Adjunct Instructor of Business Statistics

George Fox University announces an adjunct faculty position in The College of Business teaching Business Statistics, to begin in August 2021.

George Fox University, a Christ-centered community, prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Professors teach all truth as God's truth, integrating all fields of learning around the person and work of Jesus Christ, bringing the divine revelations through sense, reason, and intuition to the confirming test of Scripture. As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from individuals who can help us achieve our diversity goals.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Primary teaching responsibilities involve teaching two business statistics classes in the fall and two in the spring. This is a foundational course in our business core of courses.
* Course Description for Business Statistics: Statistical procedures with applications in management and economics. Emphasis on the development of a basic knowledge of the statistical tools available for analysis of problems and decision making. Prerequisites: MATH 180 College Algebra or higher math course, or an SAT math score of 620 or higher or an ACT score of 28 or higher.
* The classes are presently scheduled for the fall and spring semesters. If necessary, the times can be adjusted to suit the adjunct's schedule.

Qualifications

* M.S. or higher is required in Mathematics or another related field with preference given to candidates holding an advanced degree. Knowledge of business and how to apply statistics to business is also necessary.
* Applicants should have professional experience in industries and/or teaching experience in related fields.
* Instructors will be expected to meet class regularly, manage and give feedback on assignments, be available for communication with students, and work professionally and collegially with all students and faculty.
* A commitment to working with a diverse population of students is essential; demonstrated experience in this area is preferred.
* All applicants must express a personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a local church. In addition, professors agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.
* Candidates must have legal authority to permanently work in the U.S. and employees of George Fox University must be a resident of one of the following states: Oregon, Washington, California, Idaho, New York, Ohio, or Texas.

Application Procedures kindly apply only through this website

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Essay Requirement:

* Letter of Interest
* Curriculum Vitae (CV)
* Faith and learning essay*
* Statement of teaching philosophy
* Concise description of research plans

Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Review of applications will begin at once and continue until the position is filled.

Questions may be directed to: dthomas@georgefox.edu

* INTEGRATION OF FAITH AND LEARNING ESSAY George Fox University is committed to the idea that one of the primary responsibilities of Christian higher education is to help students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. As teachers and mentors, it is important for George Fox University faculty members to integrate Christian faith and principles in all aspects of their lives. As an essential part of the application process, the University will carefully consider your response to the following: In a one-page essay (about 300 words) describe your personal Christian faith, as well as how your faith informs your teaching, scholarship, and service (including service and leadership in your church and/or in Christian ministries)