Adjunct Faculty - Graduate Business (Finance)

Davita Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution is seeking an Adjunct Faculty in Finance to teach various finance courses online. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in Finance and have prior teaching experience. This role offers competitive compensation of $900 per credit, and successful candidates can benefit from a strong support system in an inclusive environment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Education assistance programs

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in Finance (undergraduate and/or graduate level) is required.
• Ability to teach a range of finance courses is essential.
• Experience with curriculum design and course development is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction in Finance courses.
• Foster an engaging online learning environment.
• Continuously improve course materials and teaching methods.

Skills

Digital Literacy

Communication

Engagement

Adaptability

Time Management

Feedback

Cultural Awareness

Education

Doctoral degree in Finance

Tools

Online teaching platforms (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard)

Job description

Description

To participate in a remote work arrangement, employees must reside in the United States. No remote work arrangement will be considered for working from outside the United States.

If you are a current employee, faculty or adjunct instructor at Herzing University (not a Contractor or temporary employee through a staffing agency), please click here to log in to UKG and then navigate to Menu > Myself > My Company > View Opportunities to apply using the internal application process.

Requirements:

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  A doctoral degree in Finance (Ph.D., DBA, or equivalent) from an accredited institution.

  
  


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  College or university teaching experience in Finance (undergraduate and/or graduate level).

  
  


• Demonstrated ability to teach a range of finance courses (e.g., Corporate Finance, Investments, Financial Markets, International Finance).


• Experience with curriculum design and course development.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with online and hybrid teaching platforms (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, or similar learning management systems).


• Relevant industry experience in Finance (e.g., banking, investments, corporate finance, consulting) to bridge theory and practice in the classroom.

Unofficial transcripts will be requested during the application process. Please also note that official transcripts are required if an offer of employment is made.

Compensation for this position is $900 per credit. Adjunct Faculty are eligible to participate in the Herzing 401(k) plan with a generous company match and our excellent education assistance programs! Use the following link into your search bar to learn more about careers at Herzing University: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPDCRvjmzHM&t=3s

Primary Responsibilities:
The position's responsibilities fall into eight basic areas.

• Subject Matter Expertise


• Effective Communication


• Pedagogical Mastery


• Operational Excellence


• Appreciation and Promotion of Diversity


• Assessment of Student Learning


• Utilization of Technology to Enhance Teaching and Learning


• Continuous Improvement

Key Skills and Competencies:
* Digital Literacy: Proficiency with online teaching platforms and digital tools.
* Communication: Ability to convey complex ideas simply and effectively in a virtual setting.
* Engagement: Skill in fostering interactive and engaging online learning environments.
* Adaptability: Capacity to adjust teaching strategies based on student feedback and evolving tech tools.
* Time Management: Effective planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks in a remote teaching setting.
* Feedback: Ability to provide constructive feedback to enhance student learning.
* Cultural Awareness: Sensitivity and adaptability to diverse student backgrounds and needs.

These competencies, as identified by the University's academic community, encompass the knowledge, skills, and behaviors essential to a faculty member's success in the classroom and provide the basis for the faculty hiring, evaluation and development process.

Herzing University is committed to providing a diverse environment and is dedicated to fostering a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect. It provides an inclusive and collegial community where individuals are valued, heard and empowered to contribute to the effectiveness of the institution.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

It is the university's practice to recruit and hire without discrimination because of skin color, gender, religion, LGBTQi2+ status, disability status, age, country of birth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. https://www.herzing.edu/about/diversity

Herzing University prohibits sex-based discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.herzing.edu/title-ix

Equal Opportunity Employer

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