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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
The College of Engineering, Center for Entrepreneurship at the University of Michigan invites applicants for a part-time LEO Intermittent Lecturer position to teach ENTR 390.103: Space Entrepreneurship during the Fall 2024 term.
The Mission of the CFE is to unlock the full entrepreneurial potential at the University of Michigan by helping people to understand, experience, practice, and refine the skills needed to successfully translate their knowledge, ideas, leadership, creativity, and enthusiasm into lasting value in the world. We achieve this potential by providing broad and inclusive access to a wide variety of educational opportunities, immersive learning experiences, timely and powerful mentorship, and meaningful connections to the global industry leaders that are building the future. Additional information about the CFE can be found at: https://cfe.umich.edu/.
Who We Are
Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part a top national public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.
Our vision, mission and values are supported by a people-first engineering framework that guides our work. As Michigan Engineers, we strive to apply excellent engineering fundamentals, integrated expertise and equity-centered values to reimagine what engineering can be, close critical gaps, and elevate all people. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.
The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Michigan Engineering models that commitment in our research, culture and collaborations. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of that commitment. Learn more about DEI at Michigan Engineering: https://www.engin.umich.edu/culture/diversity-equity-inclusion/.
Responsibilities*
The Center for Entrepreneurship's courses are the epitome of experiential learning, demonstrative of entrepreneurial mindset, and open to all U-M students across all 19 schools/colleges.
The person in this position will be responsible for teaching ENTR 390.103: Space Entrepreneurship during the Fall 2024 term.
This 3-credit course is designed to provide non-technical students with a foundational understanding of space technology and its intersection with business and regulatory aspects. The course covers key areas such as the fundamentals of space technology, economics, venture capital models, and regulatory frameworks, offering a comprehensive introduction to this multifaceted domain.
The course is organized around a four-arc model, with each arc covering distinct but interconnected topics:
The course is scheduled for 15 weeks during the Fall 2024 term. Course faculty will be responsible for preparing course materials and leading a weekly 3-hour interactive in-person lecture, holding office hours weekly, honing assignments and guiding student project teams + individual projects, managing milestones for and grading student projects, and attending the CFE's monthly Faculty Community Meetings.
Required Qualifications*
This position is posted for the Fall 2024 term at 30% effort (12 hours per week).
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
The College of Engineering, Center for Entrepreneurship at the University of Michigan invites applicants for a part-time LEO Intermittent Lecturer position to teach ENTR 390.103: Space Entrepreneurship during the Fall 2024 term.
The Mission of the CFE is to unlock the full entrepreneurial potential at the University of Michigan by helping people to understand, experience, practice, and refine the skills needed to successfully translate their knowledge, ideas, leadership, creativity, and enthusiasm into lasting value in the world. We achieve this potential by providing broad and inclusive access to a wide variety of educational opportunities, immersive learning experiences, timely and powerful mentorship, and meaningful connections to the global industry leaders that are building the future. Additional information about the CFE can be found at: https://cfe.umich.edu/.
Who We Are
Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part a top national public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.
Our vision, mission and values are supported by a people-first engineering framework that guides our work. As Michigan Engineers, we strive to apply excellent engineering fundamentals, integrated expertise and equity-centered values to reimagine what engineering can be, close critical gaps, and elevate all people. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.
The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Michigan Engineering models that commitment in our research, culture and collaborations. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of that commitment. Learn more about DEI at Michigan Engineering: https://www.engin.umich.edu/culture/diversity-equity-inclusion/.
Responsibilities*
The Center for Entrepreneurship's courses are the epitome of experiential learning, demonstrative of entrepreneurial mindset, and open to all U-M students across all 19 schools/colleges.
The person in this position will be responsible for teaching ENTR 390.103: Space Entrepreneurship during the Fall 2024 term.
This 3-credit course is designed to provide non-technical students with a foundational understanding of space technology and its intersection with business and regulatory aspects. The course covers key areas such as the fundamentals of space technology, economics, venture capital models, and regulatory frameworks, offering a comprehensive introduction to this multifaceted domain.
The course is organized around a four-arc model, with each arc covering distinct but interconnected topics:
- Fundamentals of Space Technology
- Distinguish between science fiction and science fact.
- Acquire basic knowledge of aerospace engineering.
- Learn how to contribute to and lead engineering projects in the space sector.
- Space Business Development
- Understand public and private partnerships in the space industry.
- Identify business opportunities in space for existing enterprises.
- Explore diverse commercial business models.
- Analyze the business aspects of defense and space science.
- Evaluate industry talent and career opportunities.
- Space Funding Models
- Evaluate various investment opportunities and funding models in the space industry.
- Space Regulatory, Policy, and Ethics
- Summarize the international space ecosystem and examine geopolitical considerations.
- Compare and contrast space laws across different countries.
- Examine the future of the industry and its relevance to university graduates' career pathways.
The course is scheduled for 15 weeks during the Fall 2024 term. Course faculty will be responsible for preparing course materials and leading a weekly 3-hour interactive in-person lecture, holding office hours weekly, honing assignments and guiding student project teams + individual projects, managing milestones for and grading student projects, and attending the CFE's monthly Faculty Community Meetings.
Required Qualifications*
- Master's degree in a relevant field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Demonstrated and successful practice of entrepreneurship and the entrepreneurial process in the defense arena, from idea conception to technology development, fundraising, and growing a team
- Ability to establish credibility and rapport with students
- Ability to learn conceptual frameworks quickly and apply them to practical student needs
- Strong oral presentation and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate students in a classroom environment
- Advanced degree (Ph.D.) in a relevant field
- Experience in entrepreneurship (startups or early stage), or intrapreneurship within a larger organization, or commercializing technology
- Experience with Learning Management Systems (e.g. Canvas)
This position is posted for the Fall 2024 term at 30% effort (12 hours per week).
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
