Adjunct Teaching - Public Service & Ethics - PSE 390: Ethics for Management

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 4,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham Young University invites applications for an adjunct teaching position in Public Service & Ethics (PSE 390: Ethics for Management), starting December 1, 2026. The role focuses on undergraduate ethics for management with an emphasis on professional communication, teaching using education technology, and AI-assisted writing.

Required is a Master’s degree by start date; prior teaching, writing, or leadership experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree completed by the start date.
• Teaching, writing, consulting, or leadership experience preferred.
• Must relocate to Utah for the duration of employment.
• Ability to use generative AI in the writing process.
• Demonstrated history of effective communication in business settings.
• Proficiency with presentation/education technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach ethics for management to undergraduate students as an adjunct.
• Provide timely, specific feedback to students.
• Counsel students about business processes.
• Navigate research databases and sources.
• Incorporate generative AI into writing activities.
• Deliver clear, engaging presentations and discussions.

Skills

Business communication

Public speaking

Educational tech

Research databases

Student feedback

Student counseling

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Teaching - Public Service & Ethics - PSE 390: Ethics for Management

Posting Close Date: October 23, 2026 *NOTE: Last day to apply is Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 11:59pm (MT)

Position Start Date: December 1, 2026

Required Degree: Master’s degree required (preferably in business, public administration, writing, or a related field). The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience: Teaching, writing, consulting, or leadership experience preferred.

Duties/Expectations:

• This is a part-time, adjunct position serving undergraduate students in ethics for management
• Demonstrable history of successful communication in business settings
• Skilled in using presentation/education technology
• Ability to navigate research databases
• Working understanding of using generative AI in the writing process
• Ability to provide timely, specific feedback to students
• Ability to counsel students about business processes

Documents Required at the Time of Application:

Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application. Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it "bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel" (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.

Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

The mission of Brigham Young University - founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.

BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education.

That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions:

• intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community
• commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments
• student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits
• excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship
• commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging
• a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
• a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others

BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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