Industry Expert/Mentor-Business Analytics & Data Science (P/T, Remote, Contract)

Description

is seeking highly knowledgeable and experienced Industry Experts specializing in data science and business analytics. In this role, you will be instrumental in providing invaluable guidance, expertise, and real-world industry insights to students participating in our Masters of Science in Business Analytics program, as well as our executive programs centered around data science and analytics. You’ll play a crucial role in empowering professionals with the practical skills, knowledge, and insights they need to excel in the dynamic field of business analytics and data science.

This is a fully remote, part-time, 1099 contractor position. Pay commensurate with experience and credentials. Successful candidates will be able to commit 1-5 hours per month and enjoy virtually engaging with students.

Key Responsibilities:

As an Industry Expert, your responsibilities include:

• Conducting speaking sessions, or one-on-one imparting wisdom on business analytics and data science concepts, projects, and applications.
• Leading engaging workshops and hands-on exercises, steering projects to help students bridge the gap between theory and practice. 
• Stay at the forefront of industry advancements, eagerly sharing your expertise and insights with program participants.
• Sharing real-world projects, case studies and examples derived from your industry experience to illuminate concepts and elevate the learning experience.
• Helping students prepare for technical interviews and project showcases, and identifying areas of improvement.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of hands-on industry experience in a leadership role related to data science and business analytics.
• A Master's degree or higher in a related field, with a PhD considered a significant advantage.
• Proficiency in programming languages, in at least either Python or R (both being preferable) and a solid grasp of SQL is required.
• An expert-level understanding of data science and business analytics.
• An unyielding commitment to precision and attention to detail.
• Excellent listening and communication (both oral and written) skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching at the graduate-level
• Experience working with global student cohorts and cross-cultural teams

Benefits

• Work From Home
• .edu email address