Instructor of Accounting - 9 MONTH

Job Description

Closing Date:

Type of Position:
Adjunct Faculty, Faculty - Non-Tenure

Workstudy Position: No

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. 

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Department: Accounting, Economics, & Finance

Summary of Job Duties:
The Instructor in Accounting is responsible for teaching required courses in the Accounting program, providing service to the department, school, and university as well as outreach and service to the business community. This position is governed by state and federal laws as well as agency and institution policy.

Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience:
• Graduate degree in Accounting or related Business field (eg, MBA or J.D.);
• Appropriate professional designation(s);
• Significant professional experience supporting teaching assignments.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:
• Teaching experience is desirable.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Teach required courses per semester (fall and spring), of which 2 to 3 may be different courses; classes take place in the mornings, at night (1 night/week), and/or online. During the summers (subject to funding, department's needs, and availability) all full-time faculty members, including Instructors, may teach an additional two courses for 15% of their 9-month salary, over a 5-week period of time;
• Serve on University, College, and Department committees;
• Engage with regional business community;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Committed to students' success;
• Committed to remaining current in the area of expertise and/or instruction;
• Ability to teach online and in-person.


Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Application Instructions

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity: N/A

Occasional Physical Activity: N/A

Benefits Eligible: Yes