Current Faculty/Administrative Job Postings
AIRFRAME AND POWERPLANT SCHOOL
Faculty - MaintenanceARCHITECTURE
InstructorINTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE STUDIES
Faculty-Int'l Lang StudiesMEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES
Faculty Medical Laboratory Sciences Faculty-Medical Lab SciencesMUSIC
Faculty-MusicNURSING
Faculty-Nursing Faculty-NursingPHYSICAL THERAPY-ANDREWS CAMPUS
Occupational Therapy Program Director and Faculty Faculty-Physical Therapy Faculty-Physical TherapySOCIAL WORK
Faculty-Social WorkVISUAL ART, DESIGN & COMMUNICATION
Faculty-Visual Art Comm Design Film Faculty-Visual Art Comm DesignAIRFRAME AND POWERPLANT SCHOOL - Faculty - Maintenance
Job Classification
Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)Wages
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Position Summary
The aviation maintenance instructor is responsible for teaching, planning, organizing, and operating within an FAA-approved Part 147 program, designed to prepare students for the Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) career and related aerospace and technical fields. He/she will work under the supervision of the Department Chair, with the other instructors in the program carrying out functions related to the position as described below.
Qualifications Summary
- Bachelors’ degree, PhD or Master’s degree preferred.
- Current Aircraft Maintenance Certificate with both the Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
- Inspection authorization.
- Must be able to deliver a clear and accurate technical instructional message in a manner that is appropriate for the individual or audience.
Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

ARCHITECTURE - Instructor
Job Classification
Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)Wages
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Position Summary
The Instructor of Architecture holds a faculty appointment and has academic, service, and scholarship responsibilities consistent with the mission and philosophy of the School of Architecture & Interior Design. This individual demonstrates competence in design studio education, teaching of construction technology, and curriculum development at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Qualifications Summary
- Master of Architecture degree preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture or a related field.
- Current state building licensure required.
- Construction supervision experience required.
- Evidence of successful built projects.
- LEED certification is a plus.
Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE STUDIES - Faculty-Int'l Lang Studies
Job Classification
Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)Salary
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Applications Taken Until
Position Summary
This is a one-year interim non-tenure track position at the rank of instructor to teach Spanish language classes at all levels, including grammar, conversation, composition, and writing. Preferred emphasis in translation, specially medical vocabulary.
This is a 75% FTE position and it requires teaching 18-19 credits per year, supervising language labs connected to classes, attending department meetings, holding office hours, providing outside class assistance/support to students, organizing activities for majors/minors, helping with translations of documents or events, collaborating with student previews, being willing to help in any last minute activity.
Qualifications Summary
Masters or doctoral degree in Spanish; a minimum of three years of experience in higher education; a minimum of three years of experience in elementary or secondary education in the US; evidence of high quality teaching and excellent colleagiality; demonstrate extra-curricular involvement.
Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES - Faculty Medical Laboratory Sciences
Job Classification
Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)Salary
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Position Summary
Full-time (12-month) tenure track medical laboratory science (MLS) faculty for a NAACLS accredited MLS Program with skills to effectively teach university courses for undergraduate and graduate students and participate in appropriate scholarly and service activities consistent with the mission and philosophy of the Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences. Candidate should demonstrate competence in both didactic and clinical education and curriculum development.
Qualifications Summary
- Medical Laboratory Scientist or equivalent with national (U.S.) recognized certification such as that from the American Society for Clinical Pathology.
- Experience in major areas of the clinical laboratory such as blood bank, clinical chemistry, immunology, and/or molecular diagnostics.
- Commitment to professional development.
- Advanced degree preferred. Individual with extensive clinical laboratory experience may also be considered.
Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES - Faculty-Medical Lab Sciences
Job Classification
Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)Salary
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Position Summary
Full-time (12-month) tenure track medical laboratory science (MLS) faculty for a NAACLS accredited MLS Program with skills to effectively teach university courses for undergraduate and graduate students and participate in appropriate scholarly and service activities consistent with the mission and philosophy of the Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences. Candidate should demonstrate competence in both didactic and clinical education and curriculum development.
Qualifications Summary
- Medical Laboratory Scientist or equivalent with national (U.S.) recognized certification such as that from the American Society for Clinical Pathology.
- Experience in major areas of the clinical laboratory such as blood bank, clinical chemistry, immunology, and/or molecular diagnostics.
- Commitment to professional development.
- Advanced degree preferred. Individual with extensive clinical laboratory experience may also be considered.
Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

MUSIC - Faculty-Music
Job Classification
Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)Salary
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Position Summary
Full-time tenure track position. It requires 24 teaching credits per year, and it entails teaching music classes at the undergraduate and graduate levels, being responsible for the orchestral studies area, and preparing and conducting the concerts of the AU Symphony Orchestra (AUSO).
Qualifications Summary
- Exhibit consistency and experience in music performance
- Demonstrate excellent leadership and mentorship skills
- Maintain and build excellent collegiate relationships
- Earned doctoral degree in conducting is preferred
Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

NURSING - Faculty-Nursing
Job Classification
Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)Salary
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Position Summary
The Assistant/Associate Professor of Nursing holds a faculty appointment and has academic, service, and scholarship responsibilities consistent with the mission and philosophy of the Nursing Department. This individual demonstrates competence in didactic, clinical education, teaching, and curriculum development at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Qualifications Summary
- DNP or Ph.D. in Nursing from an accredited institution.
- At least 2 years current Nursing teaching experience at the graduate level.
- Current Michigan RN licensure or eligibility for licensure in Michigan State
- Online teaching experience.
- Evidence of scholarship and publications.
- Experience with supervising DNP or other graduate-level scholarly projects.
- FNP Board Certification.

NURSING - Faculty-Nursing
Job Classification
Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)Salary
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Position Summary
Fulltime position and will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate level didactic and clinical courses.
Qualifications Summary
- Doctorate or Masters in Nursing degree
- At least two years of current work experience as a nurse or nurse educator.
- Experience in mental health nursing and/or women's health (OB) a plus.
- Formal teaching experience is preferred.
Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

PHYSICAL THERAPY-ANDREWS CAMPUS - Occupational Therapy Program Director and Faculty
Job Classification
Faculty AdministrativeWages
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Position Summary
Founding Program Director of a new doctoral program in occupational therapy (OTD). The Director will lead efforts in developing and supervising the program including leading the accreditation process with the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) and ensureing compliance with the state and professional bodies. Primary responsibility includes developing an innovative program, including crafting the program’s mission, vision, goals and strategic planning, administration, budget, faculty and staff recruitment, and assessment. The Director will provide professional leadership and support for teaching faculty, serve as a mentor and facilitator for faculty, and enable an environment that fosters creativity.
Qualifications Summary
- Earned entry-level occupational therapy degree from an ACOTE accredited program.
- Earned Doctoral Degree in occupational therapy or a related area awarded by an institution that is accredited by a regional accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
- Current certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
- Licensed or eligible for OT licensure in Michigan.
- 8 years experience in OT including clinical, administrative, teaching and research.
Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

PHYSICAL THERAPY-ANDREWS CAMPUS - Faculty-Physical Therapy
Job Classification
Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)Salary
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Position Summary
Holds a faculty appointment and has administrative, academic, service, and scholarship responsibilities consistent with the mission and philosophy of the School of Rehabilitation Sciences. As a faculty member, primary responsibilities are to teach in the Physical Therapy Postprofessional and/or Entry-level programs. Serves as a track coordinator in the assigned track-General Medicine.
Qualifications Summary
- Earned entry-level physical therapist degree from a CAPTE accredited program.
- Earned advanced doctorate (academic or professional). Candidates enrolled in an academic doctorate with a reasonable projected completion date may be considered.
- Minimum five years of relevant clinical experience preferred.
- Minimum two years of teaching experience preferred, may include teaching online courses.
- Minimum two years of management experience, serving in leadership roles within a given organization preferred.
Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

PHYSICAL THERAPY-ANDREWS CAMPUS - Faculty-Physical Therapy
Job Classification
Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)Salary
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Position Summary
The Clinical Sciences Coordinator/Professor holds a faculty appointment in the PT department and has academic service, scholarship and administrative responsibilities consistent with the mission and philosophy of the Physical Therapy Department. This individual demonstrates competence in clinical sciences teaching, and curriculum development. In addition, the Clinical Sciences Coordinator’s primary responsibilities are to plan, coordinate, facilitate, administer, and monitor activities on behalf of the academic program.
Qualifications Summary
- Earned entry-level physical therapist degree from a CAPTE accredited program.
- Earned advanced doctorate preferred (academic or professional). Candidates nearing completion of academic doctorate degree may be considered.
- At least two years of teaching and research experience preferred.
- Licensed or eligible for Physical Therapist licensure in the state of Michigan.
- Exhibits a willingness to adhere to Christian principles, specifically SDA principles.
- A member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in good and regular standing.
Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

SOCIAL WORK - Faculty-Social Work
Job Classification
Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)Salary
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Applications Taken Until
Position Summary
Teaching areas are primarily in graduate-level clinical practice, with particular expertise in treatment of children and families, school social work, trauma-informed care, and treatment of adult mental disorders. Other responsibilities include coordination of the Dual Degree programs with the SDA Theological Seminary, coordination of the School Social Work certification, and academic advising and service to the department, University, and the surrounding community.
Qualifications Summary
Requires an MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program, a Master of Divinity or related degree from the SDA Theological Seminary, and a minimum of 5 years of post-master’s social work practice experience. Experience as a school social worker or work within school settings is highly desirable. Demonstrated teaching effectiveness and interest in research are also highly desirable.
Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

VISUAL ART, DESIGN & COMMUNICATION - Faculty-Visual Art Comm Design
Job Classification
Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)Salary
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Position Summary
Must have a broad spectrum of communication skills to effectively conduct university courses for undergraduate and graduate communication students, participate in appropriate scholarly and service activities, and be an active contributor to the faculty team. Accordingly the following lists are representative of the knowledge, ability/expertise and commitment required for any person who would mesh well with our needs and mission.
Qualifications Summary
A doctorate in communication and professional experience preferred.
Teaching experience at university level.
Self-confidence, positive attitude with an outgoing personality.
Team player with earned respect from peers and subordinates. Working with people individually and in groups.
Conflict management skills: to identify a problem and collaborate on solutions.
Demonstrates strong networking ability.
Exhibits expertise in writing and publishing.
Has international exposure and diversity experience.
Evidences ability to engage with students as teacher, advisor and mentor.
Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

VISUAL ART, DESIGN & COMMUNICATION - Film Faculty-Visual Art Comm Design
Job Classification
Faculty Full-Time (75-100%)Salary
Commensurate with experienceDate Available
Position Summary
Assistant, associate professor, or artist-in-residence expert in documentary film will teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in filmmaking, with an area of emphasis in post-production techniques and workflow. Continue expanding the documentary film program based on his/her industry experience in filmmaking or other possible areas such as motion design. Manages film program facilities and advises students in their classes and film projects. Continues developing projects that raises the prestige of the university. An artist-in-residence can expect to fill the position for at least a year, and an assistant/associate professor may be brought on permanently.
Qualifications Summary
- A Master of Fine Arts in Film is preferred, but exceptionally strong candidates without a graduate degree will be considered.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of industry experience, with a strong portfolio that demonstrates passion for nonfiction narratives, social issue media, and/or commercial filmmaking.
- A commitment to teamwork/collegiality.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly in mentoring students and guiding them through their creative projects.
- Experience with multiple NLE, color grading, and 2D/3D motion design and compositing platforms.
Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.
