Adjunct Instructor of Business Administration

Transylvania University () a top-tier independent residential liberal arts college in Lexington Kentucky invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor of Business Administration. This position involves teaching in-person classes beginning August 31 2026.

Transylvania University recognizes that a diverse and inclusive community is essential to the fulfillment of our mission as a liberal arts institution. To that end we seek to attract a diverse faculty skilled in the scholarship of teaching research and mentorship of students from a variety of backgrounds. Candidates are encouraged in their cover letter to identify their strengths and experiences in creating an inclusive academic community.

The Business Administration program is an exclusively undergraduate program that emphasizes innovative hands-on teaching in small class settings. The successful candidate will have expertise in finance. Applicants with an interest and experience in corporate finance or investment management are particularly encouraged to apply.

The fall term course schedule (August 31 December 11) will include:

• Introduction to Business
• Personal Finance
• Financial Management

The spring term course schedule (January 11 April 23) will include:

• Financial Management
• Financial Planning
• Investment Analysis

In your cover letter please indicate which course(s) and term(s) you are applying to teach.

A masters degree or MBA in Finance Business Administration or a related field is required. Additional consideration will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. and/or previous college teaching experience.

To begin the application process submit a cover letter stating your qualifications and interest along with one PDF that contains your curriculum vitae and references. If you are selected to move forward in the application process you will be asked to provide official graduate transcripts and letters of recommendation at a later date.

Send questions specific to this search to Dr. Marion Hambrick search committee chair at .

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made. Additionally applicants may be subject to a background check.

Transylvania University is ranked in the top 15 percent of the nations four-year colleges by the Princeton Review which cites its community-driven personalized approach to a liberal arts education through 49 majors and 40 minors. Founded in 1780 it is the 16th oldest institution of higher learning in the country with approximately 1000 students.

Transylvania University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of the university support of this goal we seek qualified candidates with a wide range of backgrounds perspectives and experiences. We embrace diversity and encourage all who are interested to apply.