Assistant Professor, Accounting

Lynn University; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lynn University in Boca Raton, FL invites applications for a faculty position to teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate business students. The role involves delivering courses, supporting assessment, and engaging in department activities.

Candidates should hold a master’s degree or doctoral degree with demonstrated teaching ability. Proficiency with learning platforms and a passion for diverse learning styles are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent; or related teaching experience and/or training.
• Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) or equivalent and some teaching experience; or equivalent education/experience.
• Knowledge of electronic platforms for online or on-ground instruction; willingness to learn.
• Related professional experience preferred.
• Appreciation of different learning styles for instructional delivery.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Participate in the college's assessment program of student performance.
• Timely response to student questions and concerns.
• Timely submission of university reports and requirements (attendance, grades, progress reports).
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Participate in university, college or department affairs.
• Pursue an active research agenda.
• Maintain regular office hours; support admissions events as necessary.
• In some cases, serve as the academic coordinator for the degree program.

Skills

Communication

Mentoring

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Time management

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) or equivalent

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Summary: To teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in business academic programs.

Job Description

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
• Participate in the college's assessment program of student performance
• Timely response to student questions and concerns
• Timely submission of university reports and requirements, such as attendance, grades, and student progress reports
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students
• Participate in university, college or department affairs
• Pursue an active research agenda
• Maintain regular office hours as requiredSupport admissions events as necessary
• In some cases, serve as the academic coordinator for the degree program

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree (M.A.) or equivalent; or some related teaching experience and/or training; or equivalent combination or education and experience
• Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) or equivalent and some teaching experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Candidates must have knowledge of electronic platforms, whether teaching on ground or online courses or be willing to learn and use in instructional delivery
• Although not an absolute requirement, related professional experience is preferred
• Candidates must have an appreciation of different learning styles to incorporate into their instructional delivery
• Candidates must have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

Minimum Qualifications

• For the teaching of graduate courses, the candidate must have a doctorate in the field of instruction or a doctorate in a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours of coursework in the field of instruction. All degrees must be from a regionally accredited university.

Accreditation and equal opportunity

Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, parenting status, veteran status or retirement status in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the non-discrimination policy may be directed to the Lynn University Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator at 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33431, [e-mail], or [phone]; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling [phone].

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