Adjunct Faculty, Business

About UsSince 1974, Life University has been a trailblazer in postsecondary education, seeking individuals eager to join our team dedicated to shaping the future of health and wellness education. Situated in Marietta, Georgia, our university’s campus provides a nurturing, yet dynamic environment for academic and personal growth. We are a specialized institution focused on vitalistic education in the fields of healthcare, business administration, and the social sciences, providing a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees alongside our flagship Doctor of Chiropractic program. As we continue our mission to empower students and pioneer innovative approaches to vitalistic education, we are actively seeking passionate professionals to join us in our commitment to excellence. Service Lasting PurposeAt Life University, our mission extends beyond education—we strive to embody a Lasting Purpose: To Give, To Do, To Love, To Serve—out of your own abundance. Life University’s guiding principle is to live an inner-directed life, recognizing that the willingness and desire to serve your community and your fellow human beings are just as important as academic pursuits. This philosophy drives our commitment to our students, staff, and the broader community, inspiring us to make meaningful contributions to the world through the transformative power of education and service. We believe that everyone has unique gifts, and as a member of the global community, it is our duty to share those gifts generously, living by the principle of giving, doing, loving, and serving out of abundance. Life University is looking for an experienced, highly committed individual to serve at our Marietta, Georgia campus as an Adjunct Faculty member in the business program. The successful candidate will fulfill the educational mission of the department, the college and the university in cooperation with the other members of the department and others in the university community. In addition to teaching face-to-face classes in various day and evening times, the adjunct faculty member will follow the curriculum set by the department. The adjunct faculty is responsible for managing, responding to and resolving reports and allegations of violations, as well as assessing the effectiveness of the University’s conduct system. Life University has developed and implemented an Honor Code and Standards of Conduct, which serve as a set of expectations for the living and learning environment provided by the University. ResponsibilitiesComply with the Life University Honor Code as well as all university and college policies, including those in the Faculty Handbook.Primarily responsible for the instruction, supervision and evaluation of students in the classroom and/or laboratory setting as well as course assessments for the department.Prepare a syllabus for each course taught using the college template and post it to the class on the Blackboard site after approval from the Program Coordinator.Utilize strategies to relate technology concepts from class in a meaningful way to a range of students, especially for non-business majors.Teach class in a professional manner, teaching the material that is present in the syllabus and course outline while complying with guidance from the Program Coordinator.Start and end each class on time.Post in a prominent place your teaching and student office hours schedule for each quarter. (One student hour is required weekly per class in addition to class time). Be present during student office hours. Office hours are for the primary purpose of communicating with students regarding the courses you are teaching.Appropriately maintain all necessary records for each course taught.Submit IT work order requests as needed to address repairs and maintain the computer lab in optimum condition.Request peers to assist you in proctoring exams in very large classes. For large classes, every exam should have at least one proctor and the instructor present.Attend scheduled meetings and events as appropriate and as requested by supervisor or program coordinator.Cultivate in oneself and others an attitude of helpfulness, personal commitment to building relationships, managing to the best solution, and user friendly always. RequirementsMinimum of a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) or a masters degree in a related discipline.Substantial industry experience and industry Certification(s) preferred.Significant experience teaching face-to-face technology courses at the college level.Availability for travel to the Marietta campus multiple days throughout the week, with preference given to those with daytime schedule availability.Strong teaching and laboratory skills for face-to-face classes. (This position is not primarily for online classes.)Effective verbal and written communication skills.Commitment to maintain confidentiality in regard to students/employee information.Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects, adhering to strict timelines.Strong interpersonal skills.High degree of initiative and independent judgment.Well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities.Advanced multimedia and computer skills.