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The Center for Leadership Studies seeks the ideal candidate for the position of Executive Fellow for the Fall of 2026, with eligibility for reappointment in subsequent semesters. 

The Executive Fellow will teach one Leadership Development Seminar within one of the colleges or schools of the university.

Launching in 2017, these small (12-student) seminars target junior and senior undergraduates at the university, founded on a model that posits that successful leaders must be visionary, ethical, engaging, tactical, technical and reflective. Integrating these qualities includes a focus on strategic planning, communications, teamwork, climate, conflict resolution, sustainability and professionalism, among other topics. The course includes assigned media, class discussion, special guests (executives in various relevant domains), case studies, role plays, experiential opportunities, one:one’s and reflective journaling. 

https://centerforleadershipstudies.cmu.edu/

Ideal candidates will have substantive leadership experience, an understanding of relevant facets of human development, as well as an understanding of organizational behavior. 

It is expected that the Executive Fellow will embody all of the attributes on which the Center is founded and which we endeavor to imbue in our students. As such, excellent interpersonal skills, understanding of group dynamics, adhering to clear and measurable outcomes, and clear energy and enthusiasm for our students is paramount. Outstanding presentation and writing skills are a must, as are the analytical ability to assess students? areas for growth and a plan to coach them through that development will be keys to success.

Academic background will minimally include a bachelor?s degree in a relevant discipline and ideally graduate study at the master?s or doctoral level.

Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity.

Please submit a cover letter and resume/CV for consideration.  The current selection is expected to include appointment starting during the month of July.

Carnegie Mellon University is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate in admission, employment, or administration of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition, family status, marital status, parental status, religion, ancestry, veteran status, or genetic information. Furthermore, Carnegie Mellon University does not discriminate and is required not to discriminate in violation of federal, state, or local laws or executive orders.

About Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon (www.cmu.edu) is a private, internationally ranked research university with programs in areas ranging from science, technology and business, to public policy, the humanities and the arts. More than 12,000 students in the university’s seven schools and colleges benefit from a small student-to-faculty ratio and an education characterized by its focus on creating and implementing solutions for real problems, interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. A global university, Carnegie Mellon’s main campus in the United States is in Pittsburgh, Pa. It has campuses in California’s Silicon Valley and Qatar, and programs in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe and Mexico.

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