Consulting Project Adviser

Carnegie Mellon University; Doha; On-site; QAR 61,000 - 93,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement savings program

Tuition benefits

Paid time off and observed holidays

Life and disability insurance

Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus</

Family Concierge Team access

Fitness center access

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) is seeking applicants for a part-time Consulting Project Adviser position in Information Systems for Spring 2027. Advisers guide student teams through the undergraduate IS consulting project course, working with real clients on real projects.

This is an advising role, not a teaching role, and there is no lecture delivery.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or a master’s degree in information systems/computer science/business or a closely related field.
• Solid background in Information Systems Consulting/Project Management.
• Additional skills in IS topics in our core information systems courses and concentrations are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Advise 3–4 student IS consulting teams each term.
• Cover 75-minute in-person class meetings and all-adviser sessions.
• Attend occasional additional meetings with student teams or course faculty.

Skills

Information Systems Consulting

Project Management

Software Development

Student Mentoring

Education

Ph.D. or Master's in Information Systems/CS/Business

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) is seeking applicants for part-time Consulting Project Adviser positions in Information Systems for Spring 2027. Advisers will guide student teams through the undergraduate IS consulting project course, in which teams work with real clients on real projects. This is an advising role, not a teaching role: advisers do not deliver lectures or lead the course. We anticipate filling two adviser positions, one for each section of the course. The IS program at Carnegie Mellon is world-renowned for its contributions to practice and teaching. Our faculty members are recognized internationally for their expertise and are dedicated to postsecondary education. The Information Systems Program at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar offers an undergraduate major which aims to educate students to meet the increasing demand for Information Systems talent in Qatar, the Gulf region, and globally. For more information on our Information Systems program, visit (1) IS program at CMU–Qatar and (2) IS program at CMU-Pittsburgh. The position is based at our branch campus in Doha, Qatar (CMUQ) and offers competitive pay.

Responsibilities and Time Commitment

The time commitment is approximately 12 hours per week for 16 weeks (not counting Spring Break week). In this time, each adviser will advise 3 to 4 student teams.

• The 75-minute class meetings, held in person.
• An all-adviser meeting
• Occasional additional meetings with student teams or course faculty, as needed

What makes a good Consulting Project Adviser?

A good adviser allows the student team to lead the project and the client relationship, offering advice and encouragement and assuring the team that they can handle the difficulties that arise. The ideal adviser has deep experience advising, managing, directing, and overseeing a range of software development projects. They bring a real-world perspective to their work with student teams and genuinely care about the students, their work, and the impact they have on their community partner clients.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or a master’s degree in information systems/computer science/business or a closely related field to be considered for this appointment.
• We are specifically looking for candidates with a solid background in Information Systems Consulting/Project Management.
• Additional skills in topics related to Information Systems in our core information systems courses and concentrations are also desirable.

This temporary part-time position offers a one-semester opportunity to contribute to the university’s teaching, research, and scholarly missions at the Qatar campus. There is no expectation of extension for this position.

Benefits

• comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
• tuition benefits
• paid time off and observed holidays
• life and accidental death and disability insurance
• free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
• access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
• fitness center access
• much more

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Location

Doha, Qatar

Job Function

Academic Program Support and Coordination

Position Type

Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Full Time/Part time Part time

Equal Opportunity Statement

Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.