Title: Visiting Instructor of Business, Stoltz School of Business
VP Area: VP for Academic Affairs
Department: School of Business
Position Compensation: $60,000 - $65,000
Location: University Campus - St. Paul, Minnesota
Who We Are:
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.
Position is an annual contract with possible renewal for up to 2 years.
Position Summary:
The Stoltz School of Business Visiting Instructor of Business is responsible to teach a range of business courses at the undergraduate level (and potentially graduate level), contribute to curriculum development and advise students in alignment with the mission of the University of Northwestern – St. Paul. Additional responsibilities include supporting recruitment and retention efforts, utilizing technology effectively in instruction, and engaging in professional development to maintain expertise in current entrepreneurial practices and pedagogy. The role will also support the cultivation of an entrepreneurial mindset across the Stoltz School of Business and the wider university community.
Key Responsibilities:
• Teaching & Instruction: Teach undergraduate and graduate business courses across face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats in key areas of need and based on expertise. Courses may include such areas as supply chain, operations, entrepreneurship, ethics, global business, HR, small business management, new venture development, innovation, and design thinking.
• Curriculum Development: Contribute to curriculum design, course development, program assessment, and alignment of business and entrepreneurship offerings across academic programs.
• Student Success & Mentorship: Support student success through mentorship, networking, and experiential learning such as pitch competitions, accelerators/incubators, and venture consulting.
• Recruitment & Retention: Support strategies for student recruitment, retention, and alumni engagement within business programs.
• Technology Integration: Use educational technologies to enhance teaching effectiveness and communication.
• Professional Development: Stay current with business trends and higher education teaching practices through continued training and education. Build strong partnerships with local entrepreneurs, start-ups, nonprofits, and community organizations to enhance applied learning opportunities
• Institutional Service: Participate in school and university committees and other service opportunities as needed. Attend required meetings and special events as assigned.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students, all employees act as a minister of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students in growing intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to mature in their faith.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Master’s degree in Business, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Leadership, or a closely related field
• Minimum of three (3) years of professional business experience
• Desire to pursue scholarship that integrates entrepreneurship and Christian faith
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community
Nice To Have:
• Doctoral degree (PhD, DBA) in a business or entrepreneurial discipline.
• Prior college-level teaching experience.
Key Skills:
• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• Background Check: Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.
Work Environment:
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.
All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.