Adjunct Faculty, School of Finance

The University of Southern Mississippi • Hattiesburg, MS

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty, School of Finance. Applications for Adjunct Faculty to teach in the following areas are now being accepted and will be reviewed as needed: Finance, Economic Development, MIS, Data Analytics, and Business Law and Ethics. Applicants should indicate in their cover letter which academic areas they are qualified to teach, as well as which campus or teaching sites (Hattiesburg and/or Long Beach) they are willing to accept as assignments. 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). Adjunct faculty members provide face-to-face, hybrid and online course instruction including all aspects of course administration as an instructor of record.

Requirements

• Master degree in a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the field of instruction.
• AACSB qualified for being an instructor of record.
• Earned 18 graduate hours or have significant and documented work experience in the teaching field (e.g., MGT, ACC, FIN, or MKT, etc.).
• The ability to deliver accurate, concise, and quality communication (verbal and written) in timely manner.
• The ability to work collaboratively with other faculty in the unit.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral degree in a business related area.
• Professional experience in an area of instruction.
• Evidence of scholarly research.
• Experience in teaching hybrid/flipped/online classes.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to class schedules as posted.
• Communicate course requirements to students.
• Teach face-to-face, hybrid and online classes as needed.
• Be available to assigned students for support and course advising including exams, required remediation, and summative evaluations.
• Be collaborative with other CBE faculty as well as the Director to plan, implement and evaluate each course offering taught to maintain quality and effectiveness.
• Follow the policies and procedures of the CBE and the University of Southern Mississippi.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level