Adjunct Business Instructors: Business Analytics and Financial Economics

About San Francisco Bay University

San Francisco Bay University (SFBU), a nonprofit, WASC-accredited university situated in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, California, seeks innovative and experienced Adjunct Business Instructors: Business Analytics and Financial Economics. SFBU's mission is to offer inclusive, innovative, and inspirational education for lifelong careers and our vision is to set the standard as a national model of higher education in service of the common good.

At SFBU, students come first. We prioritize students' needs by fostering personal engagement among students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to providing affordable quality education with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.

We encourage you to learn more about SFBU by reviewing our strategic plan.

Position Overview:

San Francisco Bay University (in Fremont, CA) is building a pool of qualified adjunct instructors to teach courses in Business Analytics, Decision Analytics, International Finance, Financial Management, Economic Analysis, and Econometrics.

We value dynamic, hands-on teaching that leverages cloud tools, simulations, and experiential learning. Instructors should foster interdisciplinary thinking and prepare students for Silicon Valley's fast-paced business environment.

Adjunct faculty are expected to create student-centered, interactive learning experiences that move beyond traditional lectures. The Center for Empowerment and Pedagogical Innovation (CEPI) supports faculty in implementing high-impact, engaged teaching practices.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position (applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.). Also, this is a PART-TIME Adjunct Professor position, teaching 1-3 courses per semester. We do not hire from outside of California for this position.

Primary Responsibilities:

Teaching & Course Delivery

• Teach business-related courses in analytics, finance, and economics at the undergraduate and graduate levels (on-campus in Fremont, CA).
• Design inclusive, student-centered instruction using active learning, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and diverse pedagogical strategies.
• Maintain updated Canvas course sites and communicate consistently through tools like Zoom and MySFBU.
• Provide timely grading, feedback, and academic support, including regular office hours.

Curriculum & Assessment

• Recommend innovative learning materials and update course content aligned with SFBU's mission and CEPI's priorities.
• Contribute to course- and program-level learning outcome assessments and continuous improvement initiatives.

Compliance & Recordkeeping

• Maintain accurate course records and submit grades on time.
• Comply with university policies, accreditation standards, and applicable laws.

Collaboration & Service

• Participate in university committees, meetings, and collaborative projects with program chairs and colleagues.

Professional Development

• Engage with SFBU's Center for Empowerment and Pedagogical Innovation (CEPI) through workshops and teaching development.
• Stay current in academic disciplines and represent SFBU through outreach and community engagement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Business Analytics, Economics, Finance, or a closely related field (doctorate preferred).
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience applying skills in the subject area.
• Demonstrated experience designing and teaching undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses in both classroom and online formats.
• Proficiency with instructional technologies, including Canvas, Zoom, and cloud-based business tools (e.g., Tableau, R, Python, SPSS, Excel Analytics).
• Ability to apply inclusive and student-centered teaching practices, including Universal Design for Learning (UDL), active learning strategies, and culturally responsive pedagogy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including fluency in academic English and clear, engaging presentation skills.
• Familiarity with learning assessment practices and experience aligning course content with program learning outcomes.
• Commitment to supporting diverse student populations and fostering inclusive classroom environments.
• Willingness to collaborate with SFBU's Center for Empowerment and Pedagogical Innovation (CEPI) and participate in ongoing professional development.
• Must be available to teach on-site at SFBU's Fremont, California campus and comply with all university, federal, and state policies.
• Other duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in Business, Analytics, Econometrics, Finance, Economics, or a related interdisciplinary field.
• Five or more years of recent, relevant professional experience applying subject-specific skills in real-world contexts.
• University-level teaching experience in both in-person and online environments, with a strong track record of active and engaged learning.
• Demonstrated use of innovative pedagogies such as project-based learning, flipped classrooms, collaborative inquiry, or experiential learning.
• Experience teaching diverse student populations and applying culturally responsive and inclusive teaching strategies.
• Familiarity with data analysis and business software tools (e.g., Tableau, Python, R, SPSS, Excel Analytics, CRM platforms).
• Community college or nontraditional higher education teaching experience.
• Participation in faculty development or pedagogical innovation initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to teach business analytics, finance, economics, and decision sciences at undergraduate and graduate levels using industry-relevant tools (e.g., Tableau, Python, R, Excel, SPSS, CRM platforms).
• Proficiency in delivering student-centered, inclusive instruction tailored to diverse learning needs and academic backgrounds.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with fluency in spoken and written academic English.
• Commitment to academic integrity, instructional excellence, and continuous pedagogical growth in collaboration with SFBU's Center for Empowerment and Pedagogical Innovation (CEPI).
• Knowledge of effective teaching strategies, including active learning and culturally responsive practices.
• Ability to support and mentor a diverse student body with sensitivity to varied cultural and socioeconomic experiences.
• Compliance with institutional, federal, and state regulations.

Physical Characteristics:

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
• The employee is required to crouch, walk, reach, grasp, carry, and push.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit or stand for long periods.

Salary:

SFBU compensation for a 3-credit course is $148.51 per hour (appx. 48 hours total/ semester= $7128.48/ course) . Additional compensation for non-instructional training(s).

This position description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required by the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

SFBU is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: SFBU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. SFBU does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In accordance with federal and state disability laws, San Francisco Bay University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance during the application or interview process, please contact SFBU Human Resources at hrmgr@sfbu.edu.