Adjunct Faculty, Business

University of Northwestern - St. Paul; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 9,474 - 12,889; Part time

Job summary

The University of Northwestern - St. Paul is seeking Adjunct Faculty for its School of Business to deliver high-quality instruction in various management, accounting, and finance courses. The role requires engagement in the classroom and timely communication with students. Ideal candidates possess a Master’s degree in Business Administration, a minimum of five years of business experience, and an alignment with the university's Christian mission.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to students' academic and spiritual growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or CPA License, with experience in relevant business courses.
• Minimum of five years of experience in business.
• Experience teaching at undergraduate or graduate level.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction in assigned courses.
• Maintain a positive presence in the classroom.
• Grade assignments and provide timely feedback.

Skills

Independent & Teamwork

Confidentiality

Organizational Skills

Technical Proficiency

Written & Verbal Communication

Flexibility

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field

PhD or DBA in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Adjunct Faculty, Business
VP Area: Sr VP for Academic Affairs
Department: School of Business
Position Compensation: $849 – $1,155 per credit
Location:Onsite -University Campus - St. Paul, Minnesota

Who We Are: Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary: The adjunct faculty position is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in traditional undergraduate, on-campus, courses that support the institution’s mission and strategic goals. Teaching assignments are offered on an as-needed basis, depending on class size and semester availability. This role requires active engagement in the classroom, timely communication, and completion of assigned teaching training modules.

Hiring multiple onsite positions for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.

• Management/Administration courses: Supply Chain Management, Operations, and Project Management.
• Accounting Courses: Intermediate Accounting, Accounting Technology, Audit, Financial and Managerial Accounting.
• Finance Courses: Retirement and Planning, Insurance, Wealth Management, Money and Banking, and Investments.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction in assigned courses aligned with the institution’s mission and strategic goals.
• Maintain a consistent, active, and positive presence in the classroom, facilitating course content and engaging with students.
• Monitor and participate in class discussions to promote interaction and learning.
• Respond promptly to student inquiries and concerns, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Grade assignments and provide feedback in a timely manner; complete required teaching training modules.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students, all employees act as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with colleagues of the University to disciple students, helping them grow intellectually and spiritually, and partnering with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to become mature in their faith.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field, CPA License meets the minimum qualifications for teaching certain business courses or selected certifications or experience related to the subject matter will be considered.
• Minimum of five years working experience in business and experience in the course related field.
• Experience teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level, or in non-academic settings.
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Nice to have:

• PhD or DBA in Business Administration or related field
• Availability to teach course(s) during daytime class schedule

Key Skills

• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional evenings as needed.
• Background Check: Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.

Work Environment

The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

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