Evergreen Adjunct Faculty - Finance

Howard Payne University • Brownwood, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Howard Payne University seeks to employ evangelical Christians dedicated to teaching and service, modeling Christian faith and the University’s sincere religious beliefs. The University is committed to integrating learning and Christian faith. Employees are expected to embrace the Christian Mission Statement and Core Values, supporting the University’s affirmation of traditional Christian and Baptist beliefs by leading lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities. This posting establishes an ongoing pool of candidates for adjunct instructor positions in the School of Business, with primary teaching needs in Finance. Applications will be reviewed when openings are available. Hired adjunct faculty will teach assigned finance courses and support the school’s commitment to preparing career-ready, faith-formed business graduates who are grounded ethically, prepared professionally, and connected to employer and community needs.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in finance or a closely related field, or at least 18 graduate-level hours in finance, is required.
• Must support the University’s affirmation of traditional Christian and Baptist beliefs by leading lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities both on campus and through a local church.
• Must embrace the Christian Mission Statement and Core Values of the University.

Nice To Haves

• A Ph.D., DBA, CFA, CFP, CPA, or other relevant professional certification is preferred.
• Prior university teaching experience is preferred.
• Professional experience in banking, investments, financial planning, corporate finance, insurance, real estate, or related financial services areas is also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches one or more subjects within the Department for the course/s which you have been appointed to teach for the particular academic semester/term
• Prepares and delivers instruction to students via mode as discussed with supervisor (online, hybrid, and/or face-to-face)
• Meets classes as scheduled
• Compiles, administers, and grades examinations and other student learning assignments
• Reports student attendance electronically, via Brightspace or Gateway.
• Assesses and reports student achievement validly and reliably
• Communicates with students consistently and in a timely manner
• Connects finance course content to professional practice, ethical decision-making, career readiness, and business applications relevant to students’ future work and service.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level