Brandeis University · 2 hours ago
Temporary Online Course Developer: Foundations of Applied Data Science and Decision Analytics
Brandeis University’s Rabb School of Continuing Studies is seeking a skilled online course developer to design and build a new three credit asynchronous online course titled: Foundations of Applied Data Science and Decision Analytics. The developer will design and build asynchronous, instructor-facilitated online courses aligned with institutional learning outcomes, accreditation standards, and workforce relevance.
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Responsibilities
The development of an online asynchronous course entails the creation and/or selection of elements as outlined in the Brandeis Online Course Standards. Required components include a Brandeis-compliant syllabus, instructor-created materials informed by current industry knowledge, learning objects, and applied assignments and assessments aligned to course and program outcomes
The Developer is responsible for the substantive content and pedagogical strategies of the course and agrees to uphold Brandeis’s academic standards and online course development guidelines
Throughout the design process, the Developer will collaborate with Brandeis Online staff, adhere to technical requirements for LMS integration, and meet project milestones. Course drafts will be submitted at designated intervals for feedback, and final approval will be contingent upon a comprehensive design review by a Learning Designer and Brandeis Online
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D) in Computer Science, Analytics, Strategic Analytics, Strategic Leadership, Information Design, Data Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Experience using BI and visual analytics tools in industry or consulting contexts
Experience in data science and decision analytics, including data lifecycle
Demonstrate ability to frame data problems and decision-focused questions, and to implement collaborative, version-controlled analysis
Experience in business intelligence, data visualization, and analytics storytelling, with the ability to translate insights into strategic actions
At least 1 year of teaching or training experience (preferably online/asynchronous)
Minimum 1 year experience developing asynchronous online courses for adult learners in higher education
Proficiency with LMS platforms and digital authoring tools
Familiarity with analytical tools, collaborative platforms, and interdisciplinary teamwork
Strong communication, organization, and independent work skills
Familiarity with curriculum design, accreditation standards, and graduate-level rigor
Ability to translate interdisciplinary content into engaging, accessible learning pathways
Strong writing and editing skills to produce cohesive, learner-centered experiences
Preferred
Experience teaching or developing graduate-level online courses
Knowledge of global learner personas and culturally responsive pedagogy
Familiarity with Moodle LMS and digital authoring tools (e.g., H5P)
Familiarity with SQL, Python, and/or R
Familiarity with experiential learning models and employer-aligned curriculum
Company
Brandeis University
Brandeis University is a private research university in Waltham, Massachusetts
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.71MKey Investors
Jim Joseph Foundation
2015-02-02Grant· $0.6M
2013-12-13Grant· $0.15M
2012-02-05Grant· $1.61M
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