Adjunct Instructor of Business Law

Description:

Special Instructions to Applicants
Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The position will remain open until filled.

Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Applicants must apply at https://www.jobs.usm.edu to be considered. The following are required for your application to be complete and to be considered: 1) a cover letter that describes the candidate's qualifications for the position as detailed in this announcement; 2) a current curriculum vitae; 3) evidence of teaching effectiveness, if applicable (e.g., a sample of recent, system-generated teaching evaluations); and 4) names and contact information for five professional references, at least three of whom can provide an evaluation of teaching or teaching potential.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary:
The School of Accountancy (SoA) in the College of Business and Economic Development (CBED), University of Southern Mississippi, invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach a senior level business law course focused on topics tested on the CPA exam.

Candidates may be asked to teach on the Hattiesburg or Gulf Park campus, in a remote delivery format, or online. Campus classes will be delivered late afternoons or evenings. Adjunct instructors are engaged to teach classes on a class-by-class, semester-by-semester basis.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver courses covering the assigned content and topics.
• Communicate course requirements to students.
• Teach face-to-face, hybrid, and online classes as needed.
• Be available to students enrolled in their class for support and course advising, including exams, required remediation, and summative evaluations.
• Be collaborative with other CBED faculty as well as the Director of the SoA to plan, implement, and evaluate each course offering taught to maintain quality and effectiveness.
• Assign and evaluate assessments required for assurance of learning.
• Follow the policies and procedures of the College of Business and Economic Development, the School of Accountancy, and the University of Southern Mississippi.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.
• 5 years of substantial practice experience as an attorney in an area of commercial / business law.
• Meet the qualifications required for a scholarly academic, practice academic, scholarly practitioner, or instructional practitioner in accounting for AACSB accreditation purposes.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to teach effectively (both online and in traditional settings) at the university level
• Exceptional written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of effective teaching practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with students, staff, and faculty from all backgrounds, programs, and colleges.
• Knowledge of the field of advanced business law topics
• The ability to navigate and use learning management systems for teaching, such as Canvas, as well as other technological communications (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Proficiency in teaching strategies and techniques for all student populations

Preferred Qualifications:

• An undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting
• Certification as a CPA
• Prior teaching experience at a four-year university delivering online and campus classes
• Experience with learning management and online homework systems

The School of Accountancy
The School of Accountancy is separately accredited by AACSB and offers undergraduate and master degrees with an extensive network of alumni in local, state, and federal service. We serve accounting majors on both the Hattiesburg and the Gulf Park campuses. The Hattiesburg area has an estimated population of approximately 150,000 and is one of the fastest growing regions in the State of Mississippi. The main campus is located in the culturally diverse and economically dynamic southern part of Mississippi about 65 miles from the Gulf Coast. Students, faculty and staff benefit from a climate that fosters year-round outdoor activities, and the quality of life is characterized by a reasonable cost of living coupled with easy access to major metropolitan areas such as New Orleans, LA; Mobile, AL; and Jackson, MS. You can find further information on the School of Accountancy at https://www.usm.edu/accountancy/.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.

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