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**Job Title:** Graduate Professional Studies, Adjunct Faculty
**Course:** Python for Robotics and AI
**Location:** Online

Brandeis Universitys Graduate Professional Studies (GPS) is looking for an industry leader to develop and teach in our Robotic Software Engineering Masters Program. Brandeis University is consistently ranked among the nations top universities, and our online courses are developed using best practices in online learning. Information about [Brandeis University](http://www.brandeis.edu) and [Graduate Professional Studies](http://www.brandeis.edu/gps/index.html) can be found online. 

**About the course:** 
We are currently looking to hire an adjunct instructor for RBOT 225: Python for Robotics and AI. This course will introduce the language and provide a tour of some of the common libraries such as numpy, scipy, pandas, matplotlib, JUPYTER notebooks, in the context of robotics and AI applications. Students will also learn about interfacing C++ and Python.

**Qualified candidates will have Subject Matter Qualifications in the following areas:**
Required:
* Current active employment in the Robotics Software Engineering field, or related industry
* Minimum of 5 - 10 years developing Python in AI field
* Solid understanding of machine learning concepts and experience development AI capability in a real world setting
* Solid understanding of popular programming languages (C++, Python) required

Preferred:

* Teaching experience preferred; online teaching or learning experience preferred

**General responsibilities include:**
For new courses requiring development:
* Design a syllabus following program chair guidance and the syllabus template
* Create content that aligns with course outcomes and offers the authors experiences and perspectives on key points

For all courses:
* Develop and deliver the course according to our teaching standards, which include actively facilitating online discussions, providing relevant and timely feedback on student work, reporting grades, and discussing student issues with staff
* Create or refine and facilitate the course site in the Moodle learning management system

**General skill requirements include:**
* Strong interpersonal skills when relating to students
* The ability to communicate effectively in writing, including conveying complex information and promoting in-depth engagement on course topics
* The ability to devote adequate time to courses, including responding to students and providing meaningful feedback in a timely manner
 

**About the Masters in Robotic Software Engineering Program:**
>From self-driving cars to farming to advances in healthcare and caretaking, nearly every global industry will be impacted by autonomous robots and the software that drives them. The Masters in Robotic Software Engineering will allow students to develop an advanced understanding of robotic engineering concepts and learn from leading software engineers and roboticists. 

All GPS Masters courses are 10-weeks long and taught asynchronously in the online learning environment with no set days or times for interaction.  

**About GPS Faculty:**
GPS Faculty instructors are active practitioners in the industries that align with our programs and have the professional expertise to bring to course discussions and threads. Instructors are part time and work fully online, with no requirement to appear on campus. Our faculty have earned at least a master's degree with many holding terminal academic degrees and industry-specific credentials. Previous experience teaching online is not required; GPS offers a comprehensive training program for qualified applicants.  

**How to apply:**
GPS welcomes applications for its adjunct faculty pool on an ongoing basis. The application process consists of the online application and, if subject matter qualifications are met, a series of interviews at the discretion of the Program Chair and Director of Program Development. [Complete your application online](http://www.brandeis.edu/gps/community/teach-for-GPS.html).





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