Visiting Faculty: Business Administration

Visiting Faculty- Business AdministrationTeaches 3 semester hours (SH) per academic year in Business Administration. As part of a close-knit, student-centered liberal arts college, Principia College faculty help prepare students for meaningful lives and careers through rigorous academics and applied learning experiences, including internships, study abroad, projects, and capstones. Our faculty also support Christian Science-based character education in accord with Principia's Mission and Guiding Statements. Principia College values a passion for educating, a commitment to scholarly engagement, and a spirit of service and collegiality. You will be a primary contributor to delivering on Principia's academic vision:"Principia College's academic unit strives to create a collaborative and inclusive academic community where everyone feels a sense of belonging and sees each other as infinitely capable and divinely whole. Our rigorous globally-focused curriculum and character-based approach honors diverse perspectives and develops creative problem solvers who use their academic skills to benefit their communities and the world."At our award-winning Early Childhood through grade 12 Principia School in St. Louis, Missouri, and top-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education—blending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principia's team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of alumni and friends.At Principia College, our globally-focused curriculum honors diverse perspectives and develops creative changemakers who use their academic skills for good in service to themselves, their communities, and the world. In-depth study meets real-world experience through study abroad programs, internships, capstone projects, and a robust slate of student activities, including a world-renowned mediation team, top-ranked solar car team, and the nation's oldest student-run public affairs conference.Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrow's leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and are valued.Primary ResponsibilitiesTeaches 3 semester hours in Business Administration: Financial AccountingIs an active character educator in accordance with Principia's missionSupports metaphysically the mission and goals of the institution and its operationsMaintains office hoursMeets with students for academic supportPrepares for, teaches, and measures student learning for assigned courses within the context of Principia's philosophy of liberal arts educationCore CompetenciesContinuous Learning & Expertise: Demonstrates mastery in your area of responsibility and seeks opportunities for professional growth and development.Accountability & Results Orientation: Manages time and priorities effectively, meets commitments, and consistently delivers high-quality outcomes.Problem Solving & Judgment: Approaches challenges thoughtfully, considers multiple perspectives, and makes sound, timely decisions that support institutional goals.Proactivity & Ownership: Takes initiative, anticipates needs, and drives projects forward with minimal supervision while taking responsibility for outcomes.Excellence & Attention to Detail: Produces accurate, polished, and high-quality work; continuously looks for ways to improve systems, processes, and results.Service Orientation: Builds positive, supportive relationships and responds promptly and professionally to the needs of students, colleagues, and other stakeholders.Collaboration & Collegiality: Works cooperatively across departments and teams; values input from others and contributes to a positive, respectful environment.Communication: Shares information clearly and concisely; listens carefully to others and adjusts communication style for different audiences and situations.Inclusion & Belonging: Demonstrates respect for all people; values diverse perspectives and fosters a culture of inclusion, belonging, and mutual respect.Minimum QualificationsSupportive of Principia's guiding statements as articulated here 's Degree in Business, Ph.D. in Business Finance preferred.Willingness to be an academic generalist who is able to teach multiple areas within the disciplineAbility to work with a range of students and skill levelsClassroom teaching experience or work with college-aged students preferredDemonstrated facility and comfort with navigating and leveraging a learning management systemThe statements above describe the general nature and level of work but are not a complete list of responsibilities and are subject to change at the discretion of Principia.Compensation and BenefitsWe offer a competitive starting salary range for this position, commensurate with experience and qualifications.Equal OpportunityPrincipia, a mission-driven institution, believes every person has the right to an equitable and respectful educational environment and workplace. Principia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender (identity or expression), sexual orientation, family status, disability, age, or military or veteran status.In hiring, admissions, and related decisions, Principia—as an institution with a religious mission—gives preference, where appropriate, to Christian Scientists The Principia