Current Openings

Listed below are summaries of the responsibilities of positions available at Gardner-Webb University. These are summaries only and are not job descriptions. Unless otherwise noted, positions are open until filled. To find out more about the vacancies, please contact either Scott White, Director of Human Resources, or Frances Sizemore, Associate Director of Human Resources.

Gardner-Webb University maintains a policy of non-discrimination. No aspect of employment will be influenced by race, color, sex, national origin, veteran status, handicap, age, or any other basis prohibited by statute.

Gardner-Webb University is a private institution founded by North Carolina Baptists in 1905 and employs individuals who participate in and whole heartedly support Christian values.

Faculty Positions

Faculty Position in Wealth and Trust Management

Gardner-Webb University invites applications for the above position beginning Fall 2012. J.D. with L.L.M or MBA, Trust Certificate a plus, excellent teaching credentials needed. Ability to work in a team environment required. Responsibilities: teach undergraduate and graduate classes in areas of concentration and other related business courses. Other responsibilities include student advising and committee assignments. Off campus/evening teaching likely. Gardner-Webb University is a coeducational, residential, private institution with a strong emphasis in the Liberal Arts, located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina (50 miles southwest of Charlotte) offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs to approximately 4,000 students. Founded by North Carolina Baptists in 1905, Gardner-Webb employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support Christian values. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Application: Send application letter, vita, transcripts and references to Van Graham, Associate Dean, School of Business, P.O. Box 7208, Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, NC 28017. Deadline for all applications is June 1, 2012. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Clinical Coordinator: School of Nursing

Gardner-Webb University School of Nursing is now accepting applications for our Nursing Clinical Coordinator position to begin August 13, 2012. This is a permanent, non-tenure track position, with rank and salary dependent on qualifications. Duties and responsibilities of this position include planning, coordinating and administration of clinical activities for students to support pre-licensure programs. The desired candidate should possess excellent organizational and administrative skills. BSN and current unrestricted nursing license required, MSN preferred.

Responsibilities include clinical scheduling and oversight of adjunct faculty supervising pre-licensure students at various healthcare facilities. Additional responsibilities include recruiting, retention, support and evaluation of clinical adjunct faculty. Student academic advising and other responsibilities associated with a faculty position is expected.

Gardner-Webb University is a coeducational, residential, private institution with a strong emphasis in the Liberal Arts, located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina (50 miles southwest of Charlotte) offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs to approximately 4,000 students. Founded by North Carolina Baptists in 1905, Gardner-Webb employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support Christian values. Women and minorities encouraged to apply.

Candidates should send a letter of interest, current vita, official transcripts of all college-level work, and contact information for four references to Linda Wines, ADN Chair, PO Box 7268; Gardner-Webb University; Boiling Springs, NC 28017. Electronic submissions accepted at lwines@gardner-webb.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Assistant Professor of Education

GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY seeks an Assistant Professor of Education for a position in the School of Education, beginning August 2012. Qualifications include desired Ph.D./Ed.D. (ABDs considered) in a related area with a strong background in curricular and instructional design, implementation and assessment at the undergraduate level, and the use of innovative educational technologies to enhance student learning. Candidates should have a minimum of three years of teaching experience at the preK-12 school level. Prior experience with supervising field experiences and student teaching and with teaching instructional technology is preferred. The successful candidate will be dedicated to undergraduate teaching and as a scholar-practitioner will demonstrate deep understanding of children, the ability to develop innovative strategies for helping undergraduate level teacher candidates excel in their careers, and a solid understanding of educational technology and its application to a variety of settings. Candidate needs also to understand or be willing to learn teacher accreditation standards of both NCATE and the State of North Carolina. Duties include teaching K-12 level foundations, curriculum, methods, literacy education, differentiated instruction and other courses related to K-12 level education; mentoring and advising undergraduate and graduate students; serving in the university community in a number of collaborative ways.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until May 31, 2012. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Doug Eury, Dean, School of Education, Gardner-Webb University, P.O. Box 7226, Boiling Springs, North Carolina 28017.

Gardner-Webb University is a coeducational, residential, private institution with a beautiful campus 50 miles southwest of Charlotte, North Carolina. A variety of undergraduate and graduate programs are offered to approximately 4,000 students. Founded by North Carolina Baptists in 1905, the university employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support Christian values. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Assistant Professors of Graduate Education

GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY seeks two Assistant Professors of Graduate Education for positions in the School of Education, beginning August, 2012. Qualifications include desired Ph.D./Ed.D. (ABDs considered) in School Administration and/or Curriculum & Instruction. Candidates should have a minimum of three years of administrative or curriculum leadership experience in public schools. Prior experience with higher education instruction is preferred. The successful candidate will be dedicated to graduate teaching and as a scholar-practitioner will demonstrate deep understanding administrative preparation, the ability to develop innovative strategies for helping graduate candidates excel in their careers, and a solid understanding of educational technology and its application to a variety of settings. Candidate needs also to understand or be willing to learn educational accreditation standards of both NCATE and the State of North Carolina. Duties include teaching graduate level courses in executive leadership and/or curriculum & instruction at the school level and school system level; mentoring and advising graduate students; serving in the university community in a number of collaborative ways. One of the two positions will be assigned to coordinate Ed S program of studies pending full approval of the program.

Faculty Position and Clinical Education Coordinator

Gardner-Webb University invites applications for a faculty member in the Department of Physical Education, Wellness, and Sport Studies. This is a permanent, non-tenure track position, with rank and salary dependent on qualifications. Applicants are required to hold an earned master’s degree in athletic training or related field from a regionally accredited college or university. The candidate must have experience at both teaching at the collegiate level and clinical education coordination. Current license as an athletic trainer in NC or ability to obtain licensure is required. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching by assisting the Athletic Training Education Program Director with the oversight of the clinical education requirements for our CAATE accredited undergraduate program.

