Assistant Professor of Business; Part-Time

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) is seeking applications for a part-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Business with an anticipated start of August 2026
. We are particularly interested in individuals with expertise in a DBA program in which students are mentored through the dissertation from the beginning of their graduate program. Experience successfully mentoring students through the dissertation, and a proven record of training and guiding other mentors is particularly desirable.

• Teach courses in the undergraduate, MBA and DBA programs, commensurate with their area of expertise.
• Engage in curriculum development and contribute to program assessment and student learning evaluation.
• Mentor graduate students in the College of Business graduate programs from the generation of the initial research question through proposal defense, and completion of the final dissertation defense.
• Advise and mentor students in their academic and professional development.
• Engage in scholarship and professional development in business or related fields.
• Participate in service activities within the university and broader professional communities.
• Support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS).

• Doctorate Degree in Business or closely related field (ABD candidates nearing completion may also be considered).
• At least one year of teaching experience at the doctoral level in business, law, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in business and mentor graduate students into and through the dissertation process.
• Evidence of scholarly or professional engagement in business research and/or business education.
• Commitment to student success, innovative pedagogy, and faith-integrated education.

• Experience teaching in both face-to-face (may be synchronous online) and asynchronous online instructional formats.
• Experience mentoring and guiding students and graduates toward publication of their doctoral research.
• Industry experience in business-related higher education.
• Familiarity with Christian higher education and mission-driven teaching.

Faculty rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and/or health savings account (HSA)
• Basic and supplemental life, accidental death and dismemberment, and critical illness insurance
• Retirement pension and savings plans
• Tuition benefits for employees and their dependents
• Professional development opportunities

Salary: $30,000 - $50,000 per year

Concordia University Chicago does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs.