Affiliate Faculty of Instruction or Practice – School of Accounting

Grand Valley State University • Grand Rapids, MI

8d • $65,000

About The Position

Grand Valley State University’s School of Accounting in the Seidman College of Business invites applications for an Affiliate Faculty of Instruction or Practice beginning in Fall 2026. Initial appointments are for one year, with potential for one-year renewals for a second year, with potential subsequent three-year renewable appointments, dependent upon department need. Applicants are expected to have earned a Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a closely related field from an AACSB or equivalently accredited institution by August 2026 and be interested in teaching in both the undergraduate and graduate programs. All teaching interests in Accounting will be considered.

Requirements

• M.B.A. or Master’s degree (or higher) in a related field by August 2026.
• Relevant industry experience.
• Evidence of current professional engagement with non-profit or business community.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent candidates in any related field will be considered, but preference will be given to candidates with expertise in areas of teaching needs.
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness: in-person, hybrid, online.
• Exhibited potential to successfully conduct applied research.
• Exhibited commitment to GVSU’s vision of inclusion and equity.

Responsibilities

• Typical teaching load is 24 credit hours per academic year, with a possible three (3) credit reassignment of time to meet AACSB required research and service responsibilities.
• Effective teaching at potentially both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Provide service to the department, college, university, and community commensurate with rank and college accreditation requirements.
• Engage in research and professional activities commensurate with rank and college accreditation requirements.

Benefits

• Minimum starting salary of $65,000; commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources, and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time