eCornell Online Couse Facilitators- Product Management for Engineers(Remote)

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eCornell delivers online professional certificate programs to individuals and organizations around the world. Certificates are designed and developed as a collaborative effort between Cornell University faculty and eCornell's professional instructional design and development teams. eCornell offers more than 100 Certificates in a wide range of topics, including leadership and management, data science, engineering, marketing, technology, human resources, diversity & inclusion, healthcare, hospitality and more. New programs are being launched constantly. Short courses (most are 2-weeks) with small cohorts are designed to be interactive, and to help learners gain skills they can immediately apply in their organizations. As a credible expert with applied experience in the associated fields, the eCornell Course Facilitator plays a key role in delivering the value of the eCornell courses. Along with content from Cornell University faculty, high-production value courses, the Course Facilitators round out the complete learning experience for students. As a credible expert with applied experience in the associated fields, the eCornell Course Facilitator plays a key role in delivering the value of the eCornell courses. Along with content from Cornell University faculty, high-production value courses, the Course Facilitators round out the complete learning experience for students. We are seeking additional facilitators for our Product Management for Engineers Certificate program.
This certificate program prepares you to succeed as a product manager in engineering. You will follow a product through its entire life cycle, from scoping the product to launching it. Starting by studying the product manager role and the cross-functional team that supports a product, you will learn to successfully scope and kick off a project for a new product. You will learn to identify and target customer needs and develop user stories while managing and prioritizing project needs based on your market research and go-to-market plan. You will then work through product design and development, outlining requirements and the product feature roadmap, creating prototypes, analyzing feedback, and tracking the process itself. Finally, you will follow the product to and post go-live, tracking and improving your product in the market.

Hired eCornell Course Facilitators will:

• Become Cornell University part-time employees, with flexible facilitation assignments through the year.
• Be provided with extensive onboarding support prior to being assigned courses.
• Share their applied experience in the field with working adults from around the world.
• Encourage sharing of reflection and information by students using online platforms.
• Assess and provide relevant feedback for students on assignments.
• Collaborate with appropriate eCornell staff to contribute to continuous improvement and student engagement as needed.
• Facilitators will spend an average of 7-10 hours a week per course

Required Qualifications for Product Management for Engineering Courses:

• A minimum of a Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Design, Computer Science, or a related field that encompasses knowledge of product development, design thinking, and market analysis.
• Significant experience (ideally 5+ years) in product management, development, or a related role within technology, software development, or a business environment where product lifecycle management was a key responsibility.
• Demonstrated success in leading product development projects from concept through to launch and post-launch analysis, ideally in diverse sectors to reflect the varied nature of product management.
• Deep understanding of product management frameworks and methodologies such as Agile, Lean, Scrum, or Kanban.
• Experience with user research, market analysis, and competitive benchmarking to inform product strategy and roadmaps.
• Proficiency in data analysis and using metrics to inform product decisions, optimize user experience, and measure success.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively facilitate courses, mentor students, and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Experience in one or more of these specific areas for
  • Preparing for Success as a Product Manager
  • Managing Product Teams
  • Identifying and Targeting Customer Needs
  • Prioritizing for Product Roadmaps
  • Designing and Developing Products
  • Managing the Product Life Cycle

Additionally, preferred qualifications include:

• Experience in teaching, coaching, or facilitating adult learning, particularly in an online environment, is highly desirable.
• Online instructional experience, showcasing an ability to engage students, facilitate discussions, and provide meaningful feedback in a virtual learning environment.
• Familiarity with digital teaching platforms and tools, as well as competency in using these tools to enhance the learning experience.
• Ability and qualifications to facilitate courses in eCornell certificates beyond those listed above.
• Membership in professional organizations such as the Association of International Product Marketing and Management (AIPMM), International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), Product Development and Management Association (PDMA), Scrum Alliance or Scrum.org, or similar bodies are a plus
• Ability to engage students, facilitate discussions, and provide meaningful feedback.

Please note:

• There is no VISA sponsorship or relocation assistance available for these positions, and facilitators need to be current U.S. residents.
• These positions are remote, which means you can be located anywhere within the U.S.All work must be conducted in the U.S
• The eCornell Course Facilitators are casual, non-benefits eligible positions.
• The positions are exempt positions, and are thus not available as an additional appointment for current Cornell University non-exempt employees.

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University Job Title:

e-Cornell Course Facilitator

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Temporary Teaching

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No Grade - Annual

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Salary

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Remote Option Availability:

Remote

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Contact Name:

Kayla Bradley

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