Visiting Assistant Professor of Business; or Adjunct Instructor of Business; part-time

Visiting Assistant Professor of Business

Sweet Briar College - Sweet Briar, VA 24595

Position Type:
Full-Time/Part-Time Education Level: Terminal degree (Master, Ph.D.) Travel Percentage:
Negligible Category:
Education

Job Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor of Business (full-time) or Adjunct Instructor of Business (part-time)

Classification:
Full-time, one-year, benefits-eligible, non-tenure track faculty position or part-time adjunct faculty position

Reports To:

Social Sciences and Humanities Division Head

Job Summary/Objective:
Sweet Briar College invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Business or Adjunct Instructor of Business with the possibility of renewal. The successful candidate member will teach a variety of courses that lead to a B.A. in Business with a particular focus on teaching in marketing, will have the opportunity to make contributions to our innovative women's leadership core curriculum.

Sweet Briar is a liberal arts college for women with a long history of forging female leaders. Sweet Briar College is repeatedly named by the US News and World Report as one of the most innovative liberal arts colleges in the nation. Sweet Briar College is growing rapidly, attracting students who are drawn to it for its excellent liberal arts program, coupled with distinctive programs in women leadership, engineering, sustainability, arts and its legendary equestrian program.

Located in the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains approximately 12 miles north of Lynchburg and 54 miles south of Charlottesville. Its campus is one of the nation's most spectacular, replete with nature sanctuaries, lakes, forests, trails, and most recently, vineyards, apiary and greenhouses.

The College boasts a modern core curriculum focused on women's leadership in the 21st century and undergraduate programs in the arts, sciences and humanities, as well as a Master of Arts in Teaching. It is one of only two women's colleges in the United States with an ABET-accredited engineering degree. The women's leadership core curriculum is innovative and energizing.

When students graduate, they are persuasive communicators who know how to think on their feet and bring people together. No matter what they study or where they go, Sweet Briar women are prepared to lead. The campus community is a family of faculty, staff, coaches, and alumnae who support and encourage students and each other. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 8 to 1, students lead research, ask questions and forge supportive relationships with faculty that can last for decades.

Candidates ready to work with a diverse student body are especially welcome. Sweet Briar prides itself on creating a learning environment that encourages young women to fulfill their highest potential. Leadership in all walks of life is fostered by the special connections our faculty make with their students, and Sweet Briar women translate their academic experiences into interesting and important lives.

Required Qualifications:

• M.B.A. or D.B.A., or related degree, and a minimum of three years of relevant experience in marketing, or a Ph.
  
  D. in a relevant field;
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and excellent communication skills

Other Duties:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

How to Apply:

. All applications should include:
1) cover letter;
2) CV;
3) statement of teaching philosophy; and
4) the names and full contact information for three professional references. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Sweet Briar College is committed to enhancing our community and encourages applications from qualified individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences and ideas who would increase the diversity of the College.

The salary range for the Full Time position is $55,000.00- $65,000.00 per year. This is commensurate with education and experience and will be determined in accordance with institutional guidelines.

The salary range for the adjunct position is $3,500.00- $5,500 per course. This is commensurate with education and experience and will be determined in accordance with institutional guidelines.