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Founded in 1943 and a Johns Hopkins division since 1950, The Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies of the Johns Hopkins University (SAIS) has been educating global leaders for more than eight decades. As a top-ranked graduate institution with a distinguished faculty, SAIS consistently ranks as one of the top schools of international relations in the world. SAIS was founded to provide a practical approach to training students in international leadership and foreign relations and to provide mid-career educational opportunities for those already working in related fields. To learn more about SAIS, visit www.sais-jhu.edu.

Johns Hopkins SAIS invites applications for an Adjunct Lecturer to teach in the online Master of Arts in Sustainable Energy program. This is a remote, part-time teaching opportunity beginning in Spring 2026, with preparation work starting late Fall 2025.

Key Responsibilities

+ Collaborate with an instructional designer from the Educational Design & Instructional Technology team to start late Fall semester 2025/early Spring semester 2026 to develop the online course: Sustainable Energy & Climate Change (separate contract provided).

+ Engage students in a dynamic, interactive, and rigorous online learning environment using the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) and other technologies.

+ Serve as the instructor of record for the newly developed course at least two times over future terms, to include:

o Develop and deliver engaging course content that meets the program's learning objectives and curriculum standards.

o Facilitate online class discussions, respond to student inquiries, and actively participate in the virtual classroom to promote student success.

o Maintain accurate records grades, attendance, and academic performance in the university's learning management system.

o Hold virtual office hours to provide academic support as needed.

o Stay current with developments and advancements in the subject area and incorporate relevant trends into course content. Complete SAIS online teaching training prior to course launch.

o Respond to requests and communications from students and university administrators in a timely manner (typically within 24-48 hours).

o Adhere to all university and SAIS policies and procedures regarding academic integrity, grading, and curriculum.

Experience:

+ At least five years of deep and demonstrated expertise in energy transition and climate policy is essential.

+ Prior teaching experience, especially with strong student evaluations, is highly preferred.

+ Experience teaching in online format is a plus.

Education:

+ A Ph.D. is preferred but not required; candidates with relevant professional experience are encouraged to apply.

Salary: $8,500 per course run

Applications MUST be submitted using Interfolio and include the following:

- Cover letter

- Curriculum vitae or resume

- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (or equivalent in a professional setting) in the form of teaching evaluations from the last 2 years

- Contact points of three references.

Job Type: Part Time

The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.

Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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