, industry best practices, and flexible learning design.
What You Will Do:
- Designing a structured, engaging asynchronous course (10–15 hours total learning time) using real-world examples.
- Building assessments and rubrics to measure applied learning.
- Creating multimedia content—videos, case studies, simulations, and worksheets.
- Ensuring accessibility compliance (WCAG standards).
- Collaborating with Brandeis instructional designers to refine learner experience.
- Recommending industry-current tools, templates, and PM practices.
- Incorporating tech-enhanced features like adaptive pathways or gamification when appropriate.
What You Bring:
- Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred) in project management, a STEM discipline, organizational leadership, or a related field.
- 2 years managing projects in STEM environments
- At least 1 year of teaching or training experience (preferably online/asynchronous).
- Familiarity with project management software and tracking tools.
- Organized with a focus on learner impact.
- Comfort with LMS platforms and digital authoring tools.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience designing online training programs or micro-credentials.
- Familiarity with Moodle LMS.
- Knowledge of adaptive learning, or scenario-based instructional design.
Details:
- Fully remote (U.S.-based applicants only, no visa sponsorships)
- 6-week development timeline (~25 total hours)
- Compensation: $1,000
Why This Role Matters
In just a few weeks, your expertise will help shape a learning experience that gives STEM professionals the tools they need to manage projects with clarity, agility, and measurable impact. You’ll work with a forward-thinking team committed to creating accessible, high-quality, and relevant professional education.
In just a few weeks, your expertise will help shape a learning experience that gives STEM professionals the tools they need to manage projects with clarity, agility, and measurable impact. You’ll work with a forward-thinking team committed to creating accessible, high-quality, and relevant professional education.
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Ready to design a microcredential that equips STEM teams for success? Submit your resume, cover letter, and a brief portfolio or sample of instructional design work.
Ready to design a microcredential that equips STEM teams for success? Submit your resume, cover letter, and a brief portfolio or sample of instructional design work.
Pay Range Disclosure
The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.
Equal Opportunity Statement
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