About the position
The Adjunct Instructor - Marketing may teach a variety of undergraduate Marketing and Business courses. Instructors are responsible for preparing and delivering all course materials, including the syllabus, lecture, and other course delivery preparation, as well as keeping attendance records. The ACU Department of Business Administration is a growing, dynamic program within the University, with graduates taking positions of influence in their career fields and furthering studies at prestigious graduate institutions. The Department of Business Administration is particularly interested in Principles of Marketing, Advertising and Promotion, Consumer Behavior, Marketing Research, Marketing Management, and related areas. This role also requires a comprehensive understanding of and commitment to the unique Christian mission and vision of ACU to Transform Culture with Truth, and the ability to advance that mission and vision through the performance of its duties, including person-to-person mentorship and discipleship.
Responsibilities
- To advocate for the mission and vision of ACU and as the representative of the Department of Business Administration to ACU administration and outside constituencies.
- To meaningfully advance the recruitment of students and the growth of ACU's Department of Business Administration through coordination with ACU recruiting staff, attendance at recruiting events, communication with prospective students, and other methods.
- To develop written syllabi and required course materials.
- To evaluate the subject matter taught and maintenance of student records.
- To prepare and grade exams.
- To maintain office hours to advise and assist students.
- To participate in departmental and university-wide meetings.
- To provide spiritual support and prayer to students and staff.
- To participate in curriculum and program development and assessment.
- Other duties as assigned by the Chair, Dean, and/or the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Requirements
- Applicants must possess a graduate degree with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Marketing.
- A graduate degree (e.g., MBA) with an emphasis in Marketing is preferred.
- At least three years of experience teaching in a higher education setting is preferred.
- Experience in and commitment to fostering a deep biblical worldview understanding of the study of Marketing.
- Experience with various instructional delivery systems, including integration of technology into coursework.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong written and verbal presentation skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Evidence of a Christian commitment with interest in and ability to integrate orthodox biblical principles and learning.
Benefits
- Part-time, exempt from overtime pay provisions as provided by the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and any applicable state laws.
