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FACULTY POSITION

TITLE:

Accounting Lecturer

DEPARTMENT:

School of Business and Liberal Arts

SALARY RANGE:

$65,000 - $70,000

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 Business Department, 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:

  • Master’s degree in accounting or an MBA with accounting and finance focus 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:

  • 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 immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

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