Assistant/Associate Professor of Business-SPS
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The School of Professional Studies invites full-time faculty candidates for non tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Business. Position will teach a variety of Business courses (DBA, PMBA) via online instruction. Full-time faculty at UIW are expected to teach at least two courses in the fall semester and at least two courses in the spring semester, with potential summer course assignment based on departmental need. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of full-time faculty members at the university include teaching, scholarship, service and professional activities.
The School of Professional Studies (SPS) provides educational opportunities for adults wanting to earn an undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees in non-traditional formats. Classes are available in a hybrid format or 100% online. The School of Professional Studies also offers personal development and continuing education opportunities through the office of Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE).
Credentials of finalist will determine final rank. Note that this is a hybrid assignment, with regular on-campus meetings and events.
Benefits
UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation's Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.
Essential Functions
- Serve as lead in curriculum development, annual assessment, and advancement of the respective program.
- Prepare course outlines based on approved departmental syllabi.
- Prepare and deliver consistent, interactive course lectures which align with curriculum goals. Teaching assignment will be a minimum of one class per eight-week term (spring and fall); summer term classes to be assigned as needed.
- Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met.
- Prepare and administer timely and meaningful exams, projects, and assessments for assigned courses.
- Advise and mentor students; provide individual assistance to students during weekly office hours.
- Participate in accreditation-related activities such as data collection/analysis and preparation of reports and documentation to ensure ongoing compliance as needed.
- Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook and SPS Faculty Handbook policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
- Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
- Perform scholarly research and publication as assigned.
- Provide service to the respective department, college, university, community, and profession.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Effective instructional delivery;
- Ability to actively engage students in the learning process;
- Knowledge and skills to teach undergraduate courses in specialty;
- Proficiency in the use of instructional technology;
- Ability to conduct respectful relationships with students both in and outside the classroom;
- Ability to work collegially and productively within the university community;
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
- Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education
PhD in Business or closely related field from an accredited institution.
Required Work Experience
Experience teaching in respective discipline in a college or university setting, both online and in-person. Note that relevant training/teaching experience in other settings (such as a corporate environment, etc..) or significant industry experience in this field will be considered in lieu of required experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching advanced courses in specialty area.
- Experience teaching diverse student populations.
- Teaching, research, or service reflecting values of social/racial justice and/or Catholic social teachings.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None specified.
Work Hours
Typical for full time faculty at this rank.
Physical Demands
Typical for faculty in this discipline.
Posting Number: UN942PO
Number of Vacancies: 1
Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: Faculty
Desired Start Date: 07/15/2025
Multi-Hire Pool
No
Reports to: Dean of SPS
Salary: $75,000 Annualized
Open Date: 06/05/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Note that this is a hybrid assignment, with regular on-campus meetings and events.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX
This position is considered a "Responsible Employee" under Title IX federal regulations and "Mandatory Reporter" under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
