Olivet College Looking for Assistant/Associate Professor of Business & Director of Graduate Business Programs Full Time

Olivet College, a liberal arts college in south central Michigan with a long-standing commitment to inclusion and diversity, invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Business & Director of Graduate Business Programs.

This full-time tenure track faculty position will be responsible for leading and overseeing the successful operation of the college’s successful online MBA program and expanding the college’s online graduate business offerings. The college’s MBA program has strengths in insurance and risk management and has historically enrolled professionals from within the insurance industry. Expansion into other fields as well as the development of other graduate-level degrees in business and management are planned.

Given the college’s commitment to supporting a diverse and inclusive faculty, members of historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position Requirements: Earned doctorate in business-related field will receive priority consideration; ABD, MBA, or master’s degree in a business-related discipline will be considered with significant experience in the relevant industry or disciplinary area.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated successful teaching at the graduate level, preferably in an online environment, and will have significant professional experience. Candidates must indicate a clear commitment to adult professional education and provide evidence of the ability to create positive and engaging course experiences for adult learners. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in academic program innovation and development as well as demonstrated competence working with culturally diverse groups in teaching, scholarship, and/or service. Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to develop relationships with industry executives and other leaders in a wide variety of career fields, to include the development or nurturing of advisory committees, with an end goal of creating high-quality graduate programs in business at the college. Candidates who are passionate about teaching and mentoring graduate students in a collegial and engaging online academic environment are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position Responsibilities:  Along with the leadership and program development responsibilities of the position, the successful candidate will be expected to teach within the college’s online business graduate programs with course releases provided for the administrative responsibilities of the position. Instruction of courses within the undergraduate business program could occur depending upon workload and availability. Olivet faculty are responsible for course delivery and curriculum development, as well as engagement with students in the capacity of mentor and academic advisor. Along with instruction and student engagement, faculty responsibilities include scholarship and service to the college, the discipline or profession, and the larger society. The faculty member will be expected to participate in the academic life of the Business Department and the college.

Starting Date: August 1, 2022. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue as required.

Application Process: Click on the application link below to go to the online application site. Once in the Career Center, click on the “Faculty, Business/Director of Graduate Business Programs” title to view the posting and click “Apply” to set up a profile and upload the following materials:

1. 1. Letter of application;
   2. Current resume or curriculum vitae with contact information for three references;
   3. One-page statement of your interest in and experience with working with a diverse population of students in a multi-ethnic environment;
   4. Statement of teaching philosophy and approach to the assessment of student learning;
   5. Transcript from the highest degree-granting institution related to the position (official or unofficial) and/or documentation of graduate coursework or relevant certification in the area of instruction; and
   6. Student evaluations (if available).

Offer of hire is contingent upon receipt of official transcripts, completion of a background check, and verification of information submitted.

About the College: Olivet College was founded in 1844 as a college open to all regardless of race, gender, or ability to pay. The college’s faculty and staff continue its tradition of creating and sustaining a welcoming and inclusive educational environment for students. The college is one of the most diverse private liberal arts institutions in the state of Michigan and actively seeks diversity in its students, faculty, and staff. Students from underrepresented minorities constituted 26% of the fall 2021 student body, with over 17% of the student body identifying as African American. The student body is a mix of urban and rural students from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds, many of whom are first-generation college attendees. The college’s faculty and staff are committed to providing personalized, individualized attention for students who commit themselves to seeking academic and personal success.