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- Summary of the position
The Freelance Lecturer at Berlin School of Business and Innovation (all campuses, all faculties) will be the principle academic contact and leader for the assigned Course/Unit/Module/ Dissertation/ Project/ Internship. Please note that there is no differentiation in the standards or requirements of the tasks for Freelance or Fulltime faculty. The Freelance arrangement is just a mode of engagement to offer you greater flexibility.
Responsibilities
- As a Freelance Lecturer, you will be requested to contribute to one or more of the following:
- A. Teaching
- B. Research Supervision
- C. Combination of Teaching and Research
- Depending on the tasks assigned and as per the accepted terms and conditions, as specified in your contract, you will be required to perform the following tasks:
- Teaching the assigned academic modules according to the curriculum and as per the agreed timetable.
- Amending or designing and developing a new curriculum for a Course/Unit/Module, if required.
- Creating learning material including power point presentations and other supporting material, as per the requirements.
- Providing consultation and mentoring to students.
- Ensuring the guidance required to students for development of relevant skills as per the objectives and learning outcomes of the Course/Unit/Module.
- Preparing students for summative assessment through guidance and formative assessment, as applicable.
- Communicate effectively with students and providing regular feedback about learning.
- Playing a proactive role in promoting the school through academic activities and thought leadership.
- Monitoring student performance or assisting students in academic environments, such as classrooms, laboratories, internships or projects.
- Supervising Dissertations/ Projects/ Internship as per the prescribed standards.
- Participating in School’s activities as assigned by the Dean of the Faculty and/or Chief Academic Officer.
- Your tasks:
- In line with the job responsibilities described earlier, your tasks mainly be one or more of the following as assigned by the Dean of the Faculty/ Chief Academic Officer:
- Conducting Teaching Session
- Mentoring and guiding students for accomplishing the desired learning outcomes
- Supervising Dissertation
- Guiding Projects and Internship activities
- Preparation of Assignments and Tasks Descriptions for Assessment
- Examination and Evaluation related work
- Mentoring students and providing them regular feedback
- Creating learning material and supporting resources
- Any other academic tasks as assigned and mutually agreed.
- Your profile
- Essential:
- PhD or equivalent qualification with evidence of theoretical/ practical knowledge in your domain of expertise.
- Strong knowledge of practical tools and techniques, if applicable, in your domain od knowledge.
- Very good knowledge of Windows OS, of MS Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Fluent in spoken and written English (C2 level).
- Very good organisational and communication skills.
- High social competence and assertiveness.
- Maintaining an overview even with high workloads.
- Resilient and flexible.
- Desirable:
- Scientific publications in a related discipline.
- Prior teaching experience in higher education at the University level.
- Professional experience in your field of expertise.
- Knowledge of Educational Platforms (i.e., Canvas, Blackboard etc.).
- Sound knowledge of study regulations and rules.
- Why us?
- An international environment with a multicultural audience and a meaningful social impact
- Support in achieving your professional goals and development
- Extensive training to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel
- Work in a young, dynamic and positive culture that fosters collaboration
- Be at the forefront of an exciting educational opportunity, leading the way forward and growing with BSBI
- Interested?
- Please ensure your application is submitted in English and includes the following documents: CV, Cover Letter, References, and your possible start date