Business Faculty

Position Overview

Nelson University seeks a dynamic full‑time faculty member to join our Department of Business within the College of Business & Education. The ideal candidate will have a passion for business education, program development, and student mentorship within our faith‑based academic environment.

• Deliver a 4/4 course load (24 credit hours per year) in business‑related courses.
• Develop and implement course syllabi that integrate business and faith‑based perspectives.
• Maintain 8 regular office hours per week to support student learning (in‑person and online).
• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the areas of business, management, and other areas as assigned based on academic qualifications.
• Develop and deliver curriculum that integrates academic excellence with a biblical worldview.

• Develop and shape the curriculum for the business management program as Management Program Coordinator.
• Support accreditation and assessment initiatives as needed.
• Mentor and advise students in their academic, spiritual, and professional development.
• Foster partnerships with organizations through internships to provide practical training opportunities for students.

• Participate in departmental and university‑wide committees (1–2 per academic year).
• Attend university events, faculty meetings, and chapel services (three times weekly).
• Complete New Faculty Orientation.
• Participate in Faculty In‑service each semester.
• Stay current in business trends and industry best practices.

• Faith Commitment
  : A strong commitment to the Christian faith and the mission and core values of Nelson University.
• Education
  :
  Minimum of a Master’s degree in a business field with at least 18 graduate hours in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, or Management. Doctorate in business is preferred; ABD status with intent to complete within two years will be considered.
• Experience
  :
  Evidence of successful marketplace experience; a proved record of senior‑level leadership in a business field is preferred. Experience and/or knowledge or ability in teaching in both on‑campus and online delivery formats.
• Skills
  :
  Strong teaching and communication skills; ability to inspire and mentor students from diverse backgrounds; proficiency in integrating faith and learning in the classroom and beyond.

Anticipated start date is August 2026, with hiring decisions finalized by May 2026. Faculty contracts follow a 9½‑month academic calendar (August through mid‑May) with pay calculated to a 12‑month payout.

Nelson University offers competitive faculty ranks—Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor—with compensation tailored to your qualifications and experience. Annual contracts are renewable based on successful performance reviews by the Chair, Dean, and the Vice President for Academics.

At Nelson University, you will join a close‑knit academic community that values excellence, innovation, and spiritual formation. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the next generation of leaders while integrating your Christian faith into all aspects of teaching and mentoring.

Nelson University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse academic community within our faith‑based environment.