Adjunct Lecturer in Project Management

Role Summary

Job Purpose

Main responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching to students at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  


• Identify best and innovative practices in learning and teaching and build them into personal teaching practice.
  


• Ensure that personal research, knowledge and/or experience of the field inform personal teaching practice.
  


• Contribute actively to initiatives that identify new and best practices in teaching and learning and promote them across the faculty and institution.
  


• Enhance student experience and outcomes.
  


• Provide academic advice and counselling.
  


• Liaise closely with teaching, technical, and administrative staff as appropriate to ensure a quality teaching and learning environment.
  

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Proficient in all stages of the project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure.
  


• Knowledge of integrating project management practices with broader organizational strategies and business objectives.
  


• Expertise in using project management tools for scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and quality control across project phases.
  


• Ability to apply strategic methodologies for project selection and portfolio management.
  


• Proven ability to utilize data visualization, statistical methods, and KPI dashboards for effective project management and decision-making.
  


• ​Hands-on experience in applying Agile and Lean approaches to enhance project efficiency and drive successful outcomes.
  

Requirements

Requirements

• Previous experience in successfully managing projects
  


• Experience applying project management methodologies to real-world business challenges.
  


• Proficient in using and teaching project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Primavera).
  


• Familiarity with specialized software for resource planning, risk analysis, and decision-making.
  


• Proven track record in attracting research and knowledge transfer funding.
  


• Success in supervising and managing research, with experience in mentoring postgraduate or doctoral students.
  


• Evidence of attracting research grants and funding in project management.
  


• Experience teaching project management at higher education institutions with industry-focused applications.
  


• A Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education or equivalent teaching qualification.
  


• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) are highly desirable.