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Adjunct Faculty, Entrepreneurship (Fall 2025)

Dominican University
$2,000 - $5,000 a month
Cook County, Illinois
Part time
3 days ago
Adjunct Faculty, Entrepreneurship (Fall 2025)

Position Available : August 25, 2025

FLSA Status : Exempt (salary)

Job Status : Part-time Faculty (non-tenure track)

Job Location : Remote – Must be a Resident of the State of Illinois

Position Summary:

The Brennan School of Business at Dominican University invites applications for a part-time Adjunct Faculty position to teach the following:

Course Number : ENTR 330: International Entrepreneurship

Course Length : 15 weeks

Course Dates : August 25, 2025 – December 12, 2025

Delivery Mode : Online asynchronous, but office hours are required in-person at Dominican University

Location : River Forest campus

The course is a core requirement for all undergraduate finance majors. The Adjunct Faculty member will report to the Department Chair of Accounting, Finance, and Entrepreneurship.

Course Description

This course is designed to provide students with a framework for formulating, building, managing, and growing a new business venture in an international context. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to assess what constitutes a feasible international entrepreneurial opportunity, develop production, operations, or application activities in an international context, and effectively plan/execute managerial functions in a multicultural environment. Students will end this course with a practical understanding of how to conduct business in a global economy. The course curriculum is practice-oriented and consists of class lectures, case study analysis, group projects, and discussion sessions. Guest speakers from leading international companies are a key component of this class. Students are strongly encouraged to complete MGMT 197 before enrolling in this course. Prerequisite(s): ENTR 297

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a closely related field
  • At least two years of professional experience working in a business (management, strategy, entrepreneurship)


Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum three years of professional experience in a business (management, strategy, entrepreneurship)
  • Minimum two years of teaching experience (preferably in higher education)
  • Experience using Canvas Learning Management System
  • Strong oral and written communication skills


Responsibilities:

Adjunct faculty are responsible for the following:

  • Adhere to the university policies, procedures, and university calendar with respect to reporting information to university offices.
  • Administer student evaluations and submit the required paperwork related to instruction, including grades and course evaluations, in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Grade weekly assignments, respond to student emails and phone calls promptly, and provide feedback in a timely manner.
  • Prepare course materials, including writing test questions and delivering assignments appropriate to the subject matter.
  • Hold office hours in person and/or via Zoom to support student learning.
  • Adhere to the goals and objectives of the course, as guided by the Department Chair.


To Apply:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, please submit:

  • Cover letter (include the course of interest)
  • CV/resume (including a list of three references)
  • Teaching philosophy statement (1–2 pages, specific to entrepreneurship)


Finalists will be required to submit official transcripts.

Physical Demands

  • Ability to spend moderate durations of the workday standing or walking around
  • Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times (applicable for on-campus positions)
  • Note: accommodation will be made for applicants who cannot meet these physical demands


Salary and FLSA Status

  • Salary: $2,000 - $5,000. The actual pay is determined based on credentials, experience, course level, and credit hours.
  • FLSA Status: Exempt, Part-Time


Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.

About Dominican University

Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.

Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families' level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois.

Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu.

Expectations for all Dominican Employees

To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a supportive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.

Institutional Statement

Dominican University is committed to fostering a supportive academic community that provides access and opportunity for all our students.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal and state employment regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need accommodations due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] for assistance.
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