Illinois College invites applications for a full-time instructor position in the Business department to begin in Fall 2026.
We are seeking a candidate who has the ability to teach a variety of courses within the business department. Primary teaching responsibilities will include courses in the Management and/or Marketing majors, along with providing support for other business majors, which together are the highest enrolled majors at the College. Additional duties include contribution to the ongoing development of the business programs at the College, including online; student advising and mentoring; and scholarly engagement. The successful candidate will have a commitment to undergraduate teaching. Participation in departmental, college, and community service is expected.
A Master’s degree in a business-related discipline is required. Undergraduate teaching experience is strongly preferred.
Illinois College seeks candidates who have a commitment to working closely with a wide range of students. Currently, our population is approximately one-quarter students of color and 30% first-generation college students. Eagerness and ability to work with these populations is essential. Equally important is excellence in pedagogy and an openness to student-centered teaching approaches.
Founded by abolitionists, Illinois College was the first in Illinois to graduate students and hosts a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa. The College is student-focused, offering numerous opportunities for faculty-student interaction beyond the classroom, including collaborative research, international study-travel, and mentoring. Located in historic Jacksonville, Illinois—just 30 miles from Springfield and 70 miles from St. Louis—Illinois College has been transforming lives since 1829.
Applicants should submit the following materials in PDF format:
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Cover letter addressing teaching experience and interest in contributing to the mission of a student-focused institution.
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Curriculum Vitae.
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Contact information for three references.
Review of applications will begin on October 15 and will continue until the position is filled. Illinois College is an equal opportunity employer.
