"Lecturer - Information and Cybersecurity - School of Information"

The School of Information at the University of California, Berkeley, invites applications for a pool of part-time, non-tenure track lecturers to teach online courses in the Master of Information and Cybersecurity (MICS) program. We seek exceptional instructors with professional and/or academic expertise who can lead small, highly interactive sections of about 15 graduate students in this cutting-edge, online program.

Courses in the MICS program are pre-designed and structured, allowing instructors to focus on delivering dynamic and engaging learning experiences while bringing valuable expertise to advance student outcomes.

About The I School

The Berkeley School of Information (I School) is a global bellwether in a world awash in information and data, boldly leading the way with education and fundamental research that translates into new knowledge, practices, policies, and solutions. I School scholars and practitioners thrive in the intersections where people, organizations, and societies interact with information, technology, and data. Faculty comprise a mix of disciplines, including information, computer science, economics, political science, law, sociology, design, media studies, and more.

The I School offers three professional master's degrees and an academic doctoral degree. The MICS program prepares cybersecurity leaders with the technical skills and contextual knowledge necessary to develop solutions for complex cybersecurity challenges.

Responsibilities Include:

- Delivering Engaging Online Classes: Plan and lead synchronous online sessions focusing on active learning. Facilitate meaningful discussions, collaborative group activities, and practical exercises that enhance students' understanding and application of core concepts.

- Facilitating Student-Centered Learning: Provide personalized support to students by holding virtual office hours, moderating online discussions, and leveraging student analytics to identify and support individual learning needs.

- Designing and Refining Course Materials: Develop and update instructional materials, assignments, and assessments. Ensure all content aligns with program objectives, maintains academic rigor, and incorporates an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

- Providing Constructive Feedback: Deliver timely, actionable feedback on student assignments and projects to promote growth and mastery of key competencies.

- Maintaining Course Operations: Use the learning management system (LMS) and other educational technology tools to manage course websites, post assignments, and communicate with students effectively.

- Collaborating with Faculty Teams: Actively participate in course meetings to align instructional practices, address challenges, and share innovative teaching strategies. Attend monthly or bi-monthly faculty meetings to stay connected with program goals and initiatives.

- Advancing Online Pedagogy: Engage in faculty development programs to stay current on the latest research, tools, and practices for effective online teaching. Share insights to enhance the overall learning experience.

- Promoting Inclusion: Foster an inclusive, equitable learning environment that respects diverse perspectives and supports all students in achieving their academic and professional goals.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications: A bachelor's degree (or equivalent international degree).

Additional qualifications: Minimum 4 years professional experience in the relevant field; Minimum 2 years experience in teaching in higher education or professional development in relevant fields.

Preferred qualifications: An advanced degree in Cybersecurity, Information, Information Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Political Science, Sociology, Law, Economics, or related fields; 10+ years of professional experience in these fields; Multiple years of demonstrated excellence in teaching college-level courses, including experience with online instruction; Familiarity with collaborative learning techniques; Proven organizational and communication skills; Ability to support a diverse community through inclusive curriculum and pedagogy; Teaching or in-depth knowledge in areas such as Applied Machine Learning for Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity and Public Policy, Cryptography for Cyber and Network Security, etc. For more details, visit the course descriptions.

Program: http://cybersecurity.berkeley.edu