Associate Faculty - Master's in Business Administration

Job Description

Job Description

WHY POST?

Post University has an immediate opening for exceptional Associate Faculty – Master's in Business Administration.   Post University is a legendary, dynamic, growth-oriented organization of passionate, diverse professionals united in pursuit of life-changing service to countless students.  Our “Make It Personal-” mission is the driving tenet that shapes all aspects of how we treat students and each other.  The Post University’s success story is well positioned to be second to none.  As our amazing story unfolds, the Associate Faculty – Master's in Business Administration will help build and sustain a distinct, transformative culture that achieves Post’s imagined future priorities.  

POSITION SUMMARY & SCOPE: 

At Post University, our Associate Faculty are dynamic, professional educators. They skillfully engage with students by delivering exceptional, personalized learning and student coaching experiences that add unique value in helping students fulfill their career goals. Associate Faculty invest wholeheartedly in students’ future through their caring time, talents, expertise, and energy. This position shares equal accountability for each student’s success, which explains why the position is not referred to as ‘adjunct.’ Our Associate Faculty are a vital and valued part of our student’s learning experience and will support student learning in the assigned courses. 

  This posting is for a part-time position on Post’s main campus in Waterbury, CT, and is not a remote opportunity.  Candidates with applicable terminal degrees are desired. The university reserves the right to fill positions as necessary under this posting.  Please submit a resume demonstrating applicable work experience and an unofficial copy of your transcripts showing applicable human resource-related coursework with your application.    

  PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

• Provides service to students in and out of the classroom through engaging classroom instruction in alignment with Post University’s Associate Faculty expectations.
• Maintains subject matter expertise in core MBA disciplines, including but not limited to Strategic Management, Financial Management, Marketing, Operations Management, Organizational Behavior, Leadership, Economics, Accounting, and Business Ethics.
• While performing this role, adhere to all Post University best practices, protocols, policies, procedures, and applicable laws or regulations.
• Nurtures creditable student relations through the highest quality student evaluations.   
• Other expectations are assigned and completed on a discretionary basis.   

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Under the direction of the PC or APC:
  
  Facilitate Class Instruction. The Associate Faculty member is responsible for teaching the assigned class in accordance with learning outcomes and syllabi specified by the Assistant/ Program Chair of the area and by the university.
  
  Classroom Management: The Associate Faculty member is responsible for adhering to all Post University policies and guidelines as they pertain to course conduct and academic expectations for engagement. As the primary contact with students in the course, the Associate Faculty member is expected to work closely with the Assistant/Program Chair and Student Advising to address areas of concern.
  
  Evaluate Student Performance. The Associate Faculty member is expected to administer evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and course rubrics. All interim course grades will be posted on the Blackboard Grade Center. Final course grades will be posted in the university’s system, known as WebReg.
  
  Adhere to Course Guidelines. The Associate Faculty member is responsible for participating in any discussion boards, class discussions, and chat sessions as determined by the course. The Assistant/Program Chair shall set the required minimum. Still, it should be recognized that Post University requires all Instructors to fully engage students and maintain a high-touch effort with students.
  
  Respond Promptly to Grade Determination. The Associate Faculty member should submit grades for any assignments, discussion board exercises, and exams and course completion according to the established requirements.
  
  Input Final Grades in WebReg and into the Blackboard Grade Center (if applicable).
  
  As required, participate in and coordinate end-of-class “close the loop” meetings with APM.

Requirements:
All associate faculty members must have at the minimum, a master’s degree, and significant experience in their area of instruction. In addition, each Associate Faculty member must have college transcripts (official) on file with Associate Experience/Human Resources to be considered for employment. Each Associate Faculty member will also complete a training session before his/her first teaching assignment at Post University.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES 

• Directly related doctoral-level degree preferred.  
• College teaching experience (two or more years) is desired. 
• Desire to experience 21st-century models of teaching and learning.
• Possess integrity and work ethic.
• Has superior relationship-building skills with students or other associates.
• Demonstrates affinity for the mission of higher education.
• Has computer and systems usage competency. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Learning Management Systems, and business software applications are desired.
• Possess the flexibility to adapt to a changing and dynamic environment.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:                                    

This job is light manual work in nature. Some physical requirements include:

• Prolonged periods are sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• At times, must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.