Assistant Professor

Position Details

Classification Information

Position Classification Title Assistant Professor

FLSA Exempt Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA) 80091 EPA Position Type Faculty JCAT 201000

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of the Position

At Winston-Salem State University (WSSU), our new strategic plan WSSU 2030 Unleash the Genius commits our employees to create a unique, responsive learning experience that unleashes the genius of each student. Our employees must provide our students with a high-quality educational experience in a culturally engaging campus environment where they thrive as learners, scholars, and leaders. To actualize this outcome, we must have strong, visionary faculty committed to delivering quality instruction, student success inside and outside the classroom, engaging the community and professional organizations within the academic discipline, and producing original scholarship that adds to the body of knowledge within the professional discipline; moreover, our faculty must collaborate with internal and external constituents to achieve the institution's vision of advancing equity and upward mobility.

Given this context, the Faculty of Business invites applications for a nine- month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Accounting in the College of Arts, Sciences, Business, and Education. The start date for this position is August 2023. Job responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses; serving as a faculty advisor; mentoring and coaching students inside and outside of the classroom; producing scholarly research that results in publications in peer-reviewed journals or books within the discipline or allied field area or within peer-reviewed journals that promote the teaching and learning of the discipline; facilitating presentations at well-respected professional conferences; engaging in the procurement of extramural funds with interdisciplinary teams; participating in departmental, College, and university service as well as engaging in service to one's professional discipline and the larger Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, and North Carolina community.

Position Information

Working Position Title Assistant Professor

Building and Room No.

RJ Reynolds Center, Room 020H

Appointment Type Permanent Full-Time If Time Limited. No Appointment Length. 9 Months Position Number 000792

Requirements and Preferences

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies No

Normal Work Schedule Department Required Skills

The Faculty of Business seek exceptional candidates who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching accounting to undergraduate and graduate students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. The following qualifications and skills are required for this position: Applicants must have an earned doctorate degree in accounting or related area (ABDs will be considered but must complete their doctoral degrees by August 15, 2023) from a regionally accredited four-year institution of higher education.

Must demonstrate knowledge of current accounting standards and CPA evolution plans.

Must illustrate an ability to leverage various technologies that engage students in the learning process.

Must illustrate willingness to participate in interdisciplinary teaching and research collaborations with professional colleagues at the university, across universities, or within the broader public.

Must articulate their commitment to their professional growth and development via engagement in professional organizations and conferences.

Must demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills as well as effective interpersonal skills.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

The Faculty of Business prefer candidates who possess the following experiences and skills:

Individuals with relevant professional accounting experience or certification.

Preference will be given to individuals with doctoral degrees from AACSB accredited institutions.

Preferred candidates will have a strong background in data analytics.

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated ability to mentor undergraduate students in research experiences, internship opportunities, community-service, or study abroad opportunities.

Individuals with a commitment to diversity, social justice, innovation, and collaboration in working with schools and university colleagues.

Required License or Certification Valid US Driver's License No Commercial Driver's License Required No Physical Required No List any other medical/drug tests required

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

Teaching and Advising

Instructing undergraduate and graduate courses in accounting, which includes face-to-face and online formats.

Construct detailed course syllabi.

Provide high quality, engaging instruction.

Leverage various technologies (e.g., Canvas, EAB Navigate) to enhance student success.

Maintain required office hours each week.

Serve as an academic advisor.

Work collaboratively to enhance the accounting curriculum and co- curricular activities.

Scholarship, Research, and Creative Activity

Produce scholarly research that results in publications in peer-reviewed journals in the accounting discipline that should be focused on teaching and learning of accounting in higher education.

Must present at professional conferences and meetings within the discipline.

The ideal candidate will engage in procuring research grants.

University, Professional, and Community Service and Engagement

Participate consistently in departmental and College meetings.

Serve on departmental-, College-, and university-level committees.

Maintain membership in discipline-specific professional organizations as needed.

Review conference proposals and peer-reviewed journal articles or engage in other professional engagement opportunities.

Serve on community- or business-oriented committees, boards, and commissions related, when asked to serve.

Percentage Of Time 100

Posting Details

Posting Details

Internal Posting Only No

Position Type Faculty Time Limited Position No Appointment Length

9 Months

Salary 144,841 Open Date 01/11/2023 Close Date 02/11/2023 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary

Please Note: This Position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Document

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

Letter of Recommendation 1

Letter of Reference 1

Letter of Reference 2

Letter of Reference 3

Unofficial Transcript

References List