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Economics and Business Lecturer/Instructor (Full-Time, Non-Tenure Track)

Posted Wednesday, March 9, 2022

The Department of Economics and Business at the Virginia Military Institute (VMI) invites applications for faculty position starting August 2022. The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level and have a desire to join an interdisciplinary department. They will be required to teach Financial Accounting and Managerial Accounting; they will also have the opportunity to teach related elective courses. Electives can reflect the candidate’s interests and expertise, in addition to those already listed in the VMI catalogue

The successful candidate must have excellent teaching and communication skills. Candidates may apply for any position(s) for which they are qualified and should indicate in their application letter in which positions they are interested. The following are the requirements and responsibilities associated with the position:

  • Lecturer/Instructor (Full-Time, Non-Tenure Track)
    Responsibilities: Teach Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, with the possibility of upper-level accounting elective courses. To be eligible for a one year, full-time position with benefits, the candidate must be willing to teach a full-time 4-4 teaching load (4 classes each semester) plus engage in related professional activities. The position is renewable at the discretion of the Institute.
    Requirements: Candidates must have a master’s degree in accounting, business administration (MBA), or a closely related field with professional certification and at least five years of work experience in the field.

 

In addition to the online application, please include a cover letter, curriculum vita/resume, and copies of all graduate transcripts.

 

In the cover letter, applicants should indicate which position they are applying for (full-time lecturer/instructor or adjunct instructor). The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

 

VMI has approximately 1,700 students that reside on campus (called Post). Lexington, Virginia, with a population of approximately 7,000, is in the southern portion of the Shenandoah Valley and offers a stimulating cultural atmosphere in a rural setting. Washington and Lee University is located adjacent to VMI. Offering excellent public schools, Lexington has been recognized as one of America’s “best small towns.” The Department of Economics and Business is AACSB-International accredited. We offer a competitive salary and benefits, with academic rank based on qualifications.

Cadets wear uniforms and full-time faculty observe military courtesies, but no prior military experience is required or expected.

More information about VMI can be found at www.vmi.edu and a description of the academic program and faculty expectations can be found in the Faculty Handbook.

Candidates apply online at: Economics and Business (Full-Time, Non-Tenure Track)- Job Application 

In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, VMI encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals, and veterans to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are also encouraged to apply. VMI will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with documented disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities regarding employment, educational opportunities, programs, and services.


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