POSITION TITLE: Adjunct Faculty – Business Law 

DEPARTMENT: Keith Busse School of Business and Entrepreneurial Leadership 

POSITION STATUS: Adjunct Faculty 

POSITION REPORTS TO: Graduate Business Programs Director  

MISSION:

The University of Saint Francis offers formation of the whole person by providing an encounter with the heart and mind of Jesus Christ so that God, who is Love, may be loved. Through our Catholic identity, Franciscan charism, and liberal arts tradition, we prepare students for personal and professional lives of virtue, service, and joy.

Saint Francis core values are the standards of behavior for every member of the university. They reflect those of the Sisters of Saint Francis of Perpetual Adoration and bring their charism to the university.

• Ceaseless Adoration – We adore God and interact with others in a way that honors His Presence.
• Generous Love – we spend time in community, give of ourselves, and accept help from others.
• Franciscan Joy – we delight in the simple things and give thanks in all circumstances.

The University of Saint Francis promotes and celebrates the Catholic identity and Franciscan charism of the institution with an invitation to students, faculty and staff of all faiths. This God-centered and student-focused approach invites all employees to be a part of the formation of the whole person (students and colleagues) in a learning and working environment where character development and faith formation are as essential as academic achievement. Molding well-rounded, faith-filled, ethical leaders is the essence of the university’s approach and all employees are expected to engage in a way that fulfills and furthers the mission.

JOB SUMMARY:  

Under the direction of the Graduate Business Programs Director, adjunct faculty receive a one-semester appointment in teaching. Adjunct faculty members assess, plan, implement, and evaluate instruction for students in online and/or classroom settings in coordination with established course and program objectives. This a part-time, adjunct faculty position seeking applicants for both 8-week online asynchronous graduate courses and undergraduate online and/or onsite courses in Fort Wayne, IN.   

Adjuncts must demonstrate willingness and ability to support and actively contribute to the Catholic and Franciscan mission and values of the university. 

The Business Law adjunct faculty member must specifically have expertise in the areas of: 

• U.S. legal and government systems. 

• The role of the law and legal systems in the business environment as they pertain to the U.S. Constitution, interstate commerce, and contract law (public vs. private). 

• Scenarios involving basic agency, contracts, torts, intellectual property (IP), and other business law concepts.  

• How to distinguish types of business entities and identify the advantages and disadvantages of each including structuring and financing issues, tax considerations, founder/investor conflicts, liquidity and exit issues. 

• Comparing various forms of conflict resolution including litigation and alternative dispute resolution and when to use them. 

Major Responsibilities/Activities 

• Reviewing the course prior to being published and suggesting any needed improvements.  

• Regularly posts announcements to keep students informed.  

• Responds to student or other Saint Francis communications in a timely manner.  

• Actively engages with students via discussion forums, email, and/or optional synchronous sessions.  

• Grades assignments in a timely manner and provides detailed feedback   

Faculty Responsibilities/Activities  

• Adheres to all university academic and employment policies identified in the Employee and Faculty handbooks, Saint Francis Policy Library, and academic catalogs. 

• Participates in assessment of curriculum in coordination with the Graduate Business Programs Director.  

• Attends adjunct meetings as requested. 

• Respects the moral and religious beliefs of the university and students; uses discretion when expressing personal beliefs and views.  Faculty are entitled to freedom in the classroom.  Academic freedom does not include teaching controversial matter which has no relation to the subject.  No faculty member is free to promote or advocate anything in opposition to Catholic faith or morals. 

• Actively contributes to the Catholic and Franciscan mission and values of the university. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Education  

• J.D., or a PhD. or DBA within a business law emphasis preferred 

• A graduate degree, work experience or teaching experience in Law, or related field, and the ability to teach ethics and law in an applied format.

Experience   

• Prior post-secondary teaching experience preferred. 

• Five years’ professional experience within the discipline preferred 

Knowledge and Skills 

• Demonstrates competence in educational principles, instructional methods, evaluation techniques and technology used in higher education classrooms, laboratory and clinical settings  

• Demonstrates knowledge of the profession including theory and practice, procedures, and regulations 

• Demonstrates proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written and electronic) necessary to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical affiliates, and the community 

• Demonstrates skill in goal setting and team building 

• Demonstrates analytical and organizational skills to plan, implement, and evaluate program activities 

• Demonstrates honesty and loyalty to the University and support its mission and religious affiliation 

• Demonstrates ability to coordinate services to the needs of diverse populations within the time and financial limits of the institution 

• Must be willing to work irregular, and sometimes long hours, including weekends and university breaks