Lecturer II - College of Business

Texas Woman's University

Lecturer II in Business Law

The Merrilee Alexander Kick College of Business and Entrepreneurship is searching for a Lecturer II in Business Law beginning August 2026. This position supports teaching undergraduate and graduate courses on business law and ethics within the Merrilee Alexander Kick College of Business & Entrepreneurship.

Qualified candidates should possess relevant academic credentials and experience, including a JD degree and active legal work. Responsibilities include teaching business law and ethics courses in face-to-face, online, or hybrid formats. Participation in college meetings and service is also expected.

COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY INFORMATION

The TWU Merrilee Alexander Kick College (MAK) of Business & Entrepreneurship currently has over 2,000 students, divided between undergraduate and graduate programs. The MAK College

has three areas/departments: Department of Management & Marketing, Department of

Accounting & Finance, and the Master of Healthcare Administration program. You may learn

more about the MAK College of Business & Entrepreneurship at http://www.twu.edu/business.

Texas Woman's University holds a notable position in higher education as the nation's largest

university primarily for women and is federally recognized as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI)

with a diverse student body. Established in 1901, and currently home to nearly 16,000 students,

TWU is a public university that emphasizes the liberal arts and sciences as well as specialized

and professional studies in business, nursing, health sciences, and education.

TWU operates three campuses: Houston, Dallas, and the main campus in Denton. The City of

Denton, with a population of 150,000, is home to two universities, an active music scene, family

friendly events and festivals, unique restaurants, and the historic Downtown Square. Denton is

located just 40 miles north of the Dallas/Fort Worth city centers. This metroplex, the nation's

fourth largest urban center, has world-class museums, orchestras, opera, ballet, and theatre

companies, as well as an array of professional and collegiate sports venues.

TWU prides itself on providing students with a well-rounded educational experience focused on

service, integrity, health, and well-being. Respect for diversity in all dimensions (currently

ranked 5th in the nation for diversity) and a safe campus environment (Texas Woman's is among

the safest campuses in the nation) are among the hallmarks of a TWU education. TWU faculty

and staff are passionate defenders of a "learn by doing" experiential learning environment

where they provide students with opportunities to engage in campus, workplace, and

community activities that can help shape their sense of purpose, their appreciation for the

importance of building quality personal and professional relationships, and their ability to

address life's challenges. This holistic, mentoring approach to developing students as engaged,

productive citizens in the complex world of the 21st Century encompasses understanding of the

balance of health, spiritual and mental well-being.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Chair, Management & Marketing Department and ultimately the Executive Dean of the Merrilee Alexander Kick College of Business & Entrepreneurship

PRIMARY DUTIES - May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Teaching undergraduate courses in business law and ethics.
• Working collaboratively with MAK colleagues and other academic personnel to conduct and oversee academic quality, including, but not limited to, program-level assessment related to business law and ethics.
• Attending regular college and departmental meetings and retreats, as schedule allows.
• Supporting the MAK College in service positions as needed.

EDUCATION

• Candidates must hold an earned Juris Doctor degree

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS (Preferred):

• Active work in the legal profession.
• Experience with business law and ethics.
• Prior teaching experience.

SAFETY

TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.

Texas Woman's University, an AA/EEO employer, provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected category, class or characteristic.

All offers of employment will be contingent on the candidate's ability to provide documents which establish proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Positions at Texas Woman's University deemed security-sensitive require background checks and verification of all academic credentials.

If you are a male between the age of 18 and 25, federal law requires that you must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. Under HB 558, enacted by the 76th Texas State Legislature, if you are currently of the age and gender requiring registration with Selective Service, but knowingly and willfully fail to do so, you are ineligible for employment with an agency in any branch of Texas state government. For additional information regarding registration or status, you can contact the Selective Service System at 847-688-6888 or www.sss.gov.