Adjunct Faculty – Accounting (Fall 2026)

Dominican University; River Forest (IL); On-site; USD 33,480 - 40,176; Part time

Job summary

Dominican University seeks a part-time Adjunct Faculty Member to teach ACCT 312 – Income Taxation of Individuals starting August 15, 2026. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree and have experience in taxation and teaching. The role involves preparing course materials and engaging students in online classes.

Compensation is on a per-course basis, ranging from $3,000 to $3,600 depending on qualifications and experience.

The university promotes diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in taxation, Accounting, or closely related field from an AACSB accredited institution.
• 5+ years of professional experience in public accounting, taxation, corporate tax, or related areas.
• Experience preparing and reviewing individual, partnership, corporate, or fiduciary tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Teach ACCT 312 – Income Taxation of Individuals in accordance with departmental objectives.
• Prepare course materials and maintain regular communication with students.
• Submit grades and participate in course assessment activities.

Skills

Communication of complex tax concepts

Professional experience in individual income taxation

Experience working with diverse student populations

Education

Master's degree in taxation or Accounting

Job description

Position: Adjunct Faculty, Accounting (Fall 2026)

Location: River Forest, IL

Job Id: 2337

# of Openings: 1

Position Available: August 15, 2026

FLSA Status: Exempt (salary)

Job Status: Part-time Faculty (non-tenure track)

Position Summary

The Brennan School of Business at Dominican University is seeking a part-time Adjunct Faculty Member to teach ACCT 312 – Income Taxation of Individuals, a required course for all undergraduate accounting majors. The course meets Monday and Wednesday, 8:00am – 9:15am, in an online synchronous format on Dominican University’s River Forest campus. The successful candidate will bring both academic preparation and professional tax experience to the classroom and will engage students through applied learning, current tax issues, and practical examples from accounting practice. The adjunct faculty member may collaborate with senior departmental faculty to review and enhance course materials, case studies, and software specific to this course.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in taxation, Accounting, or a closely related field from an AACSB accredited institution
• Professional experience in individual income taxation and tax planning
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex tax concepts effectively to undergraduate students

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA license or other relevant professional credential
• At least 5 years of professional experience in public accounting, taxation, corporate tax, or related areas
• Experience preparing and reviewing individual, partnership, corporate, or fiduciary tax returns
• Experience with current federal tax law, tax research methodologies, and professional tax research resources
• Prior college-level teaching experience or experience training and mentoring professionals
• Familiarity with instructional technology, including Canvas or comparable learning management systems
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience working with diverse student populations

Responsibilities

• Teaching ACCT 312 – Income Taxation of Individuals in accordance with departmental learning objectives and university policies
• Preparing course materials, assignments, examinations, and other instructional resources appropriate to the subject matter
• Maintaining regular communication with students and providing timely feedback on assignments and assessments
• Holding office hours and meeting with students as needed to support academic success
• Submitting grades, attendance records, and other required documentation in a timely manner
• Administering student evaluations and participating in assessment activities as requested by the department
• Adhering to university policies, procedures, and academic calendar deadlines
• Collaborating with accounting faculty on course assessment and continuous improvement initiatives

Physical Demands

• Ability to spend long durations of the workday sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Salary and FLSA Status

Adjunct faculty are compensated on a per-course basis.

• Salary: $3,000-$3,600 (depending on degree attained and experience, particularly university-level instructor-of-record experience).
• FLSA Status: Exempt, Part-Time (Adjunct Faculty)

Applicants Should Submit

• Cover letter identifying courses of interest
• Curriculum vitae or resume
• List of professional references
• Teaching philosophy statement

Official transcripts will be required of finalists. Employment is contingent upon successful background check.

Institutional Statement

Dominican University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.