Assistant/Associate Professor Of Accounting (Tenured/Tenure Track)

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Job Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting (Tenured/Tenure Track) FLSA Status Exempt Posted Salary Range Commensurate with qualifications and experience Employment Status Full Time Department School of Business Job Summary

Teach the assigned courses at undergraduate and graduate level within faculty member's sphere of expertise and for which he/she has achieved and established academic qualifications. Participate in faculty activities in preparation for continued accreditation and generally support the University and school assignments and functions. Complete research leading to publication in peer reviewed journals.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to teach courses online, using learning management system, knowledge of the subject, skill in delivering the required knowledge and the ability to engender learning in students. Evidence of teaching excellence within an academic field culturally responsive to the opportunities and challenges of human differences.

• Communication skills: Clearly conveys information and ideas to others both verbally and in writing.

• Interpersonal Effectiveness: Facilitates student success by setting goals and motivating students to achieve them, handles conflict in a constructive manner.

• Student Focused: Creates and/or implements student-focused processes or procedures.

• Professionalism: Participates in all activities in a collegial, ethical and responsible manner.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret academic material such as textbooks and journals

• Ability to respond to inquiries from students, staff and administration in a timely manner as stipulated.

• Academic preparation and credentials to support the academic qualifications for teaching, research and publication in his/her area of expertise.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop and teach accounting classes at undergraduate and graduate level.

• Conduct significant research and publish in peer review journals to justify graduate faculty designation.

• Serve on School of Business and university wide committees as required.

• Provide service and outreach to the community

• Engage in scholarly activity and develop new ideas through research by publishing in trade journals.

• Participate in professional development activities to remain current in the field.

• Demonstrates commitment to teaching, supervision, and advising

• Delivers learning-centered instruction

• Conducts assessments of student and program learning outcomes

• Advise students

• Twelve hours (12) course load per semester

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Accounting or related field all business accredited schools. ABD candidates near completion will also be considered for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting.

Licensing and Certifications

CPA preferred but not required.

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Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas Sedentary Work

• Exerting 10 pounds Occasionally Light Work

• Exerting up to 20 pounds Occasionally Medium Work

• Exerting 20-50 pounds Occasionally Heavy Work

• Exerting 50-100 pounds Not Required Very Heavy Work

• Exerting in excess of 100 pounds Not Required Travel Occasionally Extended Work Hours Not Required

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number Number of Vacancies 1 Location Lorman Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 04/01/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement

EEO Statement:

Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquires and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University:

Complaints, inquiries, or specific requests in regard to Title IX and Section 504 directives should be made to: Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6700.

Complaints, inquiries, or requests in regard to non-discrimination in employment practices should be made to: Human Resources Department, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6188

Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to ADA/ADAAA compliance in employment practices should also be made to the department of human resources.

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