Job Details
Lecturer in Business (Full-time)
2026-01-16 Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu,HI
Description:
Key Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:
1. Instructional Duties (60%)
Prepare and deliver individual classes; maintain accurate records of student progress, assess learning outcomes, and assign final grades in accordance with university policies.
2. Student Support (12.5%)
Hold regular office hours for each assigned course and respond promptly to student questions to ensure effective academic support and mentorship; provide academic advising and faculty membership support.
3. Curriculum and Course Development (12.5%)
Develop and update syllabi in line with model syllabi, assigned textbooks, and department, college, and university policies. Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement efforts, including program assessment.
4. Professional and Institutional Service (10%)
Participate in training sessions, professional development activities, and other assigned duties; actively contribute as a collaborative team member by completing or accepting additional assignments as needed.
5. Performs other related duties as assigned (5%)
Actively participates as an effective member of team by completing assigned duties, accepting additional assignments or reassignments; Assists with seasonal peaks.
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.
Why consider a career with HPU? Here are some of the benefits of employment . . .
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 13 holidays plus discretionary days off 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.
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Do you have a terminal degree or graduate degree in business, or a closely related field?
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Do you have record of successful college-level teaching experience?
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Are you proficient in relevant areas of business expertise?
04
Do you have professional industry experience?
Required Question
Salary: $72,000.00 - $82,000.00 Annually
Location : HPU Downtown Campus; Honolulu
Job Type: Faculty - Regular Full Time
Job Number: 02649
Department: College of Business Administration
Opening Date: 01/14/2026
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 includesthe 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:
The Lecturer supporting the College of Business will be expected to provide instruction in a variety of business disciplines commensurate with qualifications, including but not limited to: Business Law and Ethics, Construction Management, Information Systems, General and International Business, Human Resources, Operations, Management, and Marketing. Instructional activities include developing curriculum and syllabi and assignments that meet course objectives; advise and conference with students and maintaining records on and evaluating student performance. The Lecturer also provides service to and on behalf of the college and the university, including student advising and mentoring and program development.
Location: On-site instruction at HPU's downtown campus sites (Waterfront Plaza, Aloha Tower Marketplace)
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- A terminal degree or graduate degree in business or a closely related field.
- Proven successful college-level teaching experience.
- Proficiency in relevant areas of business expertise.
- Professional experience
- A terminal degree or graduate degree in business-related or relevant field with a minimum of five years of professional experience in relevant business disciplines (e.g., industry, consulting, or government).
- Successful college-level teaching experience, ideally at both undergraduate and graduate levels for a minimum of five years, and ideally some of it in Hawai'i
- Professional certifications related to the relevant discipline
- Experience in curriculum development and innovation in teaching methods, including online and hybrid course delivery
- Ability to integrate real-world business scenarios and case studies into the classroom to enhance student learning
- Strong commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
- Evidence of continued professional development in the field (e.g., research, publications, participation in industry associations)
- Experience in developing new courses that support College of Business goals and support community and industry needs
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship and relocation allowance is not available for this position.
- Report to work obligations to support the department and may require work during HPU's winter break, if necessary.
- This position may be considered an essential position with report to work obligations depending on the type of emergency, campus closure, or evacuation
- Must meet training and background check qualifications and comply with the Protection of Minors policy.
- Upon hire, candidate must have reliable personal transportation to facilitate travel between to all HPU worksites and other locations as required by the position. This includes a valid driver's license and a personal vehicle that is legally registered and insured.
- Able to teach classes scheduled during days, evenings, and weekends.
- Able to teach classes at multiple locations on Oahu.
- Successful candidate will be able to work in an environment that utilize excellent time and stress management skills.
Key Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:
1. Instructional Duties (60%)
Prepare and deliver individual classes; maintain accurate records of student progress, assess learning outcomes, and assign final grades in accordance with university policies.
2. Student Support (12.5%)
Hold regular office hours for each assigned course and respond promptly to student questions to ensure effective academic support and mentorship; provide academic advising and faculty membership support.
3. Curriculum and Course Development (12.5%)
Develop and update syllabi in line with model syllabi, assigned textbooks, and department, college, and university policies. Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement efforts, including program assessment.
4. Professional and Institutional Service (10%)
Participate in training sessions, professional development activities, and other assigned duties; actively contribute as a collaborative team member by completing or accepting additional assignments as needed.
5. Performs other related duties as assigned (5%)
Actively participates as an effective member of team by completing assigned duties, accepting additional assignments or reassignments; Assists with seasonal peaks.
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.
Why consider a career with HPU? Here are some of the benefits of employment . . .
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 13 holidays plus discretionary days off 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.
01
Do you have a terminal degree or graduate degree in business, or a closely related field?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have record of successful college-level teaching experience?
- Yes
- No
03
Are you proficient in relevant areas of business expertise?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have professional industry experience?
- Yes
- No
Required Question