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Nebraska Wesleyan University is an independent Methodist liberal arts university of approximately 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students in Lincoln, Neb. The university’s steadfast commitment to putting learning into action through internships, study abroad, service learning and collaborative research has yielded tremendous outcomes for students and alumni.

Founded in 1887, Nebraska Wesleyan has earned a national reputation for placing students in top graduate and professional school programs. And NWU is among the nation’s leaders in Fulbright scholars, Academic All-Americans and NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship winners.


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Mar 18, 2025
Full time
Assistant Professor of Business Administration
$60,000 - $63,000 yearly
Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE, USA
Nebraska Wesleyan University is seeking applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Business Administration position beginning in August of 2025. Final rank will be determined by the provost upon hire. Nebraska Wesleyan is a liberal arts institution with approximately 1,600 students and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission . NWU offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits plan including Health, Vision, Dental, Life, Disability, Retirement, paid Sabbatical leave, and 100% undergraduate tuition discount for tax dependents after one year of service. Responsibilities The selected candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate (MBA) classes. The teaching load is normally 12 credit hours per semester and may include occasional evening classes. The MBA program is offered fully online. Additional faculty responsibilities include the following: assisting students with career development as an academic advisor;...
Feb 27, 2025
Full time
Manager of Donor Relations
$65,000 - $63,000 yearly
Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE, USA
Do you have the ability to take ideas and plans and make them a reality? Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues to create special moments for donors? Nebraska Wesleyan is recruiting a Manager of Donor Relations. Successful candidates will be collaborative, creative, organized and attentive to detail.  The successful candidate will have a passion for higher education, an appreciative approach to work with colleagues, students, alumni and friends and a desire to transform lives by honoring the societal good that comes from philanthropy. Nebraska Wesleyan University is seeking a full-time, twelve-month Manager of Donor Relations, responsible for developing and managing the donor recognition, stewardship & engagement program.  Primary responsibilities include assuming leadership of stewardship planning for the Advancement team by establishing and coordinating individualized stewardship plans for donors with specific attention paid to the Top 40...
Feb 26, 2025
Full time
Director of Marketing & Communications
$65,000 - $63,000 yearly
Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE, USA
Nebraska Wesleyan University (NWU) seeks a visionary Director of Marketing & Communications to enhance the university’s presence in Nebraska and beyond. This is an exciting time to join NWU, as we are actively collaborating with Ologie on a brand refresh to amplify our story, deepen our impact, and elevate our reputation.  The Director of Marketing & Communications will play a central role in bringing this vision to life, ensuring NWU is seen, heard, and celebrated across our region. If you are a strategic thinker, a creative leader, and a marketing innovator ready to make a real impact, we encourage you to apply.  The incumbent will be reporting to the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Marketing.  This role is a strategic leadership position, responsible for developing and executing marketing initiatives that drive enrollment, community engagement, institutional pride, and support for institutional advancement and...
Feb 13, 2025
Full time
Assistant Professor of Physics
$58,000 - $63,000 yearly
Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE, USA
The Physics Department at Nebraska Wesleyan University (NWU) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor to begin August 2025. The successful applicant will exhibit clear promise for excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate students, as well enthusiasm for personal engagement with students in a liberal arts environment. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated success in implementing innovative, student-centered approaches in the classroom. The Physics Department partners in recently expanded 3+2 dual-degree programs for students pursuing engineering. The ideal candidate will have a background in, or strong connections to, engineering/applied physics fields and will enhance our pre-engineering track by integrating elements of authentic engineering practice into existing physics curriculum. Responsibilities : Teaching duties will include workshop-format introductory physics for majors and...
Feb 13, 2025
Full time
Assistant Professor of Health and Human Performance in Sport Management
$57,000 - $63,000 yearly
Nebraska Wesleyan University Wichita, KS, USA
The Department of Health and Human Performance (HHP) at Nebraska Wesleyan University is seeking to fill a 9-month, Assistant Professor position in Sport Management starting August 2025. A decision on whether this position will be tenure-track or renewable will depend on candidates’ qualifications. See “Qualifications” section below.  This position includes a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance benefits, retirement benefits, a generous holiday schedule, and undergraduate tuition remission for employee’s dependents, among several other benefits. Nebraska Wesleyan, located in Lincoln, the capital city of Nebraska, is a nationally recognized undergraduate liberal arts institution with approximately 1,400 students and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The University values personal attention to students as evidenced by individual academic advising, small class sizes, and a 13:1...
Feb 04, 2025
Full time
Vice President for Advancement
Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE, USA
Nebraska Wesleyan University in the search for its next Vice President of Advancement who will s  serve as an action-oriented leader, driving Nebraska Wesleyan University’s mission forward by transforming its culture of philanthropy and fostering meaningful connections with key stakeholders. This pivotal role will shape and implement a strategic, results-driven fundraising program, including the design and execution of a comprehensive campaign. This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking, passionate advancement professional to lead transformative impact while helping to shape the future of an institution deeply committed to excellence and service. The Vice President for Advancement reports to Nebraska Wesleyan’s President, Dr. Darrin Good, and oversees a growing advancement team of 17 professionals, including six direct reports. NWU offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Nebraska Wesleyan University is...
Jan 31, 2025
Full time
Assistant Professor of Biology
Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE, USA
Nebraska Wesleyan University invites applications for an Assistant professor of Biology with a specialization in Anatomy and Physiology position to begin in August 2025. Candidates with a Ph.D. or masters degree in Biological Sciences (or a closely-related field) are eligible to apply. This is a full-time benefit-eligible position, which includes a comprehensive package including health, vision and dental insurance benefits, retirement benefits, and undergraduate tuition remission for employee dependents. This non-tenure-track position may be renewed indefinitely, depending on performance and enrollment needs.   Nebraska Wesleyan University places high value on personal attention to students. We seek candidates who have demonstrated effectiveness in undergraduate teaching and have a commitment to creative instruction in a variety of formats, including lecture, active learning, and one-on-one interactions. Individuals in this position are expected to...
Jan 31, 2025
Full time
Transfer Admission Counselor - Recruitment Professional
Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE, USA
Nebraska Wesleyan University seeks to hire a results-oriented, energetic recruitment professional to join our dedicated Transfer admissions team. Nebraska Wesleyan University is committed to growing overall enrollment by talented transfer students in our undergraduate programs. The person filling this position will be critical to the success of transfer enrollment goals. Nebraska Wesleyan University is proud to welcome transfer students to our nationally recognized undergraduate programs in Lincoln, Nebraska. Reporting to admissions but working closely with academic affairs and marketing, the Transfer admissions team is charged with the successful recruitment, admission and enrollment of transfer students into our traditional undergraduate programs. This position is a full-time, exempt position, which requires some evening work and limited overnight and regional travel. NWU offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits plan including Health, Vision,...
Dec 16, 2024
Full time
Admissions Counselor
$40,000 yearly
Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE, USA
Nebraska Wesleyan University is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Admissions Counselor to join our Enrollment Management team. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, making informed decisions that effectively communicate the exceptional value of a Nebraska Wesleyan education. The Admission Counselor will primarily report to the Associate Director of First Year Admissions. This position is a full-time, exempt position, which requires some evening and weekend work. NWU offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits plan including Health, Vision, Dental, Life, Disability, Retirement, paid time off and sick leave, and 100% tuition discount for tax dependents’ undergraduate degree after one year of service. Responsibilities: Territory Management:  Strategically manage an assigned recruitment territory to meet and exceed enrollment targets. Prospective Student Engagement:  Assess the skills and interests...
Dec 16, 2024
Full time
Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Health and Human Performance
Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE, USA
The Department of Health and Human Performance (HHP) at Nebraska Wesleyan University is seeking to fill a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Health and Human Performance, starting August 2025. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance benefits, retirement benefits, a generous holiday schedule, and undergraduate tuition remission for employee’s dependents, among several other benefits. Nebraska Wesleyan, located in Lincoln, the capital city of Nebraska, is a nationally recognized undergraduate liberal arts institution with approximately 1,700 students and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The University values personal attention to students as evidenced by individual academic advising, small class sizes, and a 13:1 average student-faculty ratio. The University’s steadfast commitment to putting learning into action through internships, study abroad, service...