Adjunct Professor – Finance/Economics

Lincoln University
      30+ days ago

      Job Description

       
      Job Title:                    Adjunct Professor – Finance/Economics
      Classification:            Part-Time, Temporary
      Division:                     Academic Affairs
      Department:              Business & Entrepreneurial Studies
      Reports To:                Department Chair
      Work Location:         Main Campus (In-Person)
       
       
      OVERVIEW:
      Lincoln University (LU), a historically black, regional, comprehensive, liberal arts college and university is a state-related institution within the Pennsylvania Higher Education System. The university enrolls over 2,000 students, employs more than 100 full-time faculty members, and offers more than 30 undergraduate programs, and selected graduate programs.
       
      SUMMARY:
      This is a part-time, in-person opportunity, for an Adjunct Professor to facilitate undergraduate courses in the fields of Finance/Economics. A successful candidate should possess the ability to engage thought, encourage questions, and guide meaningful application of content presented within the classroom both to individual students and the collective group of learners. This position would include a range of subject matters in the disciplines of Finance/Economics.
       
      ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
      • Teach in-person undergraduate courses as assigned by the Department Chair, in the disciplines of Finance/Economics.
      • Prepare syllabi according to the University/Department guidelines provided.
      • Compile, administer, and grade all homework assignments, projects, papers, and exams needed to promote comprehensive learning of the subject matter(s) presented.
      • Present course content, assignments, and other supporting materials relevant to the course on the Learning Management System (LMS) to allow for easy student access.
      • Provide multiple graded artifacts (assignments, projects, exams) for the assessment of the course as needed.
       
      QUALIFICATIONS:
      • Master’s degree (or higher) in Finance/Economics disciplines required.
      • Prior teaching experience in a University/College setting preferred.
      • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
       
      WORK ENVIRONMENT:
      Work is primarily performed in a university campus environment and requires a flexible schedule. Occasional travel for conferences of other departmental administrative work is expected. The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions - protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
       
      PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
      Moderate lifting up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and body mobility to stoop, kneel, bend and reach.
       
      APPLICATION GUIDELINES:
      All applications should be submitted through the online portal. Only complete applications will be considered. Applicants must submit the following:
       
      • Letter of interest from applicant.
      • Curriculum vitae that includes education, experience, and other contributions/awards relevant to this position.
      • Copies of all college/university transcripts verifying completion and coursework studied.
      • Provide (3) professional reference letters.
       
      Lincoln University is a equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. The University is committed to enriching it's educational experience and culture by fostering a dynamic and inclusive faculty, administration, and staff. 

      Numbers & Facts

      Location
      Websitehttp://www.lincoln.edu/careers

      Skills

      • Academic Affairsunmatched
      • College Level Facultyunmatched
      • Communication Skillsunmatched
      • Conferencesunmatched
      • Economicsunmatched
      • Entrepreneurshipunmatched
      • Faculty Administrationunmatched
      • Financeunmatched
      • Learning Management System (LMS)unmatched
      • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
      • Training/Teachingunmatched
      • Writing Skillsunmatched

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