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Concordia University Chicago (CUC) seeks applications for part-time adjunct faculty for the College of Business (COB). Part-time teaching opportunities are available throughout the academic year, including summer sessions. Applicants with expertise that matches course scheduling needs will be contacted for an interview. Academic course schedules fluctuate from semester to semester. Courses are not guaranteed; however, the Department does its best to give ample notice about available courses and potential course cancellations.

Responsibilities/Duties: 

The College of Business offers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral (DBA) programs in business. The ideal candidate should be qualified to teach at any of these levels. It is expected that the candidate will have an academic degree and experience teaching in one of the disciplines offered within the College. See https://www.cuchicago.edu/academics/colleges/college-of-business/ for more details.

*This posting is primarily for the following areas: Accounting; Economics; Finance

**Daytime and evening campus-based availability are preferred.

Skill Sets: 

The College is seeking an energetic, entrepreneurial, and positive contributor. Candidates should have strong teaching skills, demonstrate initiative to be part of a community of practice, and possess the ability and experience to work with a diverse community of learners. The successful candidate will work well in a collaborative environment, be student-centered and ethical, and demonstrate a commitment to the University and the College's mission. The candidate will also understand and use the business applications of technology and social media. 

Minimum Experience Required:

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years of teaching experience in higher education in their field of study. They must also have relevant work experience in their field of specialization that can translate into real-world experiences for students and meet the criteria of both the HLC and ACBSP for highly qualified faculty. 

Education Requirements:

Terminal business degree preferred; master's degree in a related field is required 

Application Information:

Interested individuals should include a current cover letter, CV/resume, copy of transcripts from highest confirmed degree, and references with their online application.

Concordia 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.

About Concordia University Chicago:

Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Education, College of Graduate Studies, and College of Innovative and Professional Programs, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and in 2013 was named to the U.S. President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the fifth time. For the sixth consecutive year, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded more than 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more at CUChicago.edu.

Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth, integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world.