Adjunct Lecturer, Technology Integration in Project Management (Fall '26)

Columbia University • New York, NY

77d • $10,000 - $15,000

About The Position

Columbia University School of Professional Studies seeks industry professionals for the role of adjunct Lecturer to develop and teach Technology Integration in Project Management, a core course in the school’s new M.S. in Project Management program. The program equips individuals with the strategic, analytical, and leadership skills essential for a successful career managing complex projects across industries and borders. The course of Technology Integration in Project Management explores the integration of technology into modern project management, equipping students with the skills to navigate digital transformation and technology adoption in complex project environments. Students will gain hands-on experience with project management information systems (PMIS) and enterprise platforms such as MS Project, Asana, Trello, SAP, and Oracle Primavera, while also learning to leverage AI, automation, and data analytics tools like Power BI to enhance decision-making and performance monitoring. The course emphasizes the use of agile and hybrid methodologies supported by tech-enabled tools, preparing students to lead projects with efficiency, adaptability, and innovation in digitally driven organizations.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in engineering (e.g., civil, mechanical, or industrial), construction management, project management, operations research, technology management, business analytics, or data science (with a project management focus)
• At least 8 years of experience in roles such as IT Project Manager, Technology Consultant, Digital Transformation Lead, or Systems Engineer
• Hands-on experience with software selection, implementation, and integration in a project setting
• Experience in cross-functional technology deployment across sectors (e.g., construction, manufacturing, tech, services)
• PMP or equivalent certifications preferred
• A passion for teaching, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to connect academic material to contemporary industry practices

Nice To Haves

• A terminal degree in one of the above mentioned disciplines
• 2+ years graduate-level university teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Lead in-person class lectures, instructional activities, and classroom discussions
• Evaluate student work and grade assignments
• Monitor student concerns and inquiries, and be the first point of contact for student questions
• Hold weekly office hours
• Prepare, maintain, and enhance the course in Canvas, Columbia University’s learning management system for onsite and online courses
• Attend Project Management faculty meetings
• If assigned to design the course, develop course objectives that align with program-wide learning outcomes
• Create activity maps tying course activities to objectives, ensuring industry relevance
• Draft a detailed syllabus for review and approval by the Program Curriculum Committee and the Committee on Instruction (COI)
• Collaborate with Instructional Design to develop course materials through a consultative process

Benefits

• Compensation Range - $10,000 - $15,000 per semester-length course

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees