Adjunct Faculty Business Law

University of Saint Francis; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, IN, is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for Business Law. This part-time position involves teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, assessing student work, and promoting the university’s Catholic mission.

The successful candidate will have a J.D. or advanced degree in business law with teaching experience, and must engage actively with students to ensure their academic success. Commitments to the university's values are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Willingness to support Catholic and Franciscan mission.
• Five years of professional experience in the discipline preferred.
• Prior post-secondary teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review course content and suggest improvements.
• Engage actively with students via forums and email.
• Grade assignments promptly and provide feedback.

Skills

Competence in educational principles

Interpersonal and communication skills

Analytical and organizational skills

Knowledge of U.S. legal systems

Education

J.D. or PhD/DBA in business law

Graduate degree with teaching experience

Job description

Position Title

Adjunct Faculty – Business Law

Department

Leadership and Business Pathway

Position Status

Adjunct Faculty

Reports To

Graduate Leadership and Business Programs Director

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Graduate Leadership and Business Programs Director, adjunct faculty receive a one‑semester appointment in teaching. Adjunct faculty members assess, plan, implement, and evaluate instruction for students in online and/or classroom settings in coordination with established course and program objectives. This part‑time adjunct faculty position seeks applicants for both 8‑week online asynchronous graduate courses and undergraduate online and/or onsite courses in Fort Wayne, IN.

Adjuncts must demonstrate willingness and ability to support and actively contribute to the Catholic and Franciscan mission and values of the university.

Business Law Expertise

• U.S. legal and government systems
• The role of the law and legal systems in the business environment, including U.S. Constitution, interstate commerce, and contract law (public vs. private)
• Scenarios involving basic agency, contracts, torts, intellectual property (IP), and other business law concepts
• Distinguishing types of business entities and identifying advantages, disadvantages, structuring and financing issues, tax considerations, founder/investor conflicts, liquidity and exit issues
• Comparing various forms of conflict resolution, including litigation and alternative dispute resolution, and when to use them

Major Responsibilities

• Review the course prior to publication and suggest improvements
• Post announcements to keep students informed
• Respond to student or other Saint Francis communications in a timely manner
• Actively engage with students via discussion forums, email, and/or optional synchronous sessions
• Grade assignments in a timely manner and provide detailed feedback

Faculty Responsibilities

• Adhere to all university academic and employment policies identified in the Employee and Faculty handbooks, Saint Francis Policy Library, and academic catalogs
• Participate in assessment of curriculum in coordination with the Graduate Business Programs Director
• Attend adjunct meetings as requested
• Respect the moral and religious beliefs of the university and students; use discretion when expressing personal beliefs and views. Faculty are entitled to freedom in the classroom; academic freedom does not include teaching controversial matters unrelated to the subject. No faculty member is free to promote or advocate anything in opposition to Catholic faith or morals.
• Actively contribute to the Catholic and Franciscan mission and values of the university

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• J.D., or a PhD. or DBA within a business law emphasis preferred
• A graduate degree, work experience or teaching experience in Law, or related field, and the ability to teach ethics and law in an applied format.

Experience

• Prior post‑secondary teaching experience preferred
• Five years’ professional experience within the discipline preferred

Knowledge and Skills

• Competence in educational principles, instructional methods, evaluation techniques and technology used in higher education classrooms, laboratory and clinical settings
• Knowledge of the profession, including theory and practice, procedures, and regulations
• Proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written and electronic) necessary to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical affiliates, and the community
• Skill in goal setting and team building
• Analytical and organizational skills to plan, implement, and evaluate program activities
• Honesty and loyalty to the University and support its mission and religious affiliation
• Ability to coordinate services to the needs of diverse populations within the time and financial limits of the institution
• Willingness to work irregular and sometimes long hours, including weekends and university breaks