Adjunct Professor- Business Law

Description

Greenville University is seeking compassionate and gifted instructors in Business Law for both undergraduate (face-to-face only) and graduate instruction (online only). The selected candidate must provide evidence of a vibrant Christian faith, clearly understand and internalize the mission of Greenville University, and articulate the value of Christian higher education.

The Briner School of Business has built an academically competitive program in a private liberal arts college that prepares graduates to be fluent in the language of business, hone critical thinking and analytic skills, and communicate effectively about opportunities that are discovered. The business program operates with a mission of preparing students to enter the workforce as “roaring lambs”: servants of Christ who lead in establishing ethical culture in the marketplace.

IDEAL QUALITIES: demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, student support, and scholarly activity, ability to integrate technology and experiential learning into coursework, versatile and willing to serve as an integral part of a diversified and active team of business faculty. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

Deliver high-quality undergraduate instruction to on campus and online students in the Business program with an emphasis on experiential education. Course topics include undergraduate Business Law (on campus) and graduate Legal and Ethical Environment (online).

Candidates must:

1. Be well organized and able to present material using a variety of methods; 

2. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to relate complex concepts to diverse audiences, and demonstrated cultural competency.

3. Clearly understand and internalize the mission of Greenville University, and the value of Christian higher education.

Requirements

Education: 

• Earned Jurisprudence doctorate.
• Experience: Five year’s teaching experience in the modality being used (face-to-face or online) and at least 5-years’ work in a law practice or business legal environment is preferable.

APPLICATIONS: Click Apply and include the following: (1) evidence of preparation for this position (a complete CV with degrees earned, teaching experience, and professional interests); (2) a statement of philosophy of Christian higher education; (3) a statement of personal faith journey and commitment; (4) higher education transcripts; and (5) names and contact information for at least three professional references. Applications will be reviewed once all components have been received. The search will remain open until the position is filled.  

Supporting Documents: Theological Assumptions  

Address transcripts or application materials not submitted online to: 

Human Resources 

Greenville University 

315 East College Avenue  

Greenville, IL 62246-0159 

hr@greenville.edu  

Regular Undergraduate Adjunct rate with class enrollment of 10 or more per credit hour is $1000. This rate is subject to change based on enrollment numbers for the course. 

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 

Greenville University's Mission: 

Greenville University is liberal arts University that empowers students for lives of character and service through a transforming Christ-centered education. Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to be a Christ-centered institution. 

GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY: The university is located 50 miles east of St. Louis in an attractive residential community of approximately 7,000 people. Greenville was founded in 1892 and is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church yet draws students from 40 denominations. For additional information, please visit our website: www.greenville.edu. 

Greenville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, family responsibilities, or  national or ethnic origin, in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Greenville University seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the University's Lifestyle statement and to enforce a religiously based code of conduct for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Greenville University, as an educational institution affiliated with the Free Methodist Church USA, reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended). 

Salary : $1,000