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Adjunct Instructor 1 - Finance

Posted: 04/26/2024

Position Title: Adjunct Instructor 1 - Finance
Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Department: 34200 - Accountancy Finance & Info Systems
Advertised Salary: Salary commensurate with qualifications pursuant to the FSU and FNTFO/AFT Agreement
FLSA: Exempt
Temporary/Continuing:  Temporary
Part-Time/Full-Time: Part-Time
Union Group: Ferris Nontenure-Track Faculty Organization (FNTFO) (AFT)
Term of Position: As Needed
At Will/Just Cause: At Will
Summary of Position: Candidate will teach a broad spectrum of undergraduate Finance classes. Classes may include: Personal Finance, Financial Management I, Financial Markets-Institutions, Real Estate Finance, Mathematics of Finance and other finance courses as needed. Faculty members also have professional responsibilities which may include but are not limited to: keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students), and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (ex. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time). Faculty may be required to teach utilizing face-to-face, blended and/or online modes of delivery; delivery on or off campus; assuring/improving learning through assessment; close consultation with program faculty, as well as training via the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning.

This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. This posting is being used for face to face and/or online instruction. However, the candidate selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment.

The anticipated start date of this position is August 2024 at the earliest and January 2025 at the latest.
Position Type: Faculty - Temporary & Continuing
Required Education: Master’s degree in Business or related field from an accredited college or university, OR Master's degree in Finance or Accounting.
Required Work Experience: Three years of teaching experience in Finance or related field, or three years of business experience in Finance or related field.
Required Licenses and Certifications: Certification in Finance or Accounting (e.g. CPA, CMA, CFA, etc.)
Physical Demands:
  • Office Environment
  • Bending
  • Sitting
  • Standing
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:  
Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Teach a broad spectrum of undergraduate Finance classes such as Personal Finance, Financial Management I, Financial Institutions and Markets, Real Estate Finance, Mathematics of Finance and other finance courses as needed.

Part-time teaching and related responsibilities; utilizing face-to-face, blