AI for Project Management Program Lead

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 6,150 - 13,600; Part time

Job summary

University of Minnesota is seeking a part‑time, non‑tenured Program Lead for AI in Project Management within Professional Development and Lifelong Learning. You will design and revise curriculum, align courses with program outcomes, and advise course SMEs and instructors to ensure industry relevance.

Prioritize diversity and inclusive teaching practices. The role involves collaborating with course developers, instructors, and industry experts to create a 2–4 course, non‑credit certificate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Four years of work experience related to the subject matter.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Deep knowledge of AI for project management.
• Ability to explain concepts to help others learn.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback to learners.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and revise program curriculum, including descriptions, outcomes and course lists.
• Annually review and revise program and course materials based on feedback and industry changes.
• Collaborate with instructors to align courses with program outcomes.
• Advise course SMEs and instructors; participate in searches for SMEs and instructors.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Explain concepts clearly

Provide learner feedback

AI for project management knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

The AI for Project Management Program Lead is a temporary, part‑time, non‑tenured position for our Professional Development and Lifelong Learning Programs. The Program Lead is responsible for aligning the program with the skill needs in the program's industry or occupation. This will include participating in interviews with other industry experts, recommending program‑level curriculum (program name, description, outcomes; course outcomes), participating in course developer and instructor search committees, advising course developers and instructors, and recommending program and course revisions.

The AI for Project Management certificate will be a non‑credit certificate program consisting of 2–4 courses. Each course will be 4–8 weeks in length and include 4–5 hours of asynchronous learning per week and a 60–90 minute Zoom session each week. Information will be delivered using asynchronous media (e.g., recorded video) and synchronous sessions for interactive conversation and application. Learners will be assessed using authentic assessments that simulate real‑world application of skills.

Note: We are not offering H‑1B or Green Card sponsorship for this position.

Major Job Responsibilities

Design and Revise Program Curriculum (70%)

• Create and update program description.
• Create and update clear, succinct, and measurable program outcomes.
• Create and update a list of required and/or elective courses in the program.
• Write course descriptions and outcomes so the courses are aligned with the program outcomes.
• Annually review and revise the program‑level curriculum, including the program description, program outcomes, the list of required and/or elective courses, course names, descriptions, and outcomes.
• Annually review each course in the program and collaborate with instructors to make changes based on learner feedback, instructor feedback, and industry changes.
• Follow the requirements laid out in the course development handbook.
• Assist with developing solutions for workforce development clients.

Advise Course SMEs and Instructors (30%)

• Collaborate with course SMEs and instructors to programmatically align courses.
• Participate in course SME and instructor searches as appropriate.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Four years of work experience related to the subject matter.
• Demonstrated commitment, knowledge, and skills to promote a climate supportive of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Deep knowledge of the use of AI for project management.
• Ability to explain concepts in ways that help others learn.
• Ability to provide feedback that encourages and helps learners develop knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree and at least six or more years of work experience related to the subject matter.
• Knowledge of curriculum design and adult learning principles.
• Ability to evaluate assessments (e.g., course projects) to determine if they demonstrate achievement of course learning outcomes.
• Experience teaching adult learners in both live and asynchronous contexts.
• Experience developing and/or teaching topics related to the use of AI for project management.
• Experience developing or revising adult education programs (credit or non‑credit).

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: During the design phase of the program (4 months), this will be a .08 FTE appointment. Compensation for this 4‑month phase is $2,050.

If the program is approved for development, the appointment may be extended to an annual appointment at .05 FTE. Compensation for the annual appointment is $4,200/yr.

The Program Lead may also be appointed to develop and teach one or more courses in the program for additional pay if the program is approved for development. The additional pay for course development and instruction will depend on the length of the course as determined in the program design phase. Current course development and instruction compensation rates are:

• $4,000 ($2,162) for 20‑hour (2 CEU) courses.
• $5,400 ($2,713) for 30‑hour (3 CEU) courses.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor‑Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.