College of Business - Fixed Term Senior Instructor II of Management
Job Description
The College of Business (COB) at Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is now accepting applications for a full-time, fixed term, Senior Instructor II in Business Administration to join our dynamic undergraduate business instructional team. Our business administration degree refines curiosity for life and learning, as well as an awareness of social responsibilities and the ethical implications of business decisions.
The COB currently offers in-person and online baccalaureate degree’s in Business Administration, Marketing, Agricultural Entrepreneurship, Accounting, and Economics. Additionally, the COB also offers minors in Business, Marketing, Accounting, Economics and Global Foods Agribusiness.
The Eastern Oregon University College of Business is committed to academic excellence and a learner-centered environment characterized by quality teaching and academic advising, outcomes assessment, student engagement, experiential learning and career-ready programs. We strive to be noted for preparing our students to become ethical business leaders who can think critically, solve problems, and communicate effectively in an ever-changing global environment as socially responsible lifelong learners. We also seek to impact regional economic and workforce development through responsive programming, consulting and small business services.
The COB currently offers in-person and online baccalaureate degree’s in Business Administration, Marketing, Agricultural Entrepreneurship, Accounting, and Economics. Additionally, the COB also offers minors in Business, Marketing, Accounting, Economics and Global Foods Agribusiness.
The Eastern Oregon University College of Business is committed to academic excellence and a learner-centered environment characterized by quality teaching and academic advising, outcomes assessment, student engagement, experiential learning and career-ready programs. We strive to be noted for preparing our students to become ethical business leaders who can think critically, solve problems, and communicate effectively in an ever-changing global environment as socially responsible lifelong learners. We also seek to impact regional economic and workforce development through responsive programming, consulting and small business services.
Eastern Oregon University serves as an educational, cultural and scholarly center in La Grande, Oregon, connecting the rural regions of the state to a wider world. Ranked number two in the nation as a “Best Value for Public Colleges and Universities” by Consumers Digest magazine, EOU’s beautiful setting and small size enhance the personal attention our students receive, while innovative partnerships and outreach to the community add new educational possibilities. EOU is recognized as a national leader in distance education and offers extended opportunities throughout the state and beyond. The University guides student inquiry through integrated, high-quality liberal arts and professional programs that lead to responsible and reflective action in a changing and interconnected world.
This is a 9-month, full-time, fixed-term position that is eligible for the full spectrum of comprehensive benefits. There is potential for this position to be renewed to meet continuing program needs.
Responsibilities
- The typical full time, fixed term 9-month teaching contract at EOU includes 45 credits of teaching (appx. 4 courses per quarter).
- Primary teaching responsibilities in undergraduate courses both in-person and online.
- Learning assessment and collaborative work with colleagues, staff and community members.
- The successful candidate will bring education and experience to teach in-person and online lower and upper division courses within the business discipline. Course assignments may include introduction to business, business communications, business ethics & society, business information and data processing, entrepreneurship, data management & analysis w/Excel, principles of finance, principles of management, and other business courses aligned with the candidate’s area(s) of specialization and experience.
Minimum Qualifications
- Hold a master’s degree in a business administration (MBA); or M.S. in a related field
- One year of effective in person and/or online collegiate level teaching in business.
- Experience with a Learning Management System (e.g., Canvas).
- Commitment to personal and professional growth of students, including communication competence, written and oral skills, and problem-solving abilities.
- Must satisfactorily complete EOU criminal and credential background check. Having a criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment.
- In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Eastern Oregon University will not sponsor applicants for employment visas.
Preferred Qualifications
- Hold an earned doctorate or hold ABD status in business with a major, concentration, specialization, focus area, emphasis, option, track, field, or stream, etc. in the area(s) of assigned teaching responsibilities; or
- Hold an earned doctorate or ABD status in a non-business-related major but with a sufficient combination of graduate business course work and significant professional business experience in the area(s) of assigned teaching responsibilities.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching and engaging students in a broad range of business courses at lower division level in both face-to-face and on-line modalities.
- Experience assessing and reporting student learning outcomes.
- Online teaching professional development, credentials and/or certification (e.g., Quality Matters).
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit;
1) A letter of interest that addresses relevant expertise and teaching experience;
2) A current curriculum vitae;
3) One-page statement of teaching philosophy;
4) Names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references.
Candidates are encouraged to review the values and principles of Eastern Oregon University https://www.eou.edu/institutional-effectiveness/values-and-principles/.
Only complete files of qualified applicants will be reviewed.
Eastern Oregon University – Oregon’s Rural University! – is a respected public, higher education institution of academic excellence. Brilliant faculty and staff thrive and together fulfill their career ambitions to serve students from all walks of life.
EOU is a beautiful, quaint campus nestled in a remarkably scenic, high elevation valley populated by wonderful, community-minded citizens that have balanced work-life flexibility. Take a virtual tour of Eastern Oregon University https://www.eou.edu/visitor/.
EOU offers a very attractive package of state public employee benefits including:
Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcomes applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities, and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
1) A letter of interest that addresses relevant expertise and teaching experience;
2) A current curriculum vitae;
3) One-page statement of teaching philosophy;
4) Names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references.
Candidates are encouraged to review the values and principles of Eastern Oregon University https://www.eou.edu/institutional-effectiveness/values-and-principles/.
Only complete files of qualified applicants will be reviewed.
Eastern Oregon University – Oregon’s Rural University! – is a respected public, higher education institution of academic excellence. Brilliant faculty and staff thrive and together fulfill their career ambitions to serve students from all walks of life.
EOU is a beautiful, quaint campus nestled in a remarkably scenic, high elevation valley populated by wonderful, community-minded citizens that have balanced work-life flexibility. Take a virtual tour of Eastern Oregon University https://www.eou.edu/visitor/.
EOU offers a very attractive package of state public employee benefits including:
- Paid holidays and paid sick time-off
- Individual and Family Healthcare Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (95%+ employer-paid)
- Generous Oregon Public Employee Retirement System benefits
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Relocation assistance
- Discounted tuition benefits for employees and eligible dependents
- For more details, see Prospective Employees https://www.eou.edu/hr/prospective-employees/.
Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcomes applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities, and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
Salary
Senior Instructor II ($58,038 to $72,963). Senior Instructor II salary is determined by weighted years of teaching experience based upon the faculty union contract.
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