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Adjunct Faculty Pool (Online), Pepperdine Graziadio Business School in West LA Campus
Under the supervision of the Department Chair, adjunct faculty members are responsible for teaching assigned courses in accordance with learning objectives. Adjunct faculty positions are temporary positions, based on need and availability in a geographical area. Pepperdine seeks individuals willing to share expertise and knowledge and capable of teaching in a virtual environment.
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Associate Professor of Law or Professor of Law in Malibu Campus
Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law is seeking applications for both entry-level and lateral candidates to join our vibrant community. We invite candidates with research and teaching interests across all areas of law to apply, and have particular teaching needs in business law subjects (including contracts and business organizations); property subjects (including real property, IP and trusts and estates), and religious liberty. Additional subjects of interest include, but are not limited to, remedies, evidence, and ADR.
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Geoffrey H. Palmer Endowed Chair in Real Estate Law in Malibu Campus
Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law is seeking candidates for the Geoffrey H. Palmer endowed chair in real estate law, with teaching responsibilities in real estate finance, real estate transactions, and property law. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the leadership of the Geoffrey H. Palmer Center for Entrepreneurship and the Law. Ideal candidates will have experience in the practice of real estate law, especially in the California real estate market.
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Caruso Family Chair in Law in Malibu Campus
Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law is seeking applications from experienced law professors with outstanding academic achievements and qualifications to serve as the Caruso Family Chair. We invite candidates with research and teaching interests across all areas of law to apply.
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Vivian G. Prins Endowed Visiting Professorship in Jewish & Israeli Law in Malibu Campus
Pepperdine University’s Caruso School of Law invites applications for the Vivian G. Prins Endowed Visiting Professorship in Jewish & Israeli Law for the 2026–2027 academic year only. The Professorship brings leading and emerging scholars of Jewish and Israeli law to Pepperdine to teach, write, and engage with our vibrant academic and professional community in Los Angeles. The School of Law is an ABA-accredited, AALS member law school located in Malibu, California. Pepperdine University is an independent Christian university affiliated with the Churches of Christ and committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian values, where students are strengthened for lives of purpose, service, and leadership. Pepperdine’s purpose is to pursue the very highest employment and academic standards within a context which celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical ideals of the Christian faith. The School of Law welcomes applications from people of all faiths. While students, faculty, staff and members of the Board of Regents represent many religious backgrounds, Pepperdine reserves the right to seek, hire and promote persons who support the goals and mission of the institution, including the right to prefer co-religionists. Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Pepperdine is committed to providing a work environment free from all forms of harassment and discrimination. Engaging in unlawful discrimination or harassment will result in appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from the University. Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.
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Athletics Counselor in Malibu Campus
The Counseling Center at Pepperdine University promotes mental health on the Pepperdine campus through direct intervention, outreach/prevention programming, consultation, and training. The Pepperdine University Department of Athletics is committed to Christian values, to the academic well-being of student athletes, and to competing for championships. The athletics counselor will provide services for general students and student-athletes, including counseling, outreach, and consultation. As a staff member in Student Affairs who works closely with students, this person serves as a Christian role model to students. We seek to hire, retain, and mentor talented employees who share a love for Pepperdine, its students, and its mission. With psychological wellness in place, students are able to fulfill the University's mission. We are strengthening students for lives of purpose, service, and leadership.
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Landscaper in Malibu Campus
Under general supervision of the Manager, Landscape and Irrigation Services for the Department of Facilities Services (“DFS”), and in collaboration with your colleagues, assist in maintaining University by completing assigned landscape maintenance such as planting shrubs, flowers and trees, mowing, trimming small trees, hedges and shrubs, removing dead or unwanted trees, hand watering gardens and lawns, groundskeeping activities such as litter, trash removal and outdoor furniture cleaning.
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Assistant Professor of Theatre: Acting, Directing, or Musical Theatre in Malibu Campus
The Fine Arts Division of the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University seeks a theatre faculty member with strong experience in two of the following areas: acting, directing, and/or musical theatre choreography, for a tenure-track faculty position beginning August 1, 2026. This faculty member will teach classes in their primary area(s), as well as theatre courses in the general education curriculum. They will also direct in our mainstage season. As a member of the Theatre Program, they will participate in recruiting, academic advising, and program administration/assessment. While developing and maintaining a regional and national reputation as a practitioner/teacher, the successful candidate will show a clear artistic and scholarly agenda and be able to articulate how those goals serve the mission of a liberal arts theatre program. The exceptional candidate will show an ability to prepare and teach students in a manner that reflects the diverse range of theatrical opportunities of the 21st century. As teaching is our foremost emphasis at Seaver College, candidates should also demonstrate exceptional interest and effectiveness in mentoring undergraduate students.
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Visiting Assistant Professor of Sociology in Malibu Campus
The Social Science Division of the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University invites applications for a visiting assistant professor of Sociology to begin August 1, 2026. We are open to candidates with various specialties who are willing and able to teach the introductory course in sociology that serves the Seaver College Core program and/or an introductory statistics course in addition to courses in their specialties. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in Sociology (although candidates who are ABD will also be considered), an active scholarly agenda, and a commitment to teaching excellence in a Christian liberal arts environment.
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Assistant Professor of Political Science in Malibu Campus
The Social Science Division of the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Political Science to begin August 1, 2026. We are open to various areas of expertise within the fields of either U.S. or international politics. An interest in teaching an introductory U.S. government course that serves the general education program of Seaver College, an introductory statistics course for the social sciences, or a course on Hispanic or Latin American politics would be welcome regardless of specialty. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in Political Science or a closely related field, an active scholarly agenda, and a commitment to excellent teaching in a Christian liberal arts environment.
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Assistant Professor of Analytical Chemistry in Malibu Campus
Pepperdine University’s Seaver College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, located in Malibu, California, invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Analytical Chemistry for the 2026-2027 academic year beginning August 1, 2026. Applicants will have completed a Ph.D. by August 1, 2026 in analytical chemistry or a closely related discipline and will be able to teach and conduct research in those areas. Well-qualified candidates will be able to contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of the Pepperdine experience through their teaching, research, mentoring of undergraduates, as well as their service to the University, their profession, and our surrounding community.
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Assistant Professor of Economics in Malibu Campus
The Social Science Division of the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions in Economics to begin August 1, 2026. We are open to candidates with various specialties who are willing and able to teach introductory and intermediate courses in macroeconomic theory, microeconomic theory, or econometrics (or some combination of the three) in addition to courses in their specialties. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in Economics (although candidates who are ABD will also be considered), an active scholarly agenda, and a commitment to teaching excellence in a Christian liberal arts environment.
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Assistant Professor of Computer Science in Malibu Campus
Pepperdine University’s Seaver College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, located in Malibu, California, invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Computer Science beginning August 1, 2026. Applicants who have completed a Ph.D. in computer science or closely related discipline by August 2026 are desired; however, candidates with post-doctoral experience are preferred. Well-qualified candidates will be able to contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of the Pepperdine experience through their teaching, scholarship, and interacting with undergraduates. Seaver College places the total development of students at the heart of its educational strategy and seeks scholar-educators who demonstrate exceptional interest and effectiveness in teaching, a commitment to establishing a productive research program, and desire to mentor undergraduate students in both teaching and research.
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Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry in Malibu Campus
Pepperdine University's Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, located in Malibu, California, invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry for the 2026-2027 academic year beginning August 1, 2026. Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. by August 1, 2026 in organic chemistry or a closely related discipline. Well-qualified candidates will be able to contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of the Pepperdine experience through their teaching, research, mentoring of undergraduates, as well as their service to the University, their profession, and our surrounding community.
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Assistant Professor of Data Science in Malibu Campus
Pepperdine University’s Seaver College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, located in Malibu, California, invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Data Science beginning August 1, 2026. Applicants who have completed a Ph.D. in machine learning, artificial intelligence, computer science, data science, applied statistics, or closely related discipline by August 2026 are desired; however, candidates with post-doctoral experience are preferred. Well-qualified candidates will be able to contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of the Pepperdine experience through their teaching, scholarship, and interacting with undergraduates.
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Assistant Professor of Sports Medicine – Biomechanics/Neuromechanics in Malibu Campus
Pepperdine University's Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, located in Malibu, California, invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Sports Medicine – Biomechanics/Neuromechanics beginning August 1, 2026. Applicants who will have a completed Ph.D. by August 1, 2026 in biomechanics, neuroscience, or closely related fields will be considered while candidates with post-doctoral experience are preferred. If you are seeking a tenure line faculty appointment as a scholar/educator at a premier Christian university committed to the highest standards of the liberal arts and kinesiology, then we encourage you to apply.
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Assistant Professor of Biology (Zoology/Animal Physiology) in Malibu Campus
The Natural Science Division of Pepperdine University's Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, located in Malibu, California, invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Biology for the 2026-2027 academic year beginning August 1, 2026. Applicants will have completed a Ph.D. by August 1, 2026 in zoology, animal physiology, or a closely related discipline and will be able to teach and conduct research in those areas. Well-qualified candidates will be able to contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of the Pepperdine experience through their teaching, research, mentoring of undergraduates, as well as their service to the University, their profession, and our surrounding community. Seaver College places the total development of students at the heart of its educational strategy and seeks scholar-educators who demonstrate exceptional interest and effectiveness in teaching, a commitment to establishing a productive research program, and desire to mentor undergraduate students in both teaching and research.
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Seaver College Faculty Fellows Program in Malibu Campus
The Seaver College Faculty Fellows program seeks to advance Pepperdine University’s mission by providing one-year fellowships to individuals pursuing careers in Christian higher education and who are active members in congregations affiliated with the Churches of Christ. The Churches of Christ are a specific tradition within the Stone-Campbell movement, and affiliation with this movement is a non-negotiable requirement of this particular position. Should applicants have any questions about this requirement, they should reach out to the associate dean listed below to discuss before submitting an application.
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Supervisor, Maintenance Services in Malibu Campus
Under the direction of the Manager, Maintenance Services in the Department of Facilities Services (DFS), supervises assigned maintenance trade personnel to ensure an efficiently functioning, safe, and clean environment in the tasks of painting, drywall, windows, glass, flooring, roofing, and tile repairs while implementing water intrusion, asbestos, and microbial abatement protocols. Responsible for daily work prioritization, quality control, and customer communication. Must have strong experience in the field and demonstrate the ability to work well with vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders. Collaborates with DFS leadership to create a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and excellence, and must be understanding, honest, and committed to adhering to all protocols.
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Digital Designer in various locations
The Digital Designer plays a vital role in shaping and executing digital creative communications for Pepperdine University and its schools. As part of the University Marketing and Communications team, this position is responsible for designing compelling digital experiences and high-impact communications across web, email, social media, and other digital platforms. The Digital Designer serves as a key liaison in ensuring digital design excellence and consistency across the University's external-facing channels. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Creative, the Digital Designer collaborates closely with the assistant director, the senior director and other IMC team members to conceptualize and produce dynamic digital assets that engage Pepperdine’s largest audiences. This role requires a strong grasp of digital design principles, interactivity, accessibility standards, and responsive design. The ideal candidate is a multidisciplinary designer with the ability to integrate, analyze, and visualize complex information in digital formats. They will work in collaboration with developers, UX/UI designers, content strategists, photographers, illustrators, and others involved in the production and launch of digital projects.
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