Temporary Microcredential Online Course Instructor- AI Literacy and Policy Fundamentals: Understanding and Mitigating Algorithmic Bias

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Job Number: R0013670 Temporary Microcredential Online Course Instructor: AI Literacy and Policy Fundamentals: Understanding and Mitigating Algorithmic Bias Location: Remote (U.S. based only) Division: Rabb School of Continuing Studies in collaboration with the Heller School of Social Policy and Management, Brandeis University Compensation: $2,000 Estimated Time Commitment: Approximately 30 -35 hours (4 hours per week) over the eight week course period, including weekly synchronized sessions, preparation, learner support, assignment review, and coordination with program team. Brandeis University's Rabb School of Continuing Studies working in collaboration with the Heller School for Social Policy and Management is seeking an experienced Instructor to teach a non-credit-bearing microcredential course titled, "AI Literacy and Policy Fundamentals: Understanding and Mitigating Algorithmic Bias". This course will be delivered in a hybrid online modality, combining a weekly synchronous instruction with asynchronous learning activities. The instructor will facilitate live online sessions, guide learners through course materials, review assignments, respond to learner questions, and support an engaging and accessible learning experience. The course introduces learners to foundational concepts in artificial intelligence, algorithmic bias, responsible AI, and policy approaches to mitigating harm. It examines how AI systems can reproduce or amplify inequities, how bias affects decision-making processes, and what ethical, technical, and policy strategies can be used to build fairer and more accountable AI systems. The ideal candidate will bring strong subject-matter expertise, experience teaching adult or graduate-level learners, and the ability to translate complex interdisciplinary content into clear, practical, and engaging instruction. Responsibilities The Instructor will be responsible for teaching and facilitating the course in accordance with Brandeis academic e

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