Adjunct Faculty

St.Edward's University; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas, is inviting applications for a part-time adjunct position beginning in summer 2024. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses in Accounting, Economics, and Finance, with teaching modalities primarily in person.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in the field and demonstrate excellence in teaching. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a diverse student body committed to social justice.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master’s degree required.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach undergraduate courses in the fields of Accounting, Economics, and Finance.
• Evaluate student progress and provide timely feedback.
• Conduct office hours and provide mentoring services to a diverse student body.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Ph.D. or Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the field

Tools

Learning Management System (Canvas)

Job description

The Department of Accounting, Economics and Finance

The Bill Munday School of Business

St. Edward's University, a nationally ranked, independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), invites applications for a part‑time adjunct position in the Department of Accounting, Economics and Finance, beginning summer 2024. St. Edward's is committed to the Holy Cross educational mission of educating hearts and minds of a diverse student body that is deeply committed to social justice.

The successful candidate will fill curricular needs on a part‑time basis as needed. This position is continuously open and qualified persons will be selected to teach undergraduate courses as the need arises. Appointments are generally made on a semester‑by‑semester basis, with positions renewable, contingent upon need and performance.

St. Edward's University embraces excellence through diversity and especially encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender minority groups. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to supporting a diverse student body.

For Consideration

• Ph. D. or Master’s degree (with 18 graduate hours in the field of teaching) is required.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Successful candidate must complete an employment and/or criminal background check.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach courses in the fields listed above according to the learning objectives set forth by the department. Teaching modality is primarily in‑person (face‑to‑face) with some flexible options.
• Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback.
• Provide culturally responsive teaching and mentoring services to a diverse body.
• Utilize the university’s learning management system (Canvas). Training is available.
• Maintain professional standards and comply with all policies and procedures of the department, school, and university. Adjunct instructors must be available on campus for one office hour per week per course taught.
• Other duties as assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer

St. Edward's University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. We require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for employment, and we are not offering visa sponsorship at this time.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check is required for finalists under consideration for this position.