Visiting Assistant Professor- F00330

Provide student-centered instruction; advise and mentor students; and contribute to curriculum development, assessment of learning outcomes, recruitment, retention, and academic service.

Assist the Dean and faculty with strategic planning, School initiatives, special projects, advancement activities, and representation of the School within the University and broader community.

Oversee and coordinate School administrative services and operations, including policies, procedures, workflows, and other systems that support effective School operations.

Coordinate development and monitoring of course schedules and faculty assignments in collaboration with Department Chairs and Program Directors; support full-time and adjunct staffing and contract implementation.

Oversee School and program-level assessment processes and required reports; support curriculum and program review, catalog updates, and continuous improvement.

Collaborate with the Dean, Office of the Provost, faculty, and program leaders on state, regional, national, professional, or specialized accreditation and regulatory activities, as applicable.

Assist in resolving student advising, scheduling, and program concerns and support faculty onboarding, mentoring, professional development, and teaching effectiveness.

Assist with analysis of internal and external data, enrollment trends, proposals and grants, and planning and monitoring of the School budget.

Collaborate with Admissions and student-support units on program recruitment and retention strategies and help ensure School program information and website content remain accurate and current.

In collaboration with the Dean, develop and support partnerships with employers, alumni, community organizations, educational institutions, and other external entities, including agreements and contracts.

Represent the Dean and School as requested; serve on School and University committees; and assume additional responsibilities and special projects assigned by the Dean.

Required Skills & Experience

• Academic and/or professional background in Management, Business Administration, or a closely related business discipline.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience in business, higher education, or a related field and at least two years of teaching experience in higher education.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, student engagement, advising, curriculum development, assessment, and online instruction.
• Strong administrative, organizational, analytical, project-management, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Experience with academic program coordination, faculty scheduling/staffing, assessment, accreditation, enrollment management, or academic operations strongly preferred.

Education Requirements

• PhD, DBA, or other terminal degree in Management, Business Administration, or a closely related field strongly preferred.
• Candidates with a master’s degree and substantial professional, teaching, and academic administrative experience may be considered.
• Relevant professional certifications or credentials are a plus.

Appointment

This is a 9-month (September 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027) full-time, visiting, non-tenure-track faculty appointment combined with a twelve-month (September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027) interim administrative appointment as Associate Dean for 2026-2027. The faculty role is based on a standard 4/4 teaching load, with course release and stipend provided in recognition of the Interim Associate Dean responsibilities. The allocation of teaching and administrative responsibilities will be determined by the Dean based on School needs.

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.

Benefits Eligible:

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

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