External Lecturer – Introductory statistics and data analysis course – DIS Copenhagen
3 days ago
DIS Copenhagen is currently hiring an external lecturer to teach the course "Foundations of Data Analysis". The course starts in August 2025 and course preparation is expected in spring or summer 2025. The course is offered every fall term (mid August to mid December). Course load includes 23 lectures (80 minutes each) and 2 field studies in the Copenhagen region (4 hours each) per term, plus student assessment, grading, and feedback. This course is targeted to freshman students (in their 1st year of a 4-year degree) from highly selective North American institutions.
At DIS, lecturers prioritize bringing course material to life through interactive, experiential learning, and are communicative and engaged with their students. Pedagogical support, training, and mentorship is available at DIS through the Learning Lab and experienced faculty. Lecturers have the option of collaborating with academic support staff in various professional development opportunities.
Course descriptionThis course aims to provide students with an understanding of the fundamentals of data analysis, focusing on descriptive and inferential statistics, and emphasizing quantitative reasoning. In this course, students will assess real-world data and learn to apply statistical processes to real-life situations. Classes will include lectures, a weekly lab to practice statistical analysis of data, project work, and exams.
Main tasks and responsibilities as part-time faculty- Revise and finalize the syllabus for the course, in collaboration with DIS staff.
- Teach at DIS Copenhagen. Teaching format includes classroom lectures, discussions, active learning activities, experiential learning activities, and field studies.
- Assess students' performance, grade assignments, and provide feedback to students throughout the course.
- Participate in meetings/workshops aimed to develop pedagogical skills in line with the DIS teaching philosophy.
- Relevant background (higher degree, Ph.D. preferred) and hands-on expertise within the field of the course.
- Open to pedagogical support from DIS and capable of incorporating DIS' interactive and hands-on teaching philosophy into teaching practice.
- Experience in creating a structured and interactive learning environment is an advantage.
Please submit your CV and application letter, addressing the professional competencies above, in English. Applications will be processed as received.
Contact InformationFor additional information, please send an e-mail to
About DISDIS is a non-profit study abroad institution with locations in Copenhagen and Stockholm, offering rigorous, credit-bearing semester, academic year, and summer programs taught in English. Established in Denmark in 1959, and expanded to Sweden in 2016, DIS offers students enrolled in North American colleges and universities engaging and challenging coursework enriched by faculty who teach what they do, hands-on learning opportunities, and experiential study tours in Sweden and across Europe.
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