Online Faculty – Legal Environment of Business
ECPI University is seeking experienced business and legal professionals to join our faculty team as Online Faculty teaching Legal Environment of Business.
This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who enjoy sharing their industry knowledge and helping students connect business and legal concepts to real-world situations.
As an Online Faculty member, you will deliver engaging, practical instruction through the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) and conduct weekly live lectures via Zoom. Faculty are expected to create a supportive, student-centered learning environment while using active-learning strategies and real-world examples to help students achieve course learning outcomes.
Candidates must be available evenings and weekends to support students.
Education & Qualifications
- Master’s or Doctorate degree in business administration, management, or a related field with graduate course work in business law, employment law, or legal studies; or Juris Doctor (J.D.)
- J.D. or Doctoral degree in Business preferred
- 3–5 years of relevant professional/industry experience within the past ten years in related field.
- Experience may include compliance, contracts, HR/employment law, regulatory affairs, or corporate counsel work.
- Two years of online teaching experience preferred
- Strong online presentation and webinar facilitation skills preferred
- Experience with Canvas LMS preferred
What You'll Do
- Teach Legal Environment of Business courses in an accelerated five-week format
- Deliver engaging weekly live lectures via Zoom
- Provide practical, hands-on instruction that connects legal principles with real-world business situations
- Use active-learning techniques and innovative teaching methodologies to enhance student engagement
- Facilitate course activities, discussions, assignments, and assessments through Canvas
- Provide timely feedback, guidance, and academic support to students
- Build rapport with students and create an approachable, supportive online learning environment
- Communicate effectively with students representing a variety of backgrounds and perspectives
- Assist students with basic course-related technology or software questions and direct more complex technical concerns to the appropriate resources
- Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and integrity
Technical Requirements
Online Faculty must have:
- Reliable high-speed internet access
- A current Windows-based computer and webcam that meet ECPI University's minimum technical requirements
- Ability to conduct and participate in weekly live lectures via Zoom
Why Teach at ECPI University?
At ECPI University, faculty have the opportunity to bring their professional experience directly into the classroom and make a meaningful impact on students preparing for their careers.
We offer:
- A strong focus on students and academic excellence
- A hands-on, career-focused approach to education
- An adult-focused accelerated academic schedule
- Individualized course tutoring available to students
- A professional and collaborative work environment
- Talented and committed colleagues
- Opportunities to expand your professional knowledge, skills, and network
- Competitive compensation and benefits for eligible positions
About ECPI University
For more than 50 years, ECPI University has helped students achieve their educational and career goals through hands-on, student-centered education.
With campuses in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, and Online, ECPI University offers Master's, Bachelor's, and Associate's degrees, as well as certification training in Technology, Health Science, Business, Criminal Justice, and Culinary Arts.
Our continued growth creates opportunities for dynamic, caring professionals who are passionate about education and committed to making a difference in students' lives.
Join ECPI University and bring your business and legal experience into the classroom to help prepare the next generation of professionals.
is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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