What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Lecturer - TA & Performance Mgmt position at Merrimack College?
Position Overview
The Girard School of Business at Merrimack College is seeking applicants with content expertise and professional applied HR experience in talent acquisition and performance management for the position of Adjunct Lecturer for Summer 2025.
The Adjunct Lecturer will teach a graduate-level, online course in Talent Acquisition & Performance Management (4 credits).
Course Description : This course explores the strategic management of human resources in modern organizations, with a focus on talent acquisition and performance management. Designed for future leaders, the course provides a comprehensive understanding of how human resource management (HRM) contributes to competitive advantage. Students will examine how to align HR practices with organizational goals, strategy, and context to drive success. Key topics include talent acquisition strategies, employee performance management, and value creation for customers and shareholders. By the end of the course, students will gain the skills necessary to effectively manage HR functions that enhance organizational performance and deliver long-term value.
The course will be offered synchronously and will meet one day per week from 7:00-9:00 p.m. over an 8-week period from May 12, 2025 to July 3, 2025.
Ideal candidates will be those with a profound commitment to graduate business education. We are looking for individuals eager to contribute to our dynamic learning environment, apply innovative teaching methods, and engage in curriculum development that prepares students for tomorrow's challenges. We offer educators a unique opportunity to be part of a growing legacy- where teaching excellence and student success are at the heart of our mission.
Primary Responsibilities
Vaccinations and Remote Work
This Adjunct Faculty position is fully remote.
The COVID-19 vaccine and booster for which an individual may be eligible are highly recommended for students, faculty and staff. Merrimack College does not require proof of COVID vaccination for enrollment, employment or to be a guest on our campus.
Statement on Our Mission
Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission and values.
About Merrimack College
The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,000 undergraduate and 1,700 graduate students from 43 states and 42 countries. The College features more than 160 career-focused undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject and student success. The College has five schools: arts and sciences, engineering and computational sciences, nursing and health sciences, education and social policy and the Girard school of business. The College’s suburban 220-acre campus is just north of Boston in North Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master’s Colleges and Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Merrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 37th in the Regional Universities North category in 2025. Merrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic institution.
Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Girard School of Business at Merrimack College is seeking applicants with content expertise and professional applied HR experience in talent acquisition and performance management for the position of Adjunct Lecturer for Summer 2025.
The Adjunct Lecturer will teach a graduate-level, online course in Talent Acquisition & Performance Management (4 credits).
Course Description : This course explores the strategic management of human resources in modern organizations, with a focus on talent acquisition and performance management. Designed for future leaders, the course provides a comprehensive understanding of how human resource management (HRM) contributes to competitive advantage. Students will examine how to align HR practices with organizational goals, strategy, and context to drive success. Key topics include talent acquisition strategies, employee performance management, and value creation for customers and shareholders. By the end of the course, students will gain the skills necessary to effectively manage HR functions that enhance organizational performance and deliver long-term value.
The course will be offered synchronously and will meet one day per week from 7:00-9:00 p.m. over an 8-week period from May 12, 2025 to July 3, 2025.
Ideal candidates will be those with a profound commitment to graduate business education. We are looking for individuals eager to contribute to our dynamic learning environment, apply innovative teaching methods, and engage in curriculum development that prepares students for tomorrow's challenges. We offer educators a unique opportunity to be part of a growing legacy- where teaching excellence and student success are at the heart of our mission.
Primary Responsibilities
- Effectively deliver graduate course(s) that comprise instructional materials that are both engaging and industry aligned.
- Course management (e.g., assessments, grading, etc.).
- Stay current with emerging trends and advancements to ensure course content is up-to- date and aligned with industry needs.
- Mentor and guide students toward academic and professional success.
- Maintain regular office hours for student consultations.
- Collaborate collegially and professionally to foster a supportive and positive work environment.
- An earned Master's or doctoral degree in a business discipline or related area.
- Industry experience in relevant position(s) strongly preferred.
- Experience with online pedagogy preferred.
- Exceptional organizational ability with great attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students are essential.
- Cover letter stating:
- motivation and interest in the position,
- specification of preferred teaching course content area(s),
- the term(s) you would be available to teach,
- experience relevant to the position qualifications,
- alignment with our Augustinian mission and values.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Names and contact information for three professional references (name, title, address, phone number, email address). Applicants will be notified before references are contacted.
Vaccinations and Remote Work
This Adjunct Faculty position is fully remote.
The COVID-19 vaccine and booster for which an individual may be eligible are highly recommended for students, faculty and staff. Merrimack College does not require proof of COVID vaccination for enrollment, employment or to be a guest on our campus.
Statement on Our Mission
Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission and values.
About Merrimack College
The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,000 undergraduate and 1,700 graduate students from 43 states and 42 countries. The College features more than 160 career-focused undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject and student success. The College has five schools: arts and sciences, engineering and computational sciences, nursing and health sciences, education and social policy and the Girard school of business. The College’s suburban 220-acre campus is just north of Boston in North Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master’s Colleges and Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Merrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 37th in the Regional Universities North category in 2025. Merrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic institution.
Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
