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FACULTY POSITION

TITLE:

Accounting - Lecturer

DEPARTMENT:

Business

SALARY RANGE:

Commensurate with credentials and experience

Description of Duties

The State University of New York (SUNY) College at Canton and the School of Business and Liberal Arts invite qualified applicants for a full-time, non-tenure track Lecturer position in the Business Department, beginning September 1, 2025.

Responsibilities

  • Teach a variety of courses within the Associate of Science in Accounting program, with a 4/4 course load, across face-to-face, online, and hybrid (flex) modalities.
  • Support efforts to continuously develop and enhance the curriculum to ensure it meets the evolving needs of the business industry and prepares students for successful careers.
  • Advise students enrolled in Business Department majors, guiding them through their academic and career pathways.
  • Actively participate in faculty governance and other university service activities.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching skills and stay current in the field.
  • Engage with local businesses, entrepreneurs, and community organizations to create partnerships that benefit students and enhance their learning experiences.
  • Participate in ongoing assessment and evaluation of courses and programs to ensure they meet educational objectives and maintain high quality standards.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Master degree in Accounting, from an accredited institution.
  • Previous teaching experience in college-level courses (face-to-face, online, and flex (hybrid) modalities preferred).
  • Ability to develop and deliver business courses across online, face-to-face, and flex (hybrid) modalities.
  • Strong commitment to academic mentoring and student development.

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

  • Experience integrating applied learning into the curriculum.
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching, with a proven ability to engage and inspire students in both traditional and online settings.
  • Experience in curriculum design and development, particularly in accounting, to align with industry trends and student needs.
  • Proven ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, including non-traditional and first-generation college students.
  • Experience with workforce development and training initiatives.
  • Five years of professional experience in accounting.
  • Experience collaborating with industry partners to create real-world learning opportunities, such as internships, co-op programs, or capstone projects.
  • Strong background in academic advising and mentoring, with a focus on guiding students through their academic and career pathways.

Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal background check.

Closing Date for Receipt of Applications

Review begins October 1 and will continue until the position is filled.

Apply for Position

SUNY Canton, a unit of the State University of New York, is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. SUNY Canton is building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and strongly encourages applications from minority and women candidates.