Adjunct - Economics, Finance, Or Business Analytics

Hawai‘i Pacific University is designated as an Alaskan Native and Native Hawaiian (ANNH) Serving Institution by the US Department of Education. As such, we strive for accurate displays of the Hawaiian language in all our institutional materials. This includes the appropriate use of diacritical marks such as the ‘okina and kahako. Unfortunately, at times external vendors and other third-party technology integrations do not support the use of these characters. Mahalo for your understanding.

Description

Job Summary:
Serves as academic professional, delivering courses in Economics, Finance, and/or Business Analytics engaging in scholarly activity, and providing service to and on behalf of the University.

Location: On-site instruction at Waterfront Plaza (500 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96813)

Compensation:
$1,050 per credit - Masters candidates
$1,150 per credit - Doctorate candidates

Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Business Analytics, or related field
• Able to teach classes scheduled during days, evenings, and weekends
• Able to teach classes at multiple locations on Oahu

Desired Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Economics or related field
• Experience teaching Economics in a university setting to a culturally diverse student population

Other Qualifications:

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship and relocation allowance is not available for this position
• Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with the Protection of Minors policy.
• Able to teach classes scheduled during days, evenings, and weekends.
• Able to teach classes at multiple locations on Oahu (face-to-face course instruction and in addition it may include online instruction).
• Must submit tuberculosis clearance upon hire.
• Successful candidate will be able to work in an environment that utilize excellent time and stress management skills.
• Report to work obligations to support the department and may require work during HPU’s winter break, if necessary.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:

1. Teaching (90%)

• Develop a syllabus that includes course activities that meet the requirements of the course, establish appropriate student learning outcomes and provides for appropriate class activities throughout the term.
• Plans and delivers individual class sessions that conform to the syllabus and other requirements of the University
• Maintains records on student participation and performance and assigns course grades in a timely manner.
• Integrates in-depth knowledge of content area, teaching, and learning into instructional practice
• Incorporates appropriate performance assessments into coursework.
• Understands assessment technology, uses multiple forms of assessments in determining effectiveness, and uses the data to improve practice.
• Meet deadlines and following directions of the program/department chair or dean of the college.

2. Performs other related duties as assigned (10%)

• Actively participates as an effective member of team by completing assigned duties, accepting additional assignments or reassignments.

This description is not designed to list all activities, duties or responsibilities which may be required for this job. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned at any time.

Hawai'i Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable environment in which faculty and staff can excel irrespective of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or any other protected class covered by state and federal law. Hawai'i Pacific University encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

Hawai'i Pacific University is a learning community where staff, faculty, and more than 5,000 students come together from around the world to learn and work in a spirit of caring, honesty, freedom, and 'ohana (family).

Cooperation, communication, and collegiality are the foundation of our community. We fulfill the responsibilities of our educational mission through mutual trust and respect, innovation and involvement, expertise, and intellectual fellowship. We offer all members of our community the opportunity to excel, including resources and rewards commensurate with individual contributions and potential. As a team, we are committed to serving our local and global communities and embrace our values of aloha, pono, and kuleana.

We seek talented and energetic people who thrive on challenge and innovation in supporting the mission and values of our university. HPU offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Health and Wellness Comprehensive health insurance, life and disability insurance, employee assistance program and wellness program.

Holidays and Leave A generous holiday schedule that recognizes 15 plus the workdays between Christmas and New Year's. Eligible employees also receive vacation, sick and other types of paid leave.

Tuition Waiver Full time employees and spouse/dependent children pursuing a higher education degree at HPU may apply for a tuition waiver.

Retirement Plan Eligible employees can start saving for the future and enroll in the Hawai'i Pacific University 403(b) retirement plan upon hire.

Discounts Discounts for products and services including Hawaiian Airlines, rental car, hotels, theme parks, attractions, and more.