Lecturer - Human Resources

About the Opportunity

The College of Professional Studies at Northeastern University invites applications for a non-tenure track part time faculty lecturer in Human Resources Management on the Boston Campus.

The successful candidates will teach on-campus graduate-level courses within the Human Resources Management program, focusing on topics such as talent acquisition, organizational development, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and strategic HR management. These positions offer an opportunity to contribute to an innovative and forward-thinking program while engaging with a diverse and dynamic student body.

The College of Professional Studies is one of ten colleges of Northeastern University, a nationally ranked private research university. Founded in 1960, the College provides lifelong experiential learning that unleashes the capacities of aspiring individuals in all stages and walks of life. The College teaches undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students on campus and online in more than 90 programs.

Northeastern University will not provide H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, or any other type of employment visa sponsorship for the successful applicant to this position, now or in the future. Furthermore, the successful applicant must be able to maintain valid work authorization in the United States throughout the entire appointment without Northeastern University’s sponsorship for a visa.

Responsibilities

• Qualified candidates must be prepared to work with global student populations.
• Teach graduate courses in Human Resources Management, which may include (but are not limited to) topics such as talent acquisition, organizational development, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and strategic HR management.
• Engage in curriculum development, ensuring course content remains current and relevant to industry trends and best practices.

Qualifications

• A terminal degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Human Resources Management, Management, Psychology, or a closely related field is preferred; a master’s degree in a related field will also be considered.
• Significant industry experience in HR Management, preferably at a managerial or executive level, demonstrating an ability to translate practical experience into classroom teaching.
• Experience teaching at the graduate level, including familiarity with online or hybrid teaching methods, is strongly preferred.
• Commitment to fostering a positive and welcoming learning environment; demonstrated ability to work effectively with students from a variety of backgrounds.
• Professional certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) and active engagement with professional HR networks are desirable.

Application Materials

Applicants should submit materials including a cover letter and vitae.

Successful faculty at Northeastern will be dynamic and innovative scholars with a record of teaching excellence and a commitment to fostering belonging in the university community. Thus, strong candidates for this faculty position will have the expertise, knowledge, and skills to build their pedagogy, and curriculum in ways that reflect and enhance this commitment. Please indicate how your expertise, knowledge, and skills have prepared you to contribute to this work in your cover letter. 

Please direct questions to David Bell at [email protected].

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Position Type

Academic

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range:

The per credit rate is $1,569.00.