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The William B. Greene, Jr. School of Business & Technology at Milligan University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position of Assistant/Associate Professor in Finance. This is a nine-month faculty position (paid over 12 months) with an anticipated start in August 2025. This role is integral to our mission of delivering high-quality education that integrates finance within the broader context of business administration.

Milligan University is a distinguished Christian liberal arts institution known for its commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, and faith-based education. Our goal is to develop servant-leaders who integrate scholarship, community, and faith in every aspect of their lives. We invite you to become part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to transformative education.

Key responsibilities include: develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in finance, including Corporate Finance, Managerial Finance and Investments; employ innovative teaching methods that foster engagement and promote critical thinking among students; mentor and advise students, helping them to achieve their academic and professional goals; actively participate in departmental, college, and university activities that support the mission of Milligan University; engage in curriculum development and program assessment to ensure the highest standards of academic excellence; serve as the Investments Club faculty mentor.

Qualifications: Successful candidates should have a doctorate in finance or related field (ABD candidates or master’s degree candidates may be considered), demonstrated excellence in teaching, the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse academic environment, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. A desire and ability to integrate faith and learning in a Christian liberal arts environment is essential. Successful candidates should also demonstrate a strong Christian faith and commitment to Milligan’s mission as a Christian liberal arts university.

Application Process:  Applicants should submit a letter of application detailing your interest and qualifications for the position, curriculum vitae (CV), a thoughtful response to the Milligan University mission statement, and any supporting materials that demonstrate your teaching and research capabilities via email to businessfacultysearch@milligan.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

The School of Arts & Humanities at Milligan University invites applications for the full-time, tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre. This is a nine-month faculty position (paid over 12 months) with an anticipated start in August 2024.

Primary teaching responsibilities will include applied voice, musical theatre history and repertory, and direction of productions. Other teaching duties may include core music curriculum classes, vocal pedagogy, vocal diction, and a summer arts camp. Additional responsibilities will include recruiting high-quality students locally and regionally, establishing mutually beneficial relationships with school and community theatre programs, maintaining a successful performing career on and off campus, and exhibiting a collegial spirit in collaborating with music and theatre faculty to produce department-wide concerts and theatrical productions that advance the mission of the University.

Qualifications: Candidates should have a record of professional performing experience in musical theatre and as a soprano, mezzo soprano, or alto. Candidates should also demonstrate an extensive knowledge of the musical theatre repertory and the professional theatre world in addition to teaching experience in classical voice and in coaching and directing musical theatre. Musical proficiency at the keyboard is preferred. Applicants must have an MA, MM, MFA, DMA, or PhD, with a specialization in Musical Theatre. A commitment to integrating faith and learning in a liberal arts environment is essential. The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong Christian faith, commitment to the University mission, and a lifestyle consistent with the University’s goals.

Application Process: Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a response to the University’s mission statement, and a link to a video of a sample performance (please avoid submitting actual video files) to musicaltheatresearch@milligan.edu. Milligan University conducts background checks on final candidates. Review of applications will begin at once and will continue until the position is filled.

The School of Sciences & Allied Health at Milligan University invites applications for the full-time, tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Sport Management and lead undergraduate faculty for our major in Sport Management. This is a nine-month faculty position (paid over 12 months) with an anticipated start date in August 2025.

Reporting to the Area Chair of Sport and Exercise Science, teaching duties will include undergraduate coursework in sport management which would include topics such as Current Issues in Sport Management, Social Issues in Sport, Social Media Management, Athletic Fundraising, Sport Marketing, Sport Economics and Finance, Sport Facility Management, Sport Event Management, Sport Law and Risk Management, and Sport Entrepreneurship. Teaching in the graduate program is also a possibility for candidates with a terminal degree. Other responsibilities include advising of undergraduate students, overseeing internships and fieldwork, and other committee assignments as assigned by the university.  

Qualifications: Successful candidates must have a Ph.D. in Sport Management or related field (ABD or master’s degree candidates considered depending on experience and fit within the department) and must demonstrate excellence in teaching and have expertise in the area of sport management. Successful candidates should also demonstrate a strong Christian faith and commitment to Milligan’s mission as a Christian liberal arts university. 

