What are the responsibilities and job description for the Department of Business Faculty position at Nelson University?
Position Overview:
Nelson University seeks a dynamic full-time faculty member to join our Department of Business within the College of Business & Education. The ideal candidate will have a passion for business education, program development, and student mentorship within our faith-based academic environment.
Nelson University seeks a dynamic full-time faculty member to join our Department of Business within the College of Business & Education. The ideal candidate will have a passion for business education, program development, and student mentorship within our faith-based academic environment.
Primary Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the areas of business, management, and other areas as assigned based on academic qualifications.
- Develop and deliver curriculum that integrates academic excellence with a biblical worldview.
Teaching
- Deliver a 4/4 course load (24 credit hours per year) in business-related courses.
- Develop and implement course syllabi integrating business and faith-based perspectives.
- Maintain 8 regular office hours per week to support student learning (in-person and online).
Program Development/Coordination
- Develop and shape the curriculum for the business management program as Management Program Coordinator.
- Support accreditation and assessment initiatives as needed.
- Mentor and advise students in their academic, spiritual, and professional development.
- Foster partnerships with organizations through internships in order to provide practical training opportunities for students
University Service
- Participate in departmental and university-wide committees (1 - 2 per academic year).
- Attend university events, faculty meetings, and chapel services (three times weekly).
- Complete New Faculty Orientation.
- Participate in Faculty Inservice each semester.
- Stay current in business trends and industry best practices.
Qualifications
- Faith Commitment: A strong commitment to the Christian faith and the mission and core values of Nelson University.
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Education:
- Required: Minimum of a Master’s degree in a business field with at least 18 graduate hours in one or more of the following areas: Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, or Management.
- Preferred: Earned Doctorate in business from a regionally accredited university; ABD status and the ability to complete the terminal degree within two years will be considered
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Experience:
- Evidence of successful market place experience. Proven record of senior level leadership in a business field is preferred.
- Experience and/or knowledge or ability in teaching in both on campus and online delivery formats.
- Skills:
- Strong teaching and communication skills.
- Ability to inspire and mentor students from diverse backgrounds
- Proficiency in integrating faith and learning in the classroom and beyond.
Start Date:
Anticipated start date is August 2025, with hiring decisions finalized by May 2025. Faculty contracts follow a 9 1/2-month academic calendar (August through mid-May) with the option to extend pay across 12 months.
Faculty Rank and Compensation:
Nelson University offers competitive faculty ranks—Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor—with compensation tailored to your qualifications and experience. Annual contracts are renewable based on successful performance reviews by the Chair, Dean, and the Vice President for Academics.
Why Nelson University?
At Nelson University, you will join a close-knit academic community that values excellence, innovation, and spiritual formation. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the next generation of leaders while integrating your Christian faith into all aspects of teaching and mentoring.
How to Apply
Submit a complete application package online at www.nelson.edu/employment, by completing the fields to the right of this screen under “Apply here”. These fields contain intake information. After clicking submit application, you will be taken to the Nelson Employment Application, where you will be asked to list references and previous employment positions.
Once we've reviewed your application and resume and determine that you will be moving to the next step of the process, we'll reach out to request the following items:
1. Copies of transcripts from all higher education institutions (must be from a regionally accredited school). During preliminary interviews, we may photocopy these transcripts. However, as your candidacy formalizes, we'll need official transcripts.
2. A 3-5 page excerpt of a paper you completed for any graduate-level work.
3. A written expression of your philosophy of Christian Higher Education.
4. Two letters of reference, including one pastoral reference, if available. (E.g. If you attend a mega church, you may or may not know the senior pastor, so it is acceptable to ask any minister familiar with your faith to write a letter of reference for you.)
5. Completion of the Faculty Application Survey: Faith and Mission Alignment document
Employment Classification: This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Nelson University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse academic community within our faith-based environment.
Contact:
Dr. Shelly Zaldivar, Chair of the Business Department
szaldivar@nelson.edu
972.923.5490
Anticipated start date is August 2025, with hiring decisions finalized by May 2025. Faculty contracts follow a 9 1/2-month academic calendar (August through mid-May) with the option to extend pay across 12 months.
Faculty Rank and Compensation:
Nelson University offers competitive faculty ranks—Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor—with compensation tailored to your qualifications and experience. Annual contracts are renewable based on successful performance reviews by the Chair, Dean, and the Vice President for Academics.
Why Nelson University?
At Nelson University, you will join a close-knit academic community that values excellence, innovation, and spiritual formation. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the next generation of leaders while integrating your Christian faith into all aspects of teaching and mentoring.
How to Apply
Submit a complete application package online at www.nelson.edu/employment, by completing the fields to the right of this screen under “Apply here”. These fields contain intake information. After clicking submit application, you will be taken to the Nelson Employment Application, where you will be asked to list references and previous employment positions.
Once we've reviewed your application and resume and determine that you will be moving to the next step of the process, we'll reach out to request the following items:
1. Copies of transcripts from all higher education institutions (must be from a regionally accredited school). During preliminary interviews, we may photocopy these transcripts. However, as your candidacy formalizes, we'll need official transcripts.
2. A 3-5 page excerpt of a paper you completed for any graduate-level work.
3. A written expression of your philosophy of Christian Higher Education.
4. Two letters of reference, including one pastoral reference, if available. (E.g. If you attend a mega church, you may or may not know the senior pastor, so it is acceptable to ask any minister familiar with your faith to write a letter of reference for you.)
5. Completion of the Faculty Application Survey: Faith and Mission Alignment document
Employment Classification: This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Nelson University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse academic community within our faith-based environment.
Contact:
Dr. Shelly Zaldivar, Chair of the Business Department
szaldivar@nelson.edu
972.923.5490
