Assistant Professor, Accounting

Lynn-University; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lynn University in Boca Raton, FL seeks a faculty member to teach undergraduate and graduate business courses, mentor students, and participate in the college's assessment program.

Candidates should hold a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a related field, have teaching experience, and be proficient with electronic platforms or be willing to learn; evidence of scholarly activity and service is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (M.A.) or equivalent; or related teaching experience
• Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) or equivalent and some teaching experience
• Knowledge of electronic platforms for teaching on-ground or online courses or willingness to learn and use in instructional delivery
• Related professional experience preferred
• Appreciation of different learning styles to adapt instruction
• All degrees must be from a regionally accredited university
• Three letters of reference, resume or CV with credentials, transcripts and cover letter required for application

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students
• Participate in the college's assessment program of student performance
• Maintain office hours as required
• Support admissions events as necessary
• Pursue an active research agenda
• Serve as academic coordinator for the degree program if needed

Skills

Teaching

Mentorship

Communication

Online platforms

Education

Master’s degree

Doctoral degree

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Electronic platforms

Job description

Summary:To teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in business academic programs.Job Description:Essential duties and responsibilitiesTeach undergraduate and graduate coursesParticipate in the college's assessment program of student performanceTimely response to student questions and concernsTimely submission of university reports and requirements, such as attendance, grades, and student progress reportsMentor undergraduate and graduate studentsParticipate in university, college or department affairsPursue an active research agendaMaintain regular office hours as requiredSupport admissions events as necessaryIn some cases, serve as the academic coordinator for the degree programMinimum qualificationsMaster’s degree (M.A.) or equivalent; or some related teaching experience and/or training; or equivalent combination or education and experienceDoctoral degree (Ph.D.) or equivalent and some teaching experience; or equivalent combination of education and experienceCandidates must have knowledge of electronic platforms, whether teaching on ground or online courses or be willing to learn and use in instructional deliveryAlthough not an absolute requirement, related professional experience is preferredCandidates must have an appreciation of different learning styles to incorporate into their instructional deliveryCandidates must have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skillsMinimum qualificationsFor 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.To ApplyCompleted applications will be reviewed upon receipt for match to potential needs. Only completed applications will be reviewed, which must include a short cover letter, resume or CV with detailed academic credentials, three letters of reference, and copies of all college transcripts. Before an applicant is approved to teach official transcripts will also be required.Accreditation and equal opportunityLynn 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.Lynn University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, master's and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call [phone] for questions about the accreditation of Lynn University. 2020 Lynn UniversityAmericans with Disabilities ActPlease notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling [phone].The Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportIn compliance with the Clery Act, the University annually provides a report to each student and current employee, as well as to prospective employees and students, that provides a detailed disclosure of information regarding campus security practices (including Emergency Response Plan, Timely Warnings, Emergency Warnings, Missing Persons, fire safety policies, fire prevention data, and Crime Log policies), as well as crime and fire-related incident statistics for the preceding year. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lynn.edu/securityreportFor your health, Lynn University is smoke- and tobacco-free.