Position Openings

Academic Administrative/Faculty Position Openings

If you are interested in administrator and/or staff positions at the university, please visit the Human Resources webpage.

Founded in Newberg, Ore., in 1891 by evangelical Friends pioneers, George Fox University is a Christian liberal arts institution that has maintained a distinctively Christian mission. From humble beginnings more than 100 years ago, George Fox has grown rapidly in the last two decades -- both in academic reputation and size. Click here to read more about George Fox University's academic excellence and national recognition.

The mission of the university from its beginning has been to demonstrate the meaning of Jesus Christ by offering a caring educational community in which each individual may achieve the highest intellectual and personal growth. Professors teach all truth as God's truth, integrating all fields of learning around the person and work of Jesus Christ, bringing the divine revelations through sense, reason, and intuition to the confirming test of Scripture. All applicants must express a personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a local church. In addition, professors agree to live in agreement with the university lifestyle statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith. Individuals who would fit this profile are encouraged to apply for any current openings in our faculty.

An evangelical Christian university of the arts, sciences, and professional studies, George Fox University enrolls more than 3,000 graduate and undergraduate students. U.S. News & World Report classifies George Fox as a national university and recognizes the university for its high percentage of students studying abroad. Through our all-expense Act Six multicultural leadership scholarships, China Studies Initiative, and aggressive recruitment efforts of employees and students of color, George Fox seeks to become a more racially and ethnically diverse community. We believe that such goals are in keeping with our mission as a Christ-centered community.

Salary and rank will be commensurate with education and professional experience. The contract year begins Aug. 15. Unless otherwise noted, interested candidates should submit by mail, fax or electronically:

  • letter of interest summarizing your qualifications and interest in George Fox
  • application (download here)
  • professional vita
  • the names of professional references whom the search committee may contact

Applications will be reviewed as received and a search committee will oversee the screening of applicants and arranging interviews. George Fox University is an equal opportunity employer. Below is a listing of academic administrative positions and faculty positions, starting with undergraduate and then graduate.

Administrative Positions (coaching positions are posted under Undergraduate Faculty Positions listed below)

There are no administrative positions available at this time.

Undergraduate Faculty Positions (Adjunct Positions are listed at the bottom) 

There are no undergraduate faculty openings at this time.

Graduate Faculty Positions

There are no graduate faculty openings at this time.

Adjunct Positions

Adjunct Accounting Instructors

The George Fox University School of Management invites applications from scholars and practitioners with strong public or private accounting skills who are interested in joining a business school that emphasizes excellence in teaching. Adjunct instructor positions in managerial accounting and accounting information systems begin August 31, 2009.  The positions will be filled by energetic individuals who share a vision to develop leaders for all segments of society that combine Christian values with solid business expertise.

The ideal applicant will have doctoral qualifications (Ph.D. in Accounting; DBA with Accounting emphasis; J.D. with MBA or MAcct). Individuals who are currently engaged in doctoral studies will be considered. At a minimum, candidates are required to have an MBA or Masters in a related field, professional accounting certification, practical experience and strong teaching skills.  Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and professional vita to:  Seth Sikkema, School of Management, George Fox University, 414 N. Meridian St., Newberg, OR 97132, e-mail: ssikkema@georgefox.edu. Phone: 503-554-2813, FAX: 503-554-2829.  The application period will close on July 15, 2009.

The School of Management is home to over 500 undergraduate, MBA and doctoral students. A strong student focus, a major emphasis on applied knowledge, and an expectation that faculty members actively integrate their Christian faith with their business discipline characterize the School of Management.

Adjunct Nursing Instructors

George Fox University is seeking applicants with strong clinical skills and who desire to be part of a dynamic Bachelor of Science in Nursing program by supervising sophomore or junior nursing students during their clinical rotation.

The Department of Nursing at George Fox University invites interested individuals who are enthusiastic about working with an educational community where faculty encourage students to achieve their highest intellectual and personal potential to apply for part time (20 hours per week) clinical adjunct faculty positions. Successful candidates will be involved in preparing students to successfully function in basic clinical roles. Individuals with teaching experience in Medical-Surgical and Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing are encouraged to apply; however, other areas of teaching specialty will be considered. Responsibilities include supervising students on Tuesdays and Wednesdays during their clinical rotations at selected health care facilities; making weekly assignments; reading and grading written assignments; maintaining positive relationships with clinical agencies.

Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred, associate degree considered; current and unencumbered Oregon R. N. license. Positions open until filled. For more information, please contact Dr. Ron Mitchell, Director, Department of Nursing, rmitchel@georgefox.edu (503-554-2951).

George Fox University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from minorities.

Campus Security

George Fox University is concerned about the security of its campus community. In compliance with the Clery Act, we provide our crime statistics and security policies on our Security Services web page to current students and employees as well as prospective students and employees of the university.

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