Franklin University, located in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a full-time Lead Faculty to support the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program within Doctoral Studies & Academic Research. Reporting to the Department Chair, Doctoral Programs, this role serves as an academic leader, scholar-practitioner, and subject matter expert responsible for ensuring the quality, consistency, and continuous improvement of doctoral coursework and faculty engagement. Candidates will have the flexibility of a hybrid or remote work schedule, provided they commit to being onsite as needed to support departmental initiatives, collaboration, and university events. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in doctoral education, shaping the success of both students and faculty within the DBA program.

The Lead Faculty plays a critical role in advancing academic excellence through teaching, curriculum development, assessment leadership, and accreditation support. The role includes teaching doctoral courses in business, management, and leadership disciplines, applying contemporary pedagogical approaches and instructional technologies to enhance engagement, learning, and persistence. Close collaboration with instructional design and academic leadership is essential to designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality DBA courses that align with accreditation standards, professional competencies, and program learning outcomes. The position also contributes to program evaluation, assessment activities, substantive change requests, and accreditation reports, ensuring the curriculum remains responsive to evolving industry needs and best practices in doctoral education.

In addition to instructional responsibilities, this role supports the University’s teacher-scholar model through ongoing scholarship and professional development that strengthen disciplinary expertise and teaching effectiveness. Responsibilities also include mentoring adjunct faculty, contributing to university governance and committee work, engaging in professional and community service, and participating in commencement and other required academic events. Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the Department Chair or Dean in alignment with program and institutional needs.

Qualified candidates will hold a DBA or PhD in Business, Management, or a related discipline from an institutionally (formerly regionally) accredited institution, with at least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline. Successful candidates will demonstrate experience in doctoral-level teaching, curriculum design, and faculty engagement, along with strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills suited to a fast-paced academic environment. Proficiency with digital learning platforms, data analytics tools, and online teaching technologies is essential, as is the ability to conceptualize, implement, and evaluate doctoral courses designed to respond to emerging markets and industry trends. Preferred candidates will bring experience in program development, accreditation self-studies, and assessment processes, along with an active research agenda in areas such as management, leadership, organizational behavior, business analytics, or educational effectiveness. Additional preferred qualifications include professional certifications or specialized credentials and prior corporate, military, or consulting experience that demonstrates cross-sector leadership and operational management.

Internal candidates will be given priority consideration through November 30, 2025.

Founded in 1902, Franklin University has built its reputation on removing barriers to higher education for ambitious adults who must balance their educational goals with other commitments. Accredited and nonprofit, Franklin has earned its long-standing reputation as an innovator in online education. The University offers applied, in-demand undergraduate, master's and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. From entrepreneurs to CEOs, more than 50,000 Franklin alumni can be found around the world contributing to the communities in which they live and work.

Franklin offers a competitive benefits package, incentive program and free parking. In addition, Franklin provides free undergraduate tuition and graduate or doctoral tuition assistance for employees and their immediate family members.

Franklin University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Franklin does not discriminate on the basis of age, religion, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, disability, or veteran or military status.

At Franklin University, we embrace diversity and strive to create an environment where students, faculty and staff feel a sense of belonging. We recognize that our collective potential can only be realized when difference is valued, equal access to opportunity is sought, and inclusion is practiced.