Adjunct Lecturer - Girard School of Business

Position Description & Overview: 

Merrimack College, located 25 miles north of Boston, is undergoing an exciting transformation toward becoming a premier regional research university. Recognized as one of the fastest-growing private nonprofit educational institutions in the U.S., we are committed to excellence in research and teaching. 

The Girard School of Business invites applicants for the position of Adjunct Lecturer for the 2026-2027 academic year. 

We are seeking highly qualified, forward-thinking academics and practitioner-scholars with terminal degrees to join our graduate business faculty. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about both teaching at the graduate level and designing innovative, industry-aligned experiential business courses, particularly in areas such as: 

● Financial Accounting 

● Managerial Accounting 

● Auditing 

● Accounting Information Systems 

● Taxation 

● Cost Management 

● Digital Risk & Fraud Management 

● Performance Measurement & Control 

● Fundamentals of Coding 

● Analytical Modeling 

● Financial Planning 

● Financial Risk & Insurance Planning 

● Real Estate Finance 

● Fixed Income & Alternative Investments 

● AI for Business Decision Making 

● AI Strategy 

● Applied Project & Process Management 

● Operations & Technology Optimization 

● Marketing Concepts & Applications 

● Marketing Analytics 

● Digital Media & Content Creation 

● Integrated Campaigns & Branding 

● Sports Management 

● Leading Teams 

● Nonprofit Management & Leadership 

● Fundraising, Grant Writing & Development 

● Community Engagement 

● Community Organizing & Development 

Girard School of Business graduate courses are offered over 4-weeks (2 credit) or 8-weeks (4 credit) in online and HyFlex (hybrid online/on-campus) course modalities. All courses are synchronous and meet one day per week from 7:20-9:10 p.m. 

Successful candidates will contribute to the creation and delivery of rigorous, engaging, and applied graduate-level coursework that prepares professionals for a rapidly evolving business landscape. We offer educators a unique opportunity to be part of a growing legacy where teaching excellence and student success are at the heart of our mission. 

Primary responsibilities: 

● Effectively deliver graduate-level courses in business disciplines. 

● Facilitate engaging learning experiences and incorporate real-world applications and experiential learning into coursework. 

● Course management (e.g., create innovative assessments, provide timely grading and constructive feedback). 

● Design and develop high-quality graduate-level courses aligned with program learning outcomes, accreditation requirements, and industry needs. 

● Integrate emerging technologies (e.g., AI tools, data analytics platforms) into course content and assignments. 

● Stay current with emerging trends and advancements in business, technology, and pedagogy to ensure course content is relevant and aligned with evolving industry needs. 

● Support continuous improvement through course evaluation and refinement. 

● Mentor and guide students toward academic and professional success. 

● Collaborate collegially and professionally with academic leadership to ensure curriculum relevance, rigor, and differentiation. 

Required Qualifications: 

● Terminal degree in a business discipline or closely related field (e.g., PhD, DBA, JD, EdD, or equivalent). 

● Demonstrated expertise in one or more core or emerging business areas. 

● Experience teaching online/hybrid at the graduate level (MBA, MS, or equivalent). 

● Strong understanding of adult learning principles and applied business education. 

● Excellent communication and facilitation skills in online and/or in-person environments. 

● Ability to collaborate effectively with academic leadership, faculty, staff, and students. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

● Professional industry experience at a managerial or executive level. 

● Experience with online pedagogy and learning management systems (e.g., Canvas). 

● Experience designing graduate-level courses and assessments. 

● Relevant industry credentials (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA, CFE, PMP, etc.). 

Application Materials Should Include:

• Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV).

• Teaching evaluations (past two years only), if applicable.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Compensation

Minimum: $5,000 per 4-credit course

Minimum: $3,750 per lab section

The actual pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate qualifications and prior experience, scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market considerations.

Statement on Our Mission

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue. 

Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.

About Merrimack College

The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students from 46 states and 45 countries. The College features more than 160 career-focused academic programs in science, engineering, business, nursing, health sciences, education, social sciences and humanities across undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject and student success. The College has six schools: arts and sciences, engineering and computational sciences, nursing and health sciences, education and social policy, the Girard school of business, and the Graduate School of counseling and social work. The College’s suburban 220-acre campus is just north of Boston in North Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master’s Colleges and Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Merrimack is one of the fastest-growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 37th in the Regional Universities North category in 2025. Merrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic institution.

Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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