Lead Faculty, Business and Management

Overview

Franklin University, located in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a dedicated and experienced full-time, 12-month Business and Management Lead Faculty to oversee undergraduate and graduate programs within the Ross College of Business. This role encompasses course development, faculty mentorship, teaching, and active participation in university committees and professional networks. The ideal candidate should be able to work a hybrid schedule on campus, allowing for regular in-person engagement with faculty, staff, and students.

However, consideration will be given to candidates who work remotely, provided they commit to being onsite as needed to support departmental initiatives, collaboration, and university events. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in business education, shaping the success of both students and faculty.

• Develop, maintain, and enhance course content, activities, and assignments to ensure a high-quality learning experience.
• Establish course standards, maintain consistency in course delivery, and implement assessment procedures in collaboration with adjunct faculty.
• Teach courses and serve as a substitute instructor when needed.
• Mentor adjunct faculty through observations, faculty meetings, and professional development activities.
• Recruit, assign, and evaluate faculty in alignment with university policies.
• Manage course schedules, update curriculum information, and support university events.

• Earned doctorate in Business, Management, or a related field from an institutionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of 10 years of practical experience across various areas within the discipline.
• At least five years of university-level teaching experience, including both undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Strong commitment to collaboration and collegiality, with an understanding of higher education regulations, compliance requirements, and accrediting agencies.
• Excellent multitasking abilities and the capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of academic excellence.

Founded in 1902, Franklin University has built its reputation on removing barriers to higher education for ambitious adults who balance their educational goals with other commitments. Accredited and nonprofit, Franklin has earned its long-standing reputation as an innovator in online education. The University offers applied, in-demand undergraduate, master's and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals.

From entrepreneurs to CEOs, more than 50,000 Franklin alumni can be found around the world contributing to the communities in which they live and work.

Franklin offers a competitive benefits package, incentive program and free parking. In addition, Franklin provides free undergraduate tuition for employees and immediate family members, graduate tuition assistance for full-time employees and immediate family members, and a discount on doctoral tuition for employees.

Franklin University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Franklin does not discriminate on the basis of age, religion, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, disability, or veteran or military status.

We embrace diversity and strive to create an environment where students, faculty and staff feel a sense of belonging. We recognize that our collective potential can only be realized when difference is valued, equal access to opportunity is sought, and inclusion is practiced.