Faculty Employment Opportunities
Pepperdine University's Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, situated in Malibu, California, invites applications for tenure-track and fixed-term faculty positions that may be available for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 academic years. Seaver College partners with Interfolio to collect all faculty job applications electronically. Please click on the position title to see detailed information and apply via the links located at the end of each description.
Potential Candidates
Pepperdine University was established in 1937 by Mr. George Pepperdine, a Christian businessman, who stressed the desirability of a complete education built on a Christian value system. The institution is committed to the ideals of the founder. Pepperdine's Seaver College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college with approximately 3,550 students. Successful candidates must demonstrate an active commitment to the Christian mission of the University and the mission of Seaver College. Located near Los Angeles in Southern California, Pepperdine University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute through their teaching, research, and service to the diversity and excellence of the University and our surrounding community.
Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Pepperdine is committed to providing a work environment free from all forms of harassment and discrimination. Engaging in unlawful discrimination or harassment will result in appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from the University. Pepperdine is religiously affiliated with the Churches of Christ. It is the purpose of Pepperdine to pursue the very highest employment and academic standards within a context which celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical ideals of the Christian faith. While students, faculty, staff and members of the Board of Regents represent many religious backgrounds, Pepperdine reserves the right to seek, hire and promote persons who support the goals and mission of the institution, including the right to prefer co-religionists. It is the intent of the University to create and promote a diverse work force consistent with its stated goals and mission.
Required Application Documents
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- A letter of application
- A curriculum vitae
- Three current letters of reference. All letters should be specific to the position and completed within one year prior to the date of submission. The name and email address for each individual providing a letter of recommendation is required when submitting an application.
- Transcripts of all graduate work (Unofficial copies are acceptable for the application; however, official transcripts may be required for selected applicants.)
- Teaching statement. The teaching statement should reflect on the candidate’s values, beliefs, and goals regarding the teaching and learning process and any pedagogical practices used or envisioned to achieve these goals. Two to three pages maximum length is requested.
- Scholarly/Creative agenda. The statement should outline applicants’ short- and long-term objectives and goals for their research and/or creative activities. Candidates should reflect on currently published or presented work(s) as a foundation for the statement. Two to three pages maximum length is requested.
- Response to Mission. Pepperdine University’s mission statement declares that we are a Christian university committed to the highest standards of
academic excellence and Christian values, where students are strengthened for lives
of purpose, service, and leadership. Religiously affiliated with the churches of Christ,
it is the purpose of Pepperdine to pursue the very highest employment and academic
standards within a context which celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical
ideals of the Christian faith. In pursuit of its mission, Pepperdine reserves the
right to recruit and hire persons who richly embrace the goals and Christian mission
of the University.
At Seaver College, the undergraduate college of letters, arts, and science at Pepperdine, our faith calls us to uphold the highest standards of academic and scholarly excellence. To achieve this goal, the college’s mission statement affirms that we are a Christian college where each student is a person of infinite dignity and their total development is centered at the heart of our educational enterprise. Arising from our faith, we commit to pursue truth relentlessly in all disciplines, fully confident that it has nothing to fear from investigation.
Candidates should thoughtfully reflect on the Christian missions of Pepperdine University and Seaver College and address the following areas in their response.
- A consistent pattern of support for generally accepted Christian values and the mission of Pepperdine University.
- Active participation in a community of faith.
- Either current practice or vision for integrating faith and learning in the classroom.
A background check is required as a condition of employment. Depending on the position, the search committee may request that additional materials accompany the application (e.g., prior teaching evaluations, portfolio of scholarly work, etc.)
All documents submitted must represent the original contributions of the applicant and may not be prepared using an generative artificial intelligence tool, except to provide an accommodation in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and state and local regulations regarding individuals with disabilities.
Faculty Fellows Program
The Seaver College Faculty Fellows program seeks to advance Pepperdine University’s mission by providing one-year fellowships to individuals pursuing careers in Christian higher education and who are active members in congregations affiliated with the Churches of Christ.
Pepperdine University is a Christian University committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian values. Located on the University’s 830-acre campus overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Malibu, Seaver College is home to the University’s residential undergraduate program. Seaver College enjoys a national and international reputation for the quality of its programs. The College’s faculty are deeply committed to student-development, teaching, and scholarship and share a common devotion to Christian moral and ethical values. It is the purpose of Pepperdine University to pursue the very highest academic standards within a context that celebrates and extends the spiritual and ethical ideals of the Christian faith.
Part of Pepperdine's distinction is the way it values its diverse faculty, staff and student body, as well as its specific affiliation with Churches of Christ. In order to affirm its heritage, Pepperdine reserves the right to seek, hire and promote persons who support the goals and mission of the institution, including special consideration for qualified individuals who are active members in a Church of Christ congregation.
Participants in the Faculty Fellows program will develop as Christian educators by participating in the college’s academic life including programming provided by the University’s Center for Faith and Learning and the college’s Center for Teaching Excellence. Fellows will also participate in the college’s new faculty orientation, retreat, and mentoring. Fellows will teach two courses each semester and one summer-session course in an academic area of the college. Fellows will be expected to maintain an active scholarly agenda and contribute to the University through service.
For the 2024-2025 academic year, applications will be accepted from individuals who have completed a doctoral (or terminal) degree in the past three years or who have completed all course requirements and are in the dissertation phase of their doctoral studies.
The salary for this appointment will range from $66,522 to $68,495 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/133899. Review of applications will begin in November 2023 and continue until the position is filled. A background check will be required as a condition of employment.
Contact:
Dr. Kindy De Long (kindy.delong@pepperdine.edu)
Search Committee Chair
Seaver College, Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
Business Administration Division
The Business Administration Division of Pepperdine University seeks a candidate with an earned PhD in Financial Economics or a related field for a tenure-track position. Applicants should complete all requirements for the PhD before August 1, 2024. Successful candidates should be able to teach undergraduate courses in Corporate Finance, Investments, and International Finance. Prior teaching experience is preferable, but not required.
The business program at Seaver College is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). US News and World Report ranks Pepperdine University in the top 76 colleges and universities in the country. We have approximately 890 undergraduate students in the Business Administration Division. Despite a large number of majors, our classes are small (rarely more than 30 students) and our faculty is collegial and collaborative. The division offers Bachelor of Science degree programs in accounting, business administration, finance, and international business and several minors. Degree programs are offered on a full-time, residential basis at the main campus in Malibu, California. Seaver College has an enrollment of approximately 3,550 students. Please visit our website for more information.
Pepperdine University was established in 1937 by Mr. George Pepperdine, a Christian businessman, who stressed the desirability of a complete education built on a Christian value system. The institution is committed to the ideals of the founder. Successful candidates also must demonstrate an active commitment to the Christian mission of the University and the mission of Seaver College. Located near Los Angeles in Southern California, Pepperdine University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute through their teaching, research, and service to the diversity and excellence of the University and our surrounding community.
The salary for this appointment will range from $155,000 to $175,000 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/127570. A background check will be required as a condition of employment.
For more information, please contact the chair of the search committee:
Dr. Levon Goukasian (levon.goukasian@pepperdine.edu)
Professor of Finance
Business Administration Division
Pepperdine University, Seaver College
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
The Business Administration Division of Pepperdine University’s Seaver College seeks a candidate for an Executive-in-Residence faculty appointment beginning Fall 2024 to support the growth of the college’s newly launched entrepreneurship and social entrepreneurship minors. We seek candidates with at least 10 years of success as an entrepreneur or working in a start-up environment and who can leverage their professional experience to teach courses such as Entrepreneurial Thinking, New Venture Research Design and Implementation, Entrepreneurial Finance, and Venture Initiation. Applicants should have a genuine desire to mentor undergraduate students in their entrepreneurial pursuits, be an effective instructor, be committed to advancing inclusion and belonging, and have sincere desire to contribute to and enhance the College’s/University’s Christian mission. A master’s degree in a business-related discipline is required, and preference will be granted to individuals with a doctoral degree. A successful applicant must have the ability to qualify as an instructional practitioner, scholarly practitioner, scholarly academic or practiced academic in accordance with AACSB standards. Depending on need and expertise, the Executive-in-Residence may also teach other courses in the business curriculum.