Application Process: Applicants should submit an employment application, cover letter, resume/curricular vitae, response to the Milligan University mission statement, written statement of how the applicant might integrate their Christian faith into the classroom, and list of professional references via email to EXSCSearch@milligan.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position or application may be directed via email to the email address above.

Milligan University invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Director of the Ministry Leadership Program (MLP) with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2024.  Reporting to the Director of Ministry Outreach, this position provides leadership, support, and strategic direction for the Ministry Leadership Program and all grant-sponsored initiatives supporting undergraduate ministry students at Milligan.

Primary responsibilities for the Assistant Director of the MLP include providing spiritual care to ministry students and faculty at Milligan, co-leading MLP retreats and ministry expeditions throughout the academic year, organizing and leading events in local youth groups to inspire students to pursue vocational ministry, overseeing the internship process for undergraduate ministry students, serving as a liaison between Milligan’s ministry partners and the MLP, assisting with recruitment, and representing Milligan among Stone-Campbell Movement ministers and congregations.

Successful candidates should have a degree in a field of Christian ministry, 5+ years of ministry experience within the Stone-Campbell Movement, and demonstrated strong relational, oral, written, and administrative skills.  Successful candidates should also demonstrate a strong Christian faith and commitment to Milligan’s mission as a Christian liberal arts university.  Primary duties and responsibilities would be performed in an office setting, with some travel, weekend and evening requirements for the position.

Application Process: Applicants should submit an employment application, cover letter, and resume/curricular vitae via email to Dr. Joshua Little, Director of Ministry Outreach at JALittle@milligan.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position or application may be directed via email to the email address above.

The Student Development Office at Milligan University invites applications for the part-time, hourly, non-exempt position of Campus Nurse. Reporting to the Dean of Students, this position oversees the campus health clinic, assesses the health and physical well-being of persons seeking assistance from University Health Services, refers and assists students in securing treatment for illnesses or injuries beyond the scope of the campus nurse, maintains student health records, ensures compliance of TN Department of Health immunization requirements, and ensures a sanitary, functional, and equipped facility. The Student Development Office provides resources for students in multiple areas around campus from activities, student success, security and safety, spiritual ministry, mental health, and wellness to residence life in the dorms. The work hours consist of 25 hours per week Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm during the Fall and Spring semester, and about 10 hours per week during the summer months.

Qualifications: Successful candidates should possess a current Tennessee license as a Registered Nurse, at least two years’ experience assessing individual health and wellness, and be currently certified in CPR/AED. Certification as BLS Instructor, American Heart Association is preferred. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and collaborative skills, a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel, as well as a high degree of self-motivation is also required. Candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to Milligan University’s mission as a Christian liberal arts university which “seeks to honor God by educating men and women to be servant-leaders.”

Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a resume, a letter of interest explaining your qualifications for the position, and a statement of commitment to Milligan’s mission to Dean of Students, Kit Dotson, via email to kdotson@milligan.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

The Physical Plant Department at Milligan University invites applications for the full-time (40 hours per week), hourly, non-exempt position of Housekeeper. Reporting to the Housekeeping Service Manager, this position is responsible for cleaning and upkeep of buildings on campus. Tasks include daily cleaning of assigned areas (e.g., bathrooms, carpets/floors, windows), trash removal, moving furniture, cleaning dorm rooms and apartments, and assisting with special events as needed

Qualifications: Successful candidates should have a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license. The position requires lifting (up to 50 lbs), climbing up-and-down stairs, and working around chemicals, including these frequently used in housekeeping: bleach, furniture polish, window cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner (acid base), lemon disinfectant, Expo white board cleaner, oven cleaner, Air Lift fragrance for mop water, Grease Lightening, Murphy’s Oil soap, and Desolve-It-Citrus scent. The position also requires flexible work hours in the summer and during scheduled events if needed. The candidate should also demonstrate a commitment to the University’s mission statement: “As a Christian liberal arts university, Milligan University seeks to honor God by educating men and women to be servant-leaders.”

Application Process: Applicants should submit a resume and the names and contact information for three professional references to Heather Mullins, via email at housekeepingsearch@milligan.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.