Mid-Atlantic HERC

Help STEM teams solve real-world problemsâ”one framework at a time.

Brandeis Universityâ™s Rabb School of Continuing Studies is seeking an experienced academic to design and build a 10â“15 hour online asynchronous micro credential course leading to a microcredential in Applied Problem-Solving Techniques for STEM Teams.

In this fully remote, short-term contract, youâ™ll create a dynamic, industry-relevant training program that equips professionals with practical methods to analyze, evaluate, and resolve complex challenges in cross-disciplinary STEM environments. Learners will gain mastery of frameworks, collaboration tools, and outcome-driven techniques they can apply immediately in technical workplaces.

What You Will Do

• Develop structured, interactive content (10â“15 hours) for self-paced online learning.

• Design assessments and rubrics to measure applied problem-solving proficiency.

• Build engaging materials including simulations, real-world case studies, and multimedia.

• Incorporate WCAG accessibility standards for inclusive learning.

• Collaborate with instructional designers to optimize delivery, interactivity, and clarity.

• Recommend tools, readings, and resources aligned with current STEM team practices.

• Use technology-enhanced learning elementsâ”animations, avatars, adaptive platforms, gamificationâ”where appropriate.

What You Bring:

• Masterâ™s degree (Doctorate preferred) in engineering, mathematics, science, instructional design, or related field.

• 2+ years of relevant professional experience in STEM collaboration, innovation, or project-based problem solving.

• At least 1 year of teaching or training experience (preferably online/asynchronous).

• Comfort with LMS platforms and digital authoring tools. Familiarity with analytical tools, collaborative platforms, and interdisciplinary teamwork.

• Strong communication, organization, and independent work skills.

Preferred:

• Experience designing online training programs or micro-credentials.

• Familiarity with Moodle LMS.

• Background in adaptive learning or simulation-based instruction.

Details:

• Fully remote (U.S.-based applicants only, no visa sponsorships)

• 6-week development timeline (~25 total hours)

• Compensation: $1,000

Ready to help STEM professionals tackle challenges with precision and creativity?
Apply today and join Brandeis University in shaping the next generation of technical problem solvers.

About Brandeis University

As a medium-sized private research university with global reach, we are dedicated to first-rate undergraduate education while making groundbreaking discoveries. Four major academic units with 3,600 undergraduates and 2,050 graduate students comprise the University: the College of Arts and Sciences, the Heller School for Social Policy and Management, the International Business School, and the Rabb School of Continuing Studies. In 1985, Brandeis was elected to membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU), which represents the 62 leading research universities in the United States and Canada. Brandeis has been ranked among the top 35 national universities by U.S. News & World Report every year since the rankings’ inception. Our 235-acre campus is located in the suburbs of Boston, a global hub for higher education and innovation. Our faculty are leaders in their fields, as passionate about teaching and mentorship as they are about pushing the boundaries of knowledge. Our students are motivated, compassionate, curious and open to exploring new and challenging experiences. Brandeis was founded in 1948 as a nonsectarian university under the sponsorship of th...e American Jewish community to embody its highest ethical and cultural values and to express its gratitude to the United States through the traditional Jewish commitment to education. By being a nonsectarian university that welcomes students, teachers and staff of every nationality, religion and orientation, Brandeis renews the American heritage of cultural diversity, equal access to opportunity and freedom of expression.

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