Lecturer

Job Description

Columbia University, School of Professional Studies (SPS) seeks candidates to serve as a part-time Lecturer to teach an on-campus graduate-level course in Introduction to Blockchain, Crypto-currencies & Analytics. This course provides our Applied Analytics Master of Science degree students with an introduction to blockchains and crypto-currencies as well as cryptographic protocols, hash, digital signatures, chaining of blocks of transactions, decentralization using mining based on proof of work, and smart contracts.

Qualifications

Columbia University SPS operates under a scholar-practitioner faculty model, which enables students to learn from faculty that have outstanding academic training as well as a record of accomplishment as practitioners in an applied industry setting. 

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in an area related to applied analytics, computer science, or information technology
• Solid knowledge and academic foundation in statistics.
• Deep understanding of machine learning concepts and algorithms.
• Proficiency in R and Python programming.
• Professional experience and demonstrated success in a role involving applied analytics, crypto, blockchain, etc.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of professional experience in analytics-focused roles.
• 2+ years of teaching experience, ideally at the graduate level.
• Proficient in JavaScript

Additional Information

Salary range: $11,000 - $13,000 per semester long course

Please submit a resume inclusive of university teaching experience.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran