Adjunct Faculty - Department of Accounting

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Kogod School of Business

Time Type:

Part time

The Department of Accounting at the Kogod School of Business provides a robust curriculum spanning accounting, taxation, and business law. Our students engage in practical fi nancial research and analysis guided by experienced faculty. We seek qualifi ed individuals to join our team as adjunct professorial lecturers in Accounting to contribute to our mission of delivering quality education and academic excellence at American University.

Responsibilities

• Course Instruction: Deliver engaging and effective instruction in one or more courses within the business curriculum. Develop course syllabi and materials, including lecture notes, assignments, and assessments, to ensure alignment with program objectives and industry standards.
• Student Engagement: Foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment conducive to student success. Provide guidance, feedback, and mentorship to students to enhance their understanding of course concepts and their overall academic growth.
• Staying Current: Stay abreast of current trends, research, and best practices in the field of business. Participate in professional development activities such as giving presentations and attending conferences to support your content area and enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Administrative Duties: Fulfill administrative responsibilities associated with teaching, including grade submission, attendance tracking, and communication with students and departmental staff.

Qualifications

• A master's degree in a related field from an AACSB-accredited institution is needed. Doctoral degrees are welcomed.
• Ability and professional experience in the subject area(s) to be taught; this can be shown by current professional affiliation (active job in the field) and relevant licensure, as applicable.
• Effective communication and people skills to engage diverse groups of students.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, student-centered learning, and continuous improvement.

Application Process

• This is an announcement that will be used to fill adjunct vacancies as they occur. Until you hear from a representative of the KSB Department of Accounting or the AU Office for HR, please continue to apply directly to positions posted on AU's website. Inquiries on positions can be directed to [email protected].
• Once contacted, selected candidates must send a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) to [email protected] for Academic Affairs record keeping and complete all required steps in the employment application in the Workday link, as shared. Cover letters are optional but encouraged.
• Please consult the AU New Hires-Adjunct Faculty webpage for more information.

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.

Other Details

• Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

• Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• American University is an E-Verify employer.

Current American University Employees

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