Location : Upland
Job Type: Full Time Faculty
Job Number: 202400413
Area: School of Business + Leadership
Opening Date: 12/02/2024
Summary
Taylor University is seeking applications and nominations for distinguished candidates to teach in the Department of Business in Accounting. This is a tenure-track position beginning August 2026. Appointment of rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Mission and Commitment
Taylor's mission is to develop servant-leaders marked with a passion to minister Christ's redemptive love, grace, and truth to a world in need. As a community, Taylor faculty, staff, and students commit to living out Christ's love and truth in the here and now. We worship together, serve one another, and grow in faith as we learn in the classroom, on the field, at chapel, and anywhere else we're doing Life Together.
Duties and Responsibilities
- The successful candidate will teach a variety of accounting courses based on the candidate's credentials and experience (e.g., Intermediate Accounting, Cost Accounting, Advanced Accounting, Auditing, Accounting Analytics, Integrated Accounting Systems).
- The normal teaching load is 24 hours per academic year.
- Scholarly activity, professional service, student advising, faculty governance responsibilities, and chapel attendance are also expected.
Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience
- PhD or DBA in Accounting or a closely related field is preferred.
- A strong interest in undergraduate teaching is required, and previous teaching, and/or online course delivery are desired.
- Professional work experience and credentials are also required.
- Candidates must have a personal, vibrant faith and Christian walk, and be strongly committed to the educational mission and evangelical Christian orientation of the University.
Supplemental Information
About the Department
The Business Department consists of nine full-time faculty members and is an ACBSP accredited program focused on preparing students for Kingdom Impact in business. The department offers majors in accounting, finance, management, marketing, and sport management, and both Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees. There are over 350 students enrolled, making business the largest major group on campus. All business majors have a practicum requirement, and the curriculum includes project and experiential learning components. The faculty enjoy a strong collegial relationship and class sizes that encourage student mentoring.
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