Responsibilities include: teaching within the Physical Education, Wellness, and Sport Studies department; specifically, athletic training courses and general health courses, and service as the clinical education coordinator. Additional Responsibilities include advising students, and the ability to provide service to the university, department, and community. The start date is August 13, 2012.

Candidates should send a letter of interest, current vita, official transcripts of all college-level work, and contact information for four references to Dr. Ken Baker; Chair of Physical Education, Wellness, and Sport Studies; PO Box 7257;Gardner-Webb University; Boiling Springs, NC 28017. Electronic submissions accepted at kbaker@gardner-webb.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Geography Position

Gardner-Webb University seeks an individual qualified to teach courses in Geography, Secondary Social Studies methods, and Global Understanding (a general education course addressing contemporary world issues). In addition, the opportunity exists to broaden Geography course offerings. The position also requires coordination of the Secondary Social Studies licensure program, including supervision of student teachers in Secondary Social Studies (typically 0-3 per semester). The candidate should have expertise and graduate training (Ph.D. preferred, but at least a Masters Degree) in human and/or cultural Geography and qualification in Secondary Social Studies teacher licensure. Standard teaching load is four courses per semester ; salary and benefits are competitive with institutions of similar size and purpose.

The position will be available January 2013. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, evidence of effective teaching, official transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Tim Vanderburg, PO Box 7343, Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, NC 28017.

Gardner-Webb University is a coeducational, residential, private institution located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina (50 miles southwest of Charlotte) offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs to approximately 4,000 students. Founded by North Carolina Baptists in 1905, Gardner-Webb employs individuals who participate in and wholeheartedly support Christian values. Women and minorities encouraged to apply.

Voice Professor

Gardner-Webb University invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the Department of Music (rank dependent on qualifications). Principal teaching duties include Applied Voice and Music Survey. Possible additional courses include Diction and Vocal Pedagogy as needed. Doctoral degree in music or a masters degree plus professional experience preferred. The candidate must be committed to undergraduate teaching and demonstrate success as a performer in the area of classical voice. Experience in styles such as musical theatre and/or jazz is a plus.Review of applications will commence on January 25 and continue until the position is until filled.

Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and complete contact information for four references via email to Dr. Patricia Sparti at psparti@gardner-webb.edu (704-406-4453). Letters of recommendation may be included. Any additional materials will be requested as needed.

Faculty Position in Exercise Science

Gardner-Webb University invites applications for a faculty position in Exercise Science in the Department of Physical Education, Wellness, and Sport Studies. This is a tenure-track position, with rank and salary dependent on qualifications. A terminal degree in Exercise Science or a related field is desired. The candidate must be able to teach several courses within the department, including perhaps the general education program. Course assignments could include the following: Nutrition, Strength and Conditioning, Program Planning and Evaluation, Kinesiology, Exercise Leadership, and Exercise Programming for Special Populations. Responsibilities include advising students, and the ability to provide service to the university, department, profession and community. The start date is August 13, 2012.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching in a university setting; and CSCS or HFS certification.

Candidates should send a letter of interest, current vita, official transcripts of all college-level work, and contact information for four references to Dr. Ken Baker; Chair of Physical Education, Wellness, and Sport Studies; PO Box 7257; Gardner-Webb University; Boiling Springs, NC 28017. Electronic submissions accepted at kbaker@gardner-webb.edu. Review of applicants will begin January 15, 2012.

Tenure-Track Faculty Position
Biologist
Department of Natural Sciences at Gardner-Webb University

Gardner-Webb University is seeking qualified, broadly trained candidates for a full-time tenure-track teaching position in Biology beginning August 2012. Teaching responsibilities include zoology, general biology, ecology and corresponding laboratories. Opportunities to teach human biology and anatomy and physiology may also be available. A terminal degree is preferred and required for tenure track status. Candidates must have a strong commitment to undergraduate education. The university is committed to education in a liberal arts context, offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts and sciences and in professional and pre-professional fields, and provides an extensive degree-completion program for non-traditional students in a number of off campus centers.

Salary and benefits are competitive with institutions of similar size and purpose. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a letter of application, résumé, official transcripts, statement of Teaching Philosophy, and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Venita Totten, Department of Natural Sciences, Gardner-Webb University, Boiling Springs, NC, 28017.

Assistant/Associate Professor
Theatre Department, School of Performing and Visual Arts at Gardner-Webb University

Gardner-Webb University School of Performing and Visual Arts invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor in the Department of Theatre, a tenure track position beginning August 2012.

Qualifications include professional experience, college teaching experience, and a commitment to excellence; terminal degree (MFA or PhD) preferred. The successful candidate will possess strong administrative skills, a commitment to mentoring students, and engaged collegiality.

Responsibilities include teaching acting/directing, theatre history and other academic courses according to expertise (normally six hours per semester); selecting/directing/producing theatre repertoire (normally two per semester); academic advising; recruiting/auditioning prospective students; integrating theatre productions into the academic program; mentoring senior capstone projects.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit electronically (in PDF format) or by mail, a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy and three letters of recommendation to: Christopher R. Keene, ckeene@gardner-webb.edu, Search Committee Chair, Department of Theatre Arts, 110 S. Main Street – Campus Box 7244, Boiling Springs, NC 28017

Staff Positions

Enrollment Systems Support

Gardner-Webb University is seeking a person to fill the position of e-Systems Analyst. Please see job description for detailed responsibilities. Interested persons should e-mail a resume and letter of interest to swhite@gardner-webb.edu. Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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