The business program at Seaver College is accredited by AACSB. US News and World Report ranks Pepperdine University in the top 76 colleges and universities in the country. We have approximately 900 undergraduate students in the Business Administration Division. The division is student centric, our classes are small (rarely more than 30 students) and our faculty is collegial and collaborative. The division offers Bachelor of Science degree programs in accounting, business administration, finance, and international business and several minors. All degree programs are offered on a full-time, residential basis at the main campus in Malibu, California. Seaver College has an enrollment of approximately 3,550 students. Please visit our website for more information.
Pepperdine University was established in 1937 by Mr. George Pepperdine, a Christian businessman, who stressed the desirability of a complete education built on a Christian value system. The institution is committed to the ideals of the founder. Successful candidates also must demonstrate an active commitment to the Christian mission and values of the University and the mission of Seaver College. Located near Los Angeles in Southern California, Pepperdine University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute through their teaching, research, and service to the diversity and excellence of the University and our surrounding community.
The salary for this appointment will range from $120,000 to $133,000 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for an Executive-in-Residence appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/129197. A background check will be required as a condition of employment.
For more information, please contact the chair of the search committee:
Dr. Ben Postlethwaite (ben.postlethwaite@pepperdine.edu)
Professor of Organizational Behavior and Management
Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Hwy
Malibu, CA 90263
Communication Division
Pepperdine University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Sport Administration, beginning in the 2024-2025 academic year. Applicants must have completed a PhD in Sport Management, Sport Administration, Sport Marketing or a related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher education by the date of appointment, which is August 1, 2024.
The successful candidate will teach courses at the undergraduate level in Sport Administration, including: Sport Event and Facilities Management; Sport Marketing; and Sport Sponsorship and Sales; and other required courses as needed. In these classes, the successful candidate will blend theory with practice, preparing students to successfully enter the competitive sport business field upon graduation. We seek a professor who can excite students with real-world examples, timely case studies and learning experiences providing the opportunity to apply theory to relevant problem sets. Documented teaching experience in the area of Sport Administration is strongly preferred.
The successful candidate will mentor and advise undergraduate Sport Administration students academically and professionally and may be called on to assist in overseeing the curriculum component of student internships. Thus, preference will be granted to candidates with professional experience or established professional relationships in the sport industry. A demonstrated passion for developing sport industry opportunities for students inside and outside of the classroom is strongly prioritized.
Documented research interest and teaching experience in the area of Sport Administration are required.
As part of a University focused on preparing students for lives of purpose, service and leadership, Seaver College prioritizes exceptional teaching. Candidates must be student-centric, organized individuals who through clear communication can invigorate student learning in the classroom and develop the next generation of ethical sport industry leaders. The successful candidate is someone excited about utilizing their knowledge and professional experience to inspire students towards paths of service leadership and purposeful excellence.
Pepperdine’s undergraduate Seaver College is a residential liberal arts college of approximately 3,550 students situated in Malibu, California. It is affiliated with the churches of Christ and the Restoration tradition within Protestant Christianity. All applicants must have an active commitment to Pepperdine University's Christian mission and the mission of Seaver College and reflect on their willingness to support the mission in their application materials. We encourage applications from persons with diverse backgrounds and cultural experiences.
The salary for this appointment will range from $84,000 to $91,619 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/128502. Review of applicants will begin October 15, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. A background check will be required as a condition of employment.
