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Presidential Teaching Fellow, New Education Initiative (NEI)

Teaching Fellow

May 27, 2026

Location

Cambridge

MIT

Type

One-year term (potential extension)

Required Qualifications

PhD in engineering, computing, math, science, humanities, or social sciences
Minimum 8 years relevant experience
Strong organizational and management skills
Excellent communication skills
Thrives in fast-changing environments

Research Areas

Engineering with computing/AI
Mathematics
Science
Humanities
Social Sciences
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Presidential Teaching Fellow, New Education Initiative (NEI)

Posting Description

PRESIDENTIAL TEACHING FELLOW, NEW EDUCATION INITIATIVE (NEI), MIT Open Learning (multiple openings across disciplines), to help design and deliver innovative, stackable courses leading to bachelor’s degrees in engineering with computing/AI; develop digital content, flipped classroom materials, assessments, and co-op experiences; contribute to MIT’s Faculty Academy to train educators in this new model; collaborate closely with MIT faculty, staff, and researchers; and reimagine education for the AI era and prepare the next-generation workforce.

Find a full job description here: https://openlearning.mit.edu/jobs

Submit a cover letter detailing qualifications, a teaching statement outlining instructional philosophy, and a CV including education, publications, talks, and relevant experience.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: PhD in engineering, computing, math, science, humanities, or social sciences with a minimum of eight years’ relevant experience; proven ability to thrive in fast-changing environments and manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality results; solid organizational and management skills with a proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively; detail-oriented, deadline-driven with excellent communication skills; ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across teams.

This is a one-year term appointment, with a potential for extension based on performance and funding.

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What are the required qualifications for the Presidential Teaching Fellow position?

To qualify, candidates need a PhD in engineering, computing, math, science, humanities, or social sciences, plus at least eight years of relevant experience. Strong organizational skills, ability to manage priorities in fast-changing environments, and excellent communication are essential. Explore faculty jobs for similar roles.

💼What are the main responsibilities of this MIT Teaching Fellow role?

Fellows will design and deliver innovative stackable courses for bachelor’s degrees in engineering with computing/AI, develop digital content, flipped classroom materials, assessments, and co-op experiences. Contribute to MIT’s Faculty Academy and collaborate with faculty to reimagine education for the AI era. See lecturer jobs for teaching opportunities.

📝How do I apply for the Presidential Teaching Fellow at MIT Open Learning?

Submit a cover letter detailing qualifications, a teaching statement on your instructional philosophy, and a CV with education, publications, talks, and experience via MIT Open Learning jobs. Full details at the link. Use our free cover letter template to prepare.

📍What is the employment duration and location for this position?

This is a one-year term appointment with potential extension based on performance and funding, located in Cambridge, MA at MIT. Multiple openings across disciplines in the New Education Initiative (NEI). Check higher ed jobs in Cambridge.

🤝Does this role involve collaboration and what skills are key for success?

Yes, close collaboration with MIT faculty, staff, and researchers is required. Key skills include being detail-oriented, deadline-driven, with proven ability to work independently and in teams. Ideal for those preparing the workforce for the AI era. View research jobs for related opportunities.

🚀What makes the New Education Initiative (NEI) at MIT unique?

NEI focuses on innovative stackable courses leading to bachelor’s degrees in engineering with computing/AI, including digital content and Faculty Academy training. It reimagines education for the AI era. Learn more via postdoc career advice.
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