Help STEM teams solve real-world problemsone framework at a time.

Brandeis Universitys Rabb School of Continuing Studies is seeking an experienced academic to design and build a 1015 hour online asynchronous micro credential course leading to a microcredential in Applied Problem-Solving Techniques for STEM Teams.

In this fully remote short-term contract youll create a dynamic industry-relevant training program that equips professionals with practical methods to analyze evaluate and resolve complex challenges in cross-disciplinary STEM environments. Learners will gain mastery of frameworks collaboration tools and outcome-driven techniques they can apply immediately in technical workplaces.

What You Will Do

• Develop structured interactive content (1015 hours) for self-paced online learning.

• Design assessments and rubrics to measure applied problem-solving proficiency.

• Build engaging materials including simulations real-world case studies and multimedia.

• Incorporate WCAG accessibility standards for inclusive learning.

• Collaborate with instructional designers to optimize delivery interactivity and clarity.

• Recommend tools readings and resources aligned with current STEM team practices.

• Use technology-enhanced learning elementsanimations avatars adaptive platforms gamificationwhere appropriate.

What You Bring:

• Masters degree (Doctorate preferred) in engineering mathematics science instructional design or related field.

• 2 years of relevant professional experience in STEM collaboration innovation or project-based problem solving.

• At least 1 year of teaching or training experience (preferably online/asynchronous).

• Comfort with LMS platforms and digital authoring tools. Familiarity with analytical tools collaborative platforms and interdisciplinary teamwork.

• Strong communication organization and independent work skills.

Preferred:

• Experience designing online training programs or micro-credentials.

• Familiarity with Moodle LMS.

• Background in adaptive learning or simulation-based instruction.

Details:

• Fully remote (U.S.-based applicants only no visa sponsorships)

• 6-week development timeline (25 total hours)

• Compensation: $1000

Ready to help STEM professionals tackle challenges with precision and creativity
Apply today and join Brandeis University in shaping the next generation of technical problem solvers.

Pay Range Disclosure

The Universitys pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position the candidates work experience and education/training internal peer equity and applicable legal requirements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race color ancestry religious creed gender identity and expression national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation pregnancy age genetic information disability caste military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a protected class).