For additional information, please contact:
Alicia Jessop, Esq. (alicia.jessop@pepperdine.edu)
Chair, Search Committee
Seaver College, Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263-4211
The Communication Division at the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University invites applications for a visiting appointment in Communication Studies beginning in January 2024. Seaver College is a residential liberal arts college of just over 3,500 students situated in Malibu, California. The successful candidate will teach courses in introductory statistics, quantitative research methods, organizational communication, and/or public speaking. We seek a colleague who will contribute to the student’s whole person, and particularly their awareness of the interconnectedness between self, others, and calling; understanding of communication systems to foster justice; skills for analyzing, evaluating, and interpreting messages; ability to communicate competently across differences and contexts; and their ability to engage in ethical dialogue.
Support for the university’s Christian mission, liberal arts programs, and emphasis on innovative teaching is essential. The College is committed to hiring candidates who advance the University’s commitment to enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. All applicants must have an active commitment to the Christian mission and values of the University and the mission of Seaver College and reflect on their willingness to support the mission in their application materials.
A master’s degree in communication is required, a PhD in communication is preferred. The initial appointment will be from January through July 2024. The salary for this appointment will range from $36,000 to $38,000 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Review of applicants will begin October 15, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/132632. A background check will be required as a condition of employment.
For additional information, please contact:
Lauren Amaro (lauren.amaro@pepperdine.edu)
Chair, Communication Studies Search Committee
Seaver College, Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263-4211
Fine Arts Division
The Art History program in the Fine Arts Division of Pepperdine University’s Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, located in Malibu, California, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Art History to begin August 1, 2024. Applicants should have a PhD in art history or another closely related discipline. Teaching experience beyond the level of a teaching assistant is preferred. We seek outstanding scholar-teachers with expertise in the visual art of Asia, Indigenous Americas, or Africa to join a vibrant artistic community at Seaver College that includes the Frederick R. Weisman Museum of Art. Well-qualified candidates will be able to contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of the Pepperdine experience through their teaching and research, including research alongside undergraduate students.
The successful candidate will have the skills needed to teach a broad range of introductory and advanced art history courses at the undergraduate level, including our World Art I and/or II survey courses. The position will provide service to the Art History Program, Fine Arts Division, and Seaver College, as appropriate.
Pepperdine University is a private Christian university overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Malibu, California. Faculty, staff and students partner to support Pepperdine’s Christian mission, as well as to engage Pepperdine's spiritual community. Successful candidates must have a commitment to Pepperdine University's Christian mission and the mission of Seaver College.
The salary for this appointment will range from $84,000 to $91,619 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/128656. Review of candidates' files will begin October 15, 2023 and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. A background check is required as a condition of employment.
Contact:
Dr. Cynthia Colburn (cynthia.colburn@pepperdine.edu)
Blanche E. Seaver Chair of Fine Arts
Professor and Coordinator, Art History Program
Pepperdine University, Seaver College
Fine Arts Division
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90265
The Fine Arts Division of Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University seeks a pianist with strong experience in the collaborative arts and a significant pedagogical background in Music Theory beginning August 1, 2024. This faculty member will teach private lessons in piano and courses in the music theory core curriculum. The position will provide service to the Fine Arts Division and Seaver College, as appropriate. As a member of the Music Program, the position will participate in recruiting piano students, coordinate chamber music in collaboration with other instrumental faculty, participate in the oversight of recitals, juries, and the instrumental music curriculum, and assign student and staff pianists to private music lessons across the program. DMA, PhD, or equivalent in Music, required.
While developing and maintaining a regional and national reputation as an artist/teacher, the successful candidate will show a clear artistic and scholarly agenda and be able to articulate how those goals serve the mission of a liberal arts music program. The exceptional candidate will show an ability to prepare and teach students in a manner that reflects the diverse range of musical opportunities of the 21st century. As teaching is our foremost emphasis at Seaver College, candidates should also demonstrate exceptional interest and effectiveness in mentoring undergraduate students.
Successful candidates will demonstrate an active commitment to Pepperdine University's Christian mission and the mission of Seaver College. The Fine Arts Division and University are broadly committed to belonging, equity, and inclusion and we especially welcome applications from candidates who are dedicated to advancing these ideals. Pepperdine University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
The salary for this appointment will range from $84,000 to $91,619 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: /apply.interfolio.com/128662. Application review will begin October 15, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required as a condition of employment.
For more information, contact:
Dr. Ryan Board (ryan.board@pepperdine.edu)
Fine Arts Division, Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
Humanities and Teacher Education Division
Please check back for employment opportunities in the Humanities and Teacher Education Division.
International Studies and Languages
The International Studies and Languages Division of Pepperdine University's Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences invites applications for a tenure track faculty appointment in Asian Studies beginning August 1, 2024. The Asian Studies program at Pepperdine University seeks candidates holding a PhD in Chinese Studies, with any area of specialization in the Humanities, for a tenure-track appointment. The successful candidate will teach a range of courses in Chinese history and culture, including History of Modern China, Survey of East Asia, Modern Chinese Literature, and other courses related to the candidate’s specialization. The desire to collaborate with faculty in Asian Studies, International Studies, and other programs elsewhere in the college is strongly encouraged. Interest in organizing, promoting and advising student organizations related to Asian Studies, and in participating in an Asia-based International Program as a faculty-in-residence is desired as well.
Successful candidates must demonstrate an active commitment to Pepperdine's Christian mission and the mission of Seaver College. Applications from persons who can contribute to the diversity of the University’s faculty and community are highly desired.
The salary for this appointment will range from $83,000 to $86,000 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine University offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/131435. Review of applicants will begin on October 15, 2023 and will continue until the search is closed. A background check will be required as a condition of employment.
Please direct position inquiries to:
Dr. George Carlsen (george.carlsen@pepperdine.edu)
Chair, Search Committee
Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
Natural Science Division
Pepperdine University’s Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, located in Malibu, California, invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Biology for the 2024-2025 academic year beginning August 1, 2024. Applicants will have completed a PhD by August 1, 2024 in zoology, animal physiology, or a closely related discipline and will be able to teach and conduct research in those areas. Well-qualified candidates will be able to contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of the Pepperdine experience through their teaching, research, mentoring of undergraduates, as well as their service to the university, their profession, and our surrounding community.
Seaver College places the total development of students at the heart of its educational strategy and seeks scholar-educators who demonstrate exceptional interest and effectiveness in teaching, a commitment to establishing a productive research program, and desire to mentor undergraduate students in both teaching and research. Candidates should have the background and ability to teach zoology and animal physiology courses with an associated laboratory curriculum. Candidates should also have an active and promising scholarly program. Successful candidates will demonstrate an active commitment to the Christian mission and values of the University and the mission of Seaver College. The Department and University are broadly committed to belonging, equity, and inclusion and we especially welcome applications from candidates who are committed to advancing these ideals.
The salary for this appointment will range from $84,000 to $91,619 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/127591. Application review will begin on October 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required as a condition of employment.
Questions regarding this position should be directed to:
Dr. Javier Monzón (javier.monzon@pepperdine.edu)
Associate Professor of Biology
Natural Science Division
Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
Pepperdine University’s Seaver College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, located in Malibu, California, invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Mathematics for the 2024-2025 academic year. Applicants who will have completed a Ph.D. by August 1, 2024 in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, math education, or other related mathematical disciplines will be considered. Well-qualified candidates will be able to contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of the Pepperdine experience through their teaching, research, mentoring of undergraduates, as well as their service to the university, their profession, and our surrounding community.
Seaver College places the total development of students at the heart of its educational strategy and seeks scholar-educators who demonstrate exceptional interest and effectiveness in teaching, a commitment to establishing a productive research program, and desire to mentor undergraduate students in both teaching and research. Candidates should have the background and ability to teach a broad range of introductory and advanced mathematics courses, including courses for business and science majors. Candidates should also have an active and promising scholarly program. Successful candidates will demonstrate an active commitment to the Christian mission and values of the University and the mission of Seaver College. The Department and University are broadly committed to belonging, equity, and inclusion and we especially welcome applications from candidates who are committed to advancing these ideals.
The salary for this appointment will range from $84,000 to $91,619 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/127580. Application review will begin on November 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required as a condition of employment.
Any inquiries about this position should be sent to the chair of the search committee:
Dr. Kevin Iga (Kevin.Iga@pepperdine.edu)
Professor of Mathematics
Natural Science Division
Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
Pepperdine University’s Seaver College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, located in Malibu, California, invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry for the 2024-2025 academic year beginning August 1, 2024. Applicants must have completed a PhD by August 1, 2024 in organic chemistry or a closely related discipline, and candidates with research plans in synthetic organic chemistry will be preferentially considered. Well-qualified candidates will be able to contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of the Pepperdine experience through their teaching, research, mentoring of undergraduates, as well as their service to the university, their profession, and our surrounding community.
Seaver College places the total development of students at the heart of its educational strategy and seeks scholar-educators who demonstrate exceptional interest and effectiveness in teaching, a commitment to establishing a productive research program, and desire to mentor undergraduate students in both teaching and research. Candidates should have the background and ability to teach organic chemistry courses with an associated laboratory curriculum. Candidates should also have an active and promising scholarly program. Successful candidates will demonstrate an active commitment to the Christian mission and values of the University and the mission of Seaver College. The Department and University are broadly committed to belonging, equity, and inclusion and we especially welcome applications from candidates who are committed to advancing these ideals.
The salary for this appointment will range from $84,000 to $91,619 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/127835. Application review will begin on October 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required as a condition of employment.
Any inquiries about this position should be sent to:
Dr. Matt Joyner (matt.joyner@pepperdine.edu)
Associate Professor of Biochemistry
Natural Science Division
Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
Pepperdine University's Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, located in Malibu, California, invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Sports Medicine beginning August 1, 2024. Applicants who will have a completed PhD by August 1, 2024 with expertise in exercise physiology or applied exercise science are preferred while candidates from one of the other recognized subdisciplines of the exercise sciences will also be considered. If you are seeking a tenure line faculty appointment as a scholar/educator at a premier Christian university committed to the highest standards of the liberal arts and kinesiology, then we encourage you to apply.
Seaver College places the total development of students at the heart of its educational strategy and seeks scholar-educators who demonstrate exceptional interest and effectiveness in teaching, a commitment to establishing a productive research program, and desire to mentor undergraduate students in both teaching and research. Successful candidates will actively contribute to a rigorous curriculum in the exercise sciences, with demonstrated doctoral/postdoctoral preparation for teaching undergraduate coursework in one of the following areas: exercise physiology, applied exercise science courses, and/or neuroscience. In addition to teaching expectations, candidates are expected to establish a productive research program that involves undergraduate students. Current research interests in the department include human performance in hypoxia, nutritional considerations for elite athletes, exercise during the perinatal period, and motor-control adapted populations. Well-equipped exercise science laboratories are available for teaching and research. Scholarly collaboration among Sports Medicine faculty as well as with faculty from other disciplines (e.g., biology, nutrition, chemistry, physics, etc.) is encouraged.
Successful candidates will demonstrate an active commitment to the Christian mission and values of the University and the mission of Seaver College. The Department and University are broadly committed to belonging, equity, and inclusion and we especially welcome applications from candidates who are committed to advancing these ideals.
The salary for this appointment will range from $84,000 to $91,619 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/127836 .Application review will begin on October 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required as a condition of employment.
Any inquiries about this position should be sent to:
Dr. Cooker Storm (cooker.storm@pepperdine.edu)
Associate Professor of Sports Medicine
Natural Science Division
Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
Pepperdine University's Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences, located in Malibu, California, invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as an Assistant Professor of Sports Medicine – Biomechanics beginning August 1, 2024. Applicants who will have a completed PhD by August 1, 2024 in biomechanics will be considered while candidates with post-doctoral experience are preferred. If you are seeking a tenure line faculty appointment as a scholar/educator at a premier Christian university committed to the highest standards of the liberal arts and kinesiology, then we encourage you to apply.
Seaver College places the total development of students at the heart of its educational strategy and seeks scholar-educators who demonstrate exceptional interest and effectiveness in teaching, a commitment to establishing a productive research program, and desire to mentor undergraduate students in both teaching and research. Successful candidates will actively contribute to a rigorous curriculum in the exercise sciences, with demonstrated doctoral/postdoctoral preparation for teaching undergraduate coursework in biomechanics as well as at least one other area within exercise science/kinesiology. In addition to teaching expectations, candidates are expected to establish a productive research program that involves undergraduate students. Current research interests in the department include human performance in hypoxia, nutritional considerations for elite athletes, exercise during the perinatal period, and motor-control adapted populations. Well-equipped exercise science laboratories are available for teaching and research. Scholarly collaboration among Sports Medicine faculty as well as with faculty from other disciplines (e.g., biology, nutrition, chemistry, physics, etc.) is encouraged.
Successful candidates will demonstrate an active commitment to the Christian mission of the University and the mission of Seaver College. The Department and University are broadly committed to belonging, equity, and inclusion and we especially welcome applications from candidates who are committed to advancing these ideals.
The salary for this appointment will range from $84,000 to $91,619 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/128246. Application review will begin on October 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required as a condition of employment.
Questions regarding this position should be directed to:
Dr. Cooker Storm (cooker.storm@pepperdine.edu)
Program Coordinator for Sports Medicine
Natural Science Division
Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
Pepperdine University’s Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences invites applications for a research position as Postdoctoral Fellow in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. This position is contingent on receipt of funding from the National Institutes of Health. The preferred start date is January 2024 but can be flexible. Applicants should have earned a PhD in ecology, evolutionary biology, or related field. We seek an outstanding researcher with expertise in population genetics/genomics and next-generation DNA sequencing to work on an NIH-funded project broadly aimed at integrating population genomics and microbial metagenomics of a medically relevant tick. Key responsibilities include working with the principal investigator and undergraduate students in conducting fieldwork and benchwork, analyzing data, and authoring manuscripts for publication. The fellow will experience opportunities to supervise students in the lab, travel to professional conferences, and receive mentorship in career development (research, teaching, and grant writing).
Funding for this position will come from the NIH Research Supplements to Promote Diversity in Health-Related Research. Thus, we strongly encourage applicants from underrepresented groups in science who are committed to enhancing diversity of the national scientific workforce. Applicants must be citizens or legal permanent residents of the United States.
Pepperdine University is a private Christian university overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Malibu, California. Faculty, staff, and students partner to support Pepperdine’s Christian mission. Successful candidates will demonstrate an active commitment to the Christian mission and values of the University and the mission of Seaver College. Additionally, Pepperdine University and the Natural Science Division are broadly committed to belonging, equity, and inclusion. We especially welcome applications from candidates who are committed to advancing these ideals.
The position is full-time until July 2025. The annual salary for this appointment will be $64,488 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/133120. Review of candidates' files will begin immediately, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. A background check will be required as a condition of employment.
Any inquiries about this position should be sent to the chair of the search committee:
Dr. Javier Monzon (javier.monzon@pepperdine.edu)
Associate Professor of Biology, Natural Science Division
Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
Religion and Philosophy Division
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Social Science Division
The Social Science Division of the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Economics to begin Fall 2024. We seek candidates who are able to teach undergraduate courses in macroeconomic theory and econometrics as well as undergraduate upper-division courses in their specialties. Qualifications include a PhD in Economics (although candidates who are ABD will also be considered), an active scholarly agenda, and a commitment to teaching excellence in a Christian liberal arts environment.
Applicants must have an active commitment to Pepperdine University’s Christian mission and the mission of Seaver College and provide a thoughtful reflection on their willingness to support the missions in their application materials. We encourage applications from candidates who will enrich the diversity of our faculty and who are committed to supporting an inclusive educational environment.
The salary for this appointment will range from $115,000 to $125,000 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/128898. Review of applicants will begin September 15, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. A background check will be required as a condition of employment.
Please address any inquiries regarding the position to:
Dr. Andrew Yuengert (andrew.yuengert@pepperdine.edu)
Chair of the Search Committee
Pepperdine University
Social Science Division, Seaver College
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
The Social Science Division of the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in psychology to begin Fall 2024. While we are interested in candidates able to teach undergraduate courses across a wide range of specialties, the ability to teach one or more courses relevant to our Industrial Organizational Psychology minor is preferred. Qualifications include a PhD in psychology (although candidates who are ABD will also be considered), an active scholarly agenda, and a commitment to teaching excellence in a Christian liberal arts environment.
Applicants must have an active commitment to the Christian mission of the University and the mission of Seaver College and provide a thoughtful reflection on their willingness to support the mission in their application materials. We encourage applications from candidates who will enrich the diversity of our faculty and who are committed to supporting an inclusive educational environment.
The salary for this appointment will range from $84,000 to $91,619 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/129471. Review of applicants will begin September 15 and will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required as a condition of employment.
Please address any inquiries regarding the position to:
Dr. Cindy Miller-Perrin (Cindy.Miller-Perrin@pepperdine.edu)
Chair of the Search Committee
Social Science Division
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA 90263
The Social Science Division of the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Psychology to begin Fall 2024. We are interested in candidates able to teach undergraduate courses in statistics and research methods as well as upper-level undergraduate courses in any specialty. Qualifications include a PhD in psychology (although candidates who are ABD will also be considered), an active scholarly agenda, and a commitment to teaching excellence in a Christian liberal arts environment. To advance the University’s mission, we especially seek applications from co-religionists and those affiliated with the Churches of Christ.
Applicants must have an active commitment to the Christian mission of the University and the mission of Seaver College and provide a thoughtful reflection on their willingness to support the mission in their application materials. We encourage applications from candidates who will enrich the diversity of our faculty and who are committed to supporting an inclusive educational environment.
The salary for this appointment will range from $84,000 to $91,619 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/129475. Review of applicants will begin September 15 and will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required as a condition of employment.
Please address any inquiries regarding the position to:
Dr. Steve Rouse (Steve.Rouse@pepperdine.edu)
Chair of the Search Committee
Social Science Division
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA 90263
The Social Science Division of the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University invites applications for a fixed-term visiting assistant professor position in Social Work to begin Fall 2024. We seek candidates with experience teaching both introductory and advanced courses in social work and social welfare policy and the ability to develop and maintain close ties with organizations that will provide challenging internships for our students. The ability to teach one or more courses in Psychology or in the College’s Social Action and Justice program is preferred (and should be addressed in application materials) but not required. Qualifications include an MSW or PhD in Social Work or a closely related field, relevant scholarship and/or professional experience, and a demonstrated commitment to excellent teaching, advising, and internship supervision in a Christian liberal arts environment.
Applicants must have an active commitment to the Christian mission of the University and the mission of Seaver College and provide a thoughtful reflection on their willingness to support the mission in their application materials. We encourage applications from candidates who will enrich the diversity of our faculty and who are committed to supporting an inclusive educational environment.
The salary for this appointment will range from $64,584 to $75,000 and reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual salary may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to salary, Pepperdine offers a robust suite of employee benefits.
Please submit all application materials at: apply.interfolio.com/128701. Review of applicants will begin September 15, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. A background check will be required as a condition of employment.
Please address any inquiries regarding the position to:
Dr. Robert E. Williams, Jr. (robert.williams@pepperdine.edu)
Pepperdine University
Social Science Division, Seaver College
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263