Business Administration, Assistant/Associate Professor

About the University of Saint Joseph:

The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, provides a rigorous liberal arts and professional education for a diverse student population in an inclusive environment that encourages strong ethical values, personal integrity, and a sense of responsibility to the needs of society.

The University has been recognized as a top national university in Connecticut by U.S. News & World Report's Best College Rankings including being the #1 Connecticut University in "Top Performers on Social Mobility," #2 Connecticut University in "Best Value Schools," and #3 Connecticut University in "Best National Universities."

Ideally situated midway between Boston and New York City, the beautiful 90-acre Olmsted-designed campus is one mile from West Hartford's thriving downtown and provides an array of cultural events, occasions for spiritual development, and fitness and recreational options. The University also has an active presence outside our campus, reaching into the surrounding community through internships, community service projects, new programs, and partnerships.

At the University of Saint Joseph, our mission statement profoundly resonates with our faculty and staff and serves as the foundation upon which our employment policy is built. We seek to attract, develop, and retain individuals who are committed to our mission. We are committed to providing an environment where diverse talents, perspectives, experiences, and contributions are recognized, and one that promotes the "growth of the whole person" with resources that enable employees to meet professional and personal life needs.

Job Description:

The Department of Business Administration at the University of Saint Joseph invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track- or non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor starting in August 2025. The rank of Assistant or Associate professor and the type of position (tenure-track or non-tenure-track) will be determined  based on the academic and professional qualifications and experiences of the candidate. Candidates are expected to demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.   

The ideal candidate will be able to teach the following courses: 

• Principles of Accounting I and II
• Managerial Accounting
• Cost Accounting
• Intermediate Accounting I and II
• Audit
• Financial Management
• Investment Management
• Accounting Data Analytics

The Department of Business Administration resides in the School of Arts, Sciences, Business, and Education at the University of Saint Joseph. The department offers undergraduate degrees in Accounting, Management, and Sport Management and Promotion. At the graduate level, the Department offers Master of Science in Management and Master of Healthcare Administration degree programs. 

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Teach 24 contact hours per academic year, as assigned.

• Demonstrate expertise in current methods and practices for teaching college-level courses and the potential to integrate professional and academic experiences to deliver up-to-date, relevant course content.

• Prepare lectures, projects, homework, assessments, and other student assignments.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of course content, program assessment, and other related activities.
• Engage in professional/scholarly activities to keep current in the field.
• Participate in University’s shared governance processes, engaging in University, School, Departmental, and ad hoc committees.
• Advise and mentor assigned students in the Department.
• Build a positive rapport with students and faculty and promote an environment of student success at USJ.

Qualifications:

• An earned doctorate degree in accounting or a related field from an accredited institution is preferred. Those currently completing their doctorate may apply with documentation from their dissertation advisor demonstrating a clear timeline to degree completion.
• Candidates with an MBA or an M.S. in Accounting with an active CPA licensure will be considered.
• Industry experience in the area of and accounting/finance is desirable. 
• Prior college level teaching experience is desirable.
• Cultural competency to work with diverse student and/or employee population.
• Commitment to the University of Saint Joseph mission.
• For a tenure-track appointment, the candidate must show evidence of potential to maintain an active scholarship agenda that leads to publications possibly with undergraduate student participation.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit:

• Letter of interest addressing all qualifications for the position; please include salary requirements
• Current curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy and research interests (two pages maximum)
• Unofficial transcripts
• Three current professional references (contact information only)

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ACCOMMODATIONS FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES INFORMATION

The University of Saint Joseph believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from different socioeconomic backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

The University of Saint Joseph is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Please visit our website to read more about our mission statement and learn more about our department and program.