Adjunct Faculty – Introduction to Marketing – (Spring 2027)

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 4,000 - 6,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits for adjunct employees

401(k) retirement plan

Employee perks and discounts

On-campus fitness and wellness资源

Job summary

Grand Canyon University in Phoenix seeks an adjunct instructor for Introduction to Marketing for Spring 2027. In-person instruction, facilitate class discussions, and guide students through marketing concepts and strategies.

Minimum qualifications include an MBA with 5 years of marketing experience; a PhD/DBA in a related field is preferred, MBA required if Doctorate is not in business. This mission-driven role emphasizes ethics and servant leadership.

Qualifications

• MBA with 5 years of marketing experience.
• PhD/DBA Marketing Doctorate preferred.
• MBA required if Doctorate is not in business discipline.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate classroom instruction and discussions
• Engage students in achieving course learning outcomes
• Assess student performance and provide feedback
• Incorporate current industry knowledge and best practices into teaching
• Support the mission and values of Grand Canyon University

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Student assessment

Course facilitation

Education

MBA

PhD/DBA

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Make a Difference at Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon University (GCU) is seeking passionate adjunct instructors to help prepare the next generation of professionals and leaders. As an adjunct, you will provide engaging, high-quality instruction while supporting student success in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. The Colangelo College of Business is a Christian business school for servant leaders and innovation based upon ethics, purpose and stakeholder integration to help communities prosper and flourish.

Introduction to Marketing

This course introduces models and practices used by contemporary marketers in fast-paced, dynamic, domestic and global markets, including the marketing concept and processes for developing, implementing, and assessing the effectiveness of marketing plans. Building from a foundational understanding of consumer behavior and marketing research, students examine the development and implementation of marketing mix strategies and tactics with an emphasis of how marketing integrates within all aspects of business.

Why Work at GCU?

Benefits for adjunct employees include:

• Tuition benefits for adjunct employees
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee perks and discounts
• On-campus fitness and wellness resources

Location

GCU Main Campus – Phoenix, AZ

In-person, on-campus instruction

Term

Spring 2027 (01/04/27 – 04/25/2027)

What You Will Do

• Facilitate classroom instruction and discussions
• Engage students in achieving course learning outcomes
• Assess student performance and provide feedback
• Incorporate current industry knowledge and best practices into teaching
• Support the mission and values of Grand Canyon University

What You Will Bring

• Minimum Qualifications: Masters in Business Administration (MBA) 5 years marketing experience
• Preferred Qualifications: PhD/DBA Marketing Doctorate in a related business discipline. Masters in Business Administration (MBA) required if Doctorate is not in a business discipline

Additional Information

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

All staff and faculty candidates will be asked to review GCU’s Staff or Faculty expectations as part of the application process.

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good.