Faculty Positions

Messiah College, located in south-central Pennsylvania, is recruiting for the following full time, term-tenure track positions. Ph.D. and teaching experience preferred. Evidence of strong commitment to teaching and ongoing scholarly research is expected. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. All candidates must be strongly committed to the educational mission of the College.

A list of any available adjunct (part-time) faculty positions can also be found below.

SCHOOL OF THE ARTS,
RICHARD ROBERSON, DEAN

• No open positions at this time

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES,
RAEANN HAMON, INTERIM DEAN

• Human Development and Family Science : Human Development and Family Science and Director of Latino Partnership
  
  The Department of Human Development and Family Science in the School of Education and Social Sciences at Messiah College invites applications for a full-time/term-tenure track faculty position in Human Development and Family Science (3/4 time) and Director of Messiah College’s Latino Partnership (1/4 time).

  Responsibilities: Teach a variety of courses in human development and family science including: Family Ethnicity and Human Services; Latino Families; Adult Development; Marriage and Family Therapy; Marital Relationships; and/or other areas depending upon interest/expertise and department needs. Direct the Latino Partnership Program.

  Qualifications: Ph.D. in Family Science, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field. CFLE and/or AAMFT clinical membership preferred. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and desire to teach in a Christian college of the liberal and applied arts and sciences. Bi-lingual in Spanish and English.

  The College: Messiah College is a Christian college of the liberal and applied arts and sciences. The College is committed to an embracing spirit rooted in the Anabaptist, Pietist, and Wesleyan traditions of the Christian Church. Our mission is to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character, and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership, and reconciliation in church and society. Messiah College is a teaching institution which emphasizes instruction but values research and public service. Strong support is given to faculty growth and scholarship.

  The Department of Human Development and Family Science seeks to enhance the well-being of families in diverse societies through educating students for graduate school and careers in family science; engaging in national conversations on family-related issues; modeling and promoting civic engagement and ethical responsibility in a variety of contexts; conducting academic research; developing and delivering effective family life education programs; presenting ideas and solutions which reflect Christian faith and values; and pursuing lives of leadership, service, and reconciliation both locally and globally. The Department offers two majors: Human Development and Family Science and Family and Consumer Sciences Education, both affirmed by the National Council on Family Relations' Curriculum Review Committee for Certified Family Life Education, and six minors: multicultural families; gerontology; human development and family science; children and youth services; women’s studies; and pre-marriage and family therapy.

  The goal of the Latino Partnership is to facilitate the involvement of students, staff, and faculty in the Latino community of Harrisburg, as well as enhance the exchange of educational resources between this local group and Messiah College. Rooted in the concept of meaningful and reciprocal partnerships, this program aims to serve as an effective vehicle for addressing community needs while providing the Messiah College community with a rich educational opportunity to learn and serve in diverse and complex social environments. (http://www.messiah.edu/external_programs/latino/)

  Starting Date for Position: Fall 2008

  Compensation: Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.

  Applications and Nominations: Nominations, as well as applications, are welcome. The search committee will begin screening immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Applicants should submit a letter of application indicating areas of specialization, two copies of their curriculum vitae, a copy of official transcripts, and three reference letters. Please address all inquiries, applications, and nominations to:

Dr. Debra Berke, Interim Chair
Messiah College
Department of Human Development and Family Science
Box 3047
Grantham, PA 17027
(717) 766-2511 x 7205
dberke@messiah.edu

SCHOOL OF HEALTH AND NATURAL SCIENCES,
GERALD HESS, INTERIM DEAN

• No open positions at this time

SCHOOL OF THE HUMANITIES,
JOSEPH HUFFMAN, DEAN

• No open positions at this time

SCHOOL OF THE MATHEMATICS, ENGINEERING AND BUSINESS,
RAY NORMAN, DEAN

• Management & Business: Finance
  The Department of Management & Business in the School of Mathematics, Engineering, and Business at Messiah College is inviting applications for a continuing, full-time, term-tenure track faculty position in Finance.
  
  Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate courses in financial management, corporate finance and investments as well as courses in other areas of expertise. Normal teaching load is eight courses per year. Course release time for scholarship is possible. Student advising and other institutional service expected.
  
  Qualifications: Ph.D. or ABD in finance, accounting or economics or MBA with CFA or DBA with finance concentration; Excellent teaching skills; Vibrant personal Christian faith integrated in philosophy of education; Interest in scholarship and professionally active; Desire to build student and community relationships.
  
  The College: Messiah College is nationally recognized Christian college of the liberal and applied arts and sciences. The College is committed to an embracing evangelical spirit rooted in the Anabaptist, Pietist, and Wesleyan traditions of the Christian Church. Our mission is to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership, and reconciliation in church and society. Messiah College emphasizes teaching excellence but values research and public service. Strong support is given to faculty growth, development and scholarship. The Department of Management and Business is one of three in the School of Mathematics, Engineering, and Business. There are 13 full-time faculty and over 360 students majoring in the department in nine different majors. Two majors require time at our Philadelphia campus.
  

  Starting Date for Position: August 2008
  
  Compensation: Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits include TIAA-CREF, life, health, and dental insurance, and college tuition assistance for dependents.
  
  Applications and Nominations: Review of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Submit a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, and three references to:

  Mr. Thomas Chilcote, Chair
  Finance Search Committee
  Messiah College
  P.O. Box 3042, One College Avenue
  Grantham, PA 17027
  (717) 766-2511, ext 6640
  chilcote@messiah.edu

About Messiah College
Messiah College, a Christian college of the liberal and applied arts and sciences, does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, ethnic/national origin, disability, race or gender in its education programs, admissions or employment policies. For additional information, contact: