Part-time Lecturer - Undergraduate Professional Development

University of Texas at Dallas; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Texas at Dallas seeks part-time lecturers for undergraduate professional development courses. Courses cover personal branding, career research, resumes, LinkedIn, networking, and interview techniques, with emphasis on communication and presentation skills.

Instructors may integrate generative AI tools to enhance job-search preparation and market awareness. Ideal candidates hold a graduate degree (MBA preferred) and have experience in professional development or corporate teaching.

Qualifications

• Earned graduate degree in relevant discipline or related field.
• Experience in professional development, career counseling, or job-search guidance is preferred.
• Familiarity with generative AI tools and their educational use is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person professional development courses for undergraduates.
• Update weekly PowerPoint decks and course materials.
• Guide students on personal branding, resumes, LinkedIn, and interview skills.
• Incorporate AI tools to help research careers and strengthen portfolios.
• Provide office hours and engage with students to support learning.

Skills

Career development

Job search strategies

Generative AI tools

Public speaking

Education

Graduate degree

MBA

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

Posting Details

• Posting Number: F01170P
• Position Title: Part-time Lecturer - Undergraduate Professional Development
• Functional Title: Part-time Lecturer - Undergraduate Professional Development
• Department: Management
• Pay Basis: Monthly
• Position Status: Regular part-time
• Location: Richardson
• Posting Open Date: 09/08/2026
• Posting Close Date: 08/31/2027
• Open Until Filled: No

Job Summary

The Jindal School of Management Undergraduate Programs seeks part-time lecturers to teach required professional development courses for undergraduate students in the Naveen Jindal School of Management. These courses assist students in understanding their personal brand, researching companies and careers, creating resumes and LinkedIn profiles, developing networking skills, mastering job interview techniques, and acquiring other vital skills for success in internships and job searches. Additionally, the courses emphasize interpersonal communication, business presentation skills, and leveraging artificial intelligence tools to gain a competitive edge in the job market.

Minimum Education and Experience

An earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline/topic and a record of productivity and professional achievement.

Preferred Education and Experience

Minimum Education and Experience

• An earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline/topic and a record of productivity and achievement in a professional environment.

Preferred Education and Experience

• MBA with business school or corporate teaching experience
• Progressive corporate experience and a broad knowledge of business.
• Knowledge of professional development, career counseling, job search strategies, and current job market trends.
• Working knowledge of generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) in educational or professional contexts
• Working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint or other slide presentation software

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach in-person professional development classes for business school undergraduates.
• Update weekly PowerPoint presentation decks
• Maintain contact with student population in the classroom and via electronic learning and communication platforms (Canvas, MS Teams, MS Outlook, etc)
• Teach students how to use generative artificial intelligence tools to research careers and companies and to strengthen job search portfolios (resumes, LinkedIn, cover letters, elevator pitch, etc.)
• Hold in-person or virtual office hours for students
• Manage the work of a teaching assistant (if available)
• Communicate with the Director of Professional Development regarding student engagement and grading issues
• Collaborate with the Business Communication Center, the Career Management Center, and the Undergraduate Programs department regarding student engagement opportunities
• Contribute assessment information and data as requested through the administration and the Assessment Team
• Participate in course evaluation surveys.

Additional Information

Lecturers teach one or more undergraduate and/or graduate sections in a given term. Appointments carry no guarantee or expectation of renewal or tenure.

Note to Applicants: This is a continuous job posting, and hiring for this role occurs at various times throughout the year based on business and academic needs. As a result, applicants may not receive an immediate response after submitting an application.

Important Message

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.