What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor of Accounting position at Louisiana State University?
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Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.
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ACCOUNTING INSTRUCTOR
DEPARTMENT: College of Business
POSITION TITLE: Accounting Instructor
POSITION TYPE: Faculty/Unclassified
SUPERVISOR: Dean, College of Business
PURPOSE:
This position is responsible for teaching in the Accounting program while fulfilling all normal duties and responsibilities of a faculty member at Louisiana State University of Alexandria. The College of Business is ACBSP accredited and currently offers a BS in Accounting and a Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Accounting. Within the BS in Accounting, two concentrations are offered: (1) Accounting Information Systems and Data Analytics, and (2) Fraud and Forensic Accounting. The teaching responsibilities are at the undergraduate level and may include face-to-face, online, and hybrid courses. This is a full-time, nine-month position.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
60% - Teaching and Academic Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate accounting courses, including Accounting Information Systems, Data Analytics, Fraud, and Forensic Accounting. Maintain academic qualifications for ACBSP accreditation, advise students, and perform appropriate departmental, university, and community service. Develop and deliver courses in various formats (face-to-face, online, and hybrid). Teaching load consists of 12 hours per semester with potential summer teaching opportunities. Exhibit a commitment to high-quality teaching and scholarly research.
20% - Research and Scholarly Activity: Engage in scholarly research in the field of accounting, resulting in publications and presentations. Stay current with advancements in accounting practices and methodologies to enhance instructional quality and academic contributions.
20% - Service and Community Engagement: Participate in departmental, university, and community service activities. Contribute to program and curriculum development and serve on academic committees as needed. Actively engage with the academic community through professional organizations and public service. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Dean or Department Chair, including attending meetings and participating in college-wide events.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
MBA with 18 hours of upper-level accounting coursework, Master in Professional Accountancy, or Master of Science in Accounting.
Active CPA or CMA license preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Applicants should submit through WorkDay: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, and the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references. Official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and background check are required before a candidate can be hired.
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Application Instructions:Please attach a Resume, a cover letter, 3 letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Please upload all in one single PDF file.
Questions or concerns about your application should be directed to LSUA Human Resources at 318-473-6401 or HumanResources@lsua.edu.
Please attach all transcripts to your application for proof of education.
Background check is required for hire.
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Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
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LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hrm@lsua.edu
