Adjunct - Business

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The incumbent Adjunct supporting the College of Business will be expected to provide classroom instruction in a variety of business disciplines, including but not limited to:
Accounting, Construction Management, Economics, Finance, Human Resources, Information Systems, International Business, Management and Marketing;
Develop a syllabus and assignments that meet course objectives; conference with students, maintain records on and evaluate student performance.

Open to on-site (Honolulu, HI) and remote applicants.

$1,150 per credit - Doctorate candidates
$1,050 per credit - Masters candidates

• A Master’s degree in business or a closely related field; or a Bachelor’s degree with at least five years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven successful college-level teaching experience.
• Proficiency in relevant areas of business expertise.

• A graduate degree in a related field with a minimum of five years of professional experience in relevant business disciplines (e.g., industry, consulting, or government).
• Successful college-level teaching experience, ideally at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Professional certifications related to the discipline (e.g., CPA for Accounting, CFA for Finance, PMP for Management).
• Experience in curriculum development and innovation in teaching methods, including online and hybrid course delivery.
• Ability to integrate real-world business scenarios and case studies into the classroom to enhance student learning.
• Strong commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
• Evidence of continued professional development in the field (e.g., research, publications, participation in industry associations).

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship and relocation allowance is not available for this position.
• Report to work obligations to support the department, which may require work during HPU’s winter break, if necessary.
• Must meet training and background check qualifications.
• Able to teach classes scheduled during days, evenings, and weekends.
• Able to teach classes at multiple locations on Oahu.
• Successful candidate will be able to work in an environment that requires excellent time and stress management skills.

• Develop syllabi in line with model syllabi, assigned textbooks, and department, college, and university policies (8%)
• Prepare individual classes; maintain records of student progress and assign grades (72%)
• Hold office hours and respond to student questions (1 hour/course) (12%)
• Participate in training sessions (3%)
• Perform other related duties as assigned (5%)
  • Actively participates as an effective member of the team by completing assigned duties, accepting additional assignments or reassignments.

This description is not designed to list all activities, duties or responsibilities which may be required for this job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned at any time.

Hawaii Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable environment in which faculty and staff can excel irrespective of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or any other protected class covered by state and federal law. Hawaii Pacific University encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities.

A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

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