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Job no: 506805
Work type: Part-Time
Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: LeBow College of Business
About Drexel
Drexel is one of Philadelphia's top 10 private employers, a comprehensive global research university and a major engine for economic development in the region. With over 24,000 students, Drexel is one of America's 15 largest private universities. Drexel has committed to being the nation’s most civically engaged university, with community partnerships integrated into every aspect of service and academics.
LeBow College of Business and the Department of General Business
The Department of General Business is housed in the LeBow College of Business, an AACSB-accredited at the graduate and undergraduate levels. LeBow offers doctorate, MBA, and undergraduate degrees. The Department offers BSBA majors in General Business. The Philadelphia area offers an excellent variety of cultural opportunities, as well as a thriving business community.
Job Summary
The adjunct faculty member will employ a variety of strategies to foster student learning and discussions, and encourage active learning in all students, maintain proper course-related records, and evaluate student work and provide students with feedback as to the progress toward meeting the objectives of the course. Each adjunct faculty member is responsible for effectively teaching students in the assigned classroom settings. Each adjunct faculty member is responsible for effectively implementing the mission of the LeBow College of Business. Responsibilities may include teaching days, evenings, nights and weekends, with the potential for online only, in-person only, or a combination of both.
Essential Functions
Instruct introductory undergraduate courses in General Business
Teach required number of credit hours per term based on their contract
Evaluate student achievement of curricular objectives/outcomes related to General Business knowledge and practice
Foster an engaging and supportive learning environment for 1st year undergraduate students
Demonstrate a strong commitment to student success through mentorship, accessibility, and relationship-building with students
Employ a variety of teaching strategies to encourage active learning, participation, and student engagement
Schedule two office hours per week for student availability, if applicable
Schedule administrative time for classroom preparation
Required Qualifications
Master’s Degree or above (Ed.D. Ph.D.) and/or significant industry experience
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please upload a cover letter and resume or curriculum vitae, a teaching statement, and a list of all prior university level teaching experience.
Advertised: Jun 12 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Aug 31 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
