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Non-Tenure Track Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor in Accounting
Rohrer College of Business

Rowan University

Position Summary:

The Rohrer College of Business at Rowan University invites applications for a non-tenure track teaching professor in Accounting. This is a teaching-focused role responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in undergraduate and/or graduate accounting courses. The successful candidate will bring relevant industry experience, a strong commitment to student success, and the ability to translate real-world accounting practices into an engaging academic environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach up to 12 credit hours per semester in accounting and related topics.
• Develop and deliver course materials aligned with program learning objectives and industry standards.
• Incorporate applied, experiential learning techniques to enhance student engagement.
• Maintain regular office hours and provide timely feedback and academic support to students.
• Participate in curriculum development and continuous program improvement initiatives.
• Stay current with developments in accounting practice, regulation, and education.
• Engage in service activities that support the department, college, and university as appropriate for a teaching-focused appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant or equivalent professional certification.
• Experience in accounting practice.
• Prior teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Familiarity with accounting curriculum.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and commitment to student-centered learning.

Assistant or Associate non-tenure track Teaching Professors for this position are expected to hold a terminal degree (e.g., PhD, DBA, LLM, MST) or its professional equivalent. The teaching positions are 10-month, full-time, non-tenure track appointments. Successful candidates will teach 24 credits over two semesters, with an option to teach overload and summer classes for additional compensation. Positions are renewable based on performance reviews and programmatic needs.

Complete applications will include:

1. Cover letter
2. Current detailed CV
3. Statement of teaching philosophy
4. Evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available)
5. Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable for initial review)
6. Names and contact information for at least three references; confidential letters will be requested if an application is moved forward

Review of applications will commence immediately, and continue until suitable candidates have been identified. Applicants will need to submit the above materials via our online application system at  https://jobs.rowan.edu/en-us/listing/. 

BENEFIT INFORMATION

For eligible employees, benefits include: comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents).  For more detailed information, please visit:  https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/benefits/

SALARY

In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is: 

Assistant Teaching Professor: Ranges 21-24

Associate Teaching Professor: Ranges 25-27

with placement within the range determined by candidate's qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors. visit this link to view all respective ranges listed above: https://www.cnjscl.org/Library/CNJSCL_FT-PT_2023-2027_Salary_Charts-Approved.pdf

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the University will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position. All positions are contingent upon budget appropriations. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Jia Wang, Professor, Department Chair, at wangji@rowan.edu.  

A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor's through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to nearly 25,000 students. The fastest-growing public research institution in the Northeast and among the country's top 10 fastest-growing, Rowan offers a thriving multidisciplinary environment with a strong emphasis on practical research in health care, engineering, science and business, while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. Nationally recognized for innovation, high-quality, affordable education and public-private partnerships, Rowan is one of two universities in the U.S. to offer M.D., D.O. and D.V.M. degree programs.

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