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Contribute to our world of academia as a freelance video lecturer for the module Product Delivery and Development in our online master studies programme Product Management.

Your tasks as a freelancer:

  • Creation of a course book of approximately 130 to 200 pages based on the module description. You will be provided with guidelines containing specifications regarding the formal presentation of the works.

  • Creation of a question catalogue.

  • Definition of literature and references.

  • You will be supported by subject experts at the IU throughout the production.

  • The course covers the following topics: General Challenges in Product Delivery and Development, Product Vision & Strategy, Product Description and Features, User Interface & User Experience Design, Continuous Product Improvement, Team, Staffing, and Leadership for Product Delivery (please refer to the module description on page 41).

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  • You have an academic background in the relevant field of study (e.g., a university degree or doctorate).

  • Practical experience in the field and experience in creating learning materials are a plus but not a must.

This sets us apart:

  • The advantages of freelance, project-based tasks, e.g., flexibility for creativity.

  • Collaboration with a value-driven higher education institution.

  • A dedicated team is happy to support you throughout the process, if needed.

  • Your contributions to our projects will be recognised and valued.

APPLY AS A FREELANCE AUTHOR AT GERMANY’S LARGEST HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTE! Make history with us by helping us to rethink education. Our mission is revolutionary and transforms lives.

If this sounds like the perfect challenge for you as a freelancer, we look forward to receiving your online application. Please submit a 2–5-page writing sample (e.g., an excerpt of your academic work or similar) in addition to a tailored CV.

Should you have any questions, please contact Mrs Nicole Fus (Nicole.Fus@iu.org).

Actions speak louder than words: We cherish our "Culture of Everyone" and would like to take this opportunity to emphasize that we do not tolerate discrimination based on race, gender, age, sexual orientation, or disability. We welcome you as you are and look forward to nurturing our diverse community at the IU!

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