Assistant Professor - Business Law

Stephen F. Austin State University; Nacogdoches (TX); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Rusche College of Business and the Schlief School of Accountancy at Stephen F. Austin State University seek an outstanding faculty member in Business Law with a focus on teaching, scholarly engagement, and service.

Preference for healthcare law, privacy, and compliance expertise to align with regulatory developments in healthcare. The candidate will contribute to undergraduate/graduate programs, advance scholarship, and support student success while upholding the college’s reputation for

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• Evidence of teaching and scholarly productivity.

Responsabilités

• Teach a substantial load (24 TLC) per fall and spring.
• Engage in research/scholarly activity and service.
• Provide services to the university and the profession.
• Participate in promotion reviews of lower-ranked faculty.
• When tenured, participate in tenure reviews.

Connaissances

Legal expertise

Healthcare law

Teaching & scholarship

Compliance knowledge

Policy & regulation

Privacy & data security

Formation

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Description du poste

SUMMARY

The Rusche College of Business and the Schlief School ofAccountancy seek to identify an outstanding faculty member inBusiness Law who demonstrates excellence in teaching, scholarlyengagement, and service. Particular consideration will be given to candidates with expertise in healthcare law, healthcare regulation,or healthcare policy, including compliance, risk management,privacy and data security, or related areas in the healthcareindustry. The successful candidate will contribute to the academicmission of the Rusche College of Business and the Schlief School ofAccountancy, support student success, engage in meaningfulscholarship, and enhance the college’s reputation through expertisethat aligns with emerging legal and regulatory issues affecting thehealthcare industry.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction.
• Evidence of existing, or the potential for, effective teachingand scholarly productivity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Business Administration (MBA).
• Significant academic or professional experience in healthcarelaw or healthcare-related regulation.
• Knowledge of healthcare compliance, policy, privacyregulations, or risk management.
• Ability to develop healthcare-related legal curriculum withinbusiness programs.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty positionresponsible for contributing significantly to Stephen F. AustinState University’s undergraduate and/or graduate programs throughteaching, scholarship/creative accomplishment, and service. Worksunder minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use ofinitiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.

QUALIFICATIONS

Terminal degree in the field in which the individual will beteaching is required. ABD candidates may be considered if Ph.D. isearned prior to start date.

The rank of Assistant Professor is held by an individual whodemonstrates the capability to produce research/scholarly/creativeaccomplishments, teach effectively, and provide service to theacademic and general communities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Performs an equivalent of twenty-four teaching load credits(TLC) for the combined fall and spring semesters; reduction oftely load through reassignment of duties is possible undercertain circumstances.
2. Engages in research/scholarly/creative and service activitiesat levels that are appropriate to faculty rank and departmentaltenure/merit criteria.
3. Provides services to the university and the profession.
4. Participates in promotion review of lower-ranked facultymembers within the department.
5. When tenured, participates in tenure review of candidates fortenure.
6. May conduct supplemental instructional activities such asindependent studies, internships, advising, and thesis/dissertationsupervision.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. May receive course load reassignment when assignedadministrative duties in support of thedepartment/college/university.
2. May receive course load reassignment when assigned to preparecourse material during the first semester/year when included aspart of initial contract.
3. May receive course load reassignment when approved to conductresearch/scholarly/creative accomplishment and service which exceednormal expectations.
4. May supervise the work of student and/or graduateassistants.
5. May serve on departmental, college, and universitycommittees.
6. Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Theindividual must possess the following knowledge, skills, andabilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individualcan perform the essential functions of the job, with or withoutreasonable accommodation.

1. Extensive knowledge in the field in which the individual willbe teaching.
2. Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduatestudents.
3. Ability and commitment to conduct research and/orscholarly/creative accomplishments and service.
4. Ability to work within a collaborative facultyenvironment.
5. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and writtenform.
6. Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Safety Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University recognizes the potential foraccidents in performing job-related tasks. SFA promotes a safeworking environment. Employees will be responsible for completingassigned tasks safely and efficiently. Employee evaluations willinclude safe job performance.

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal recordcheck.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer andNetwork Security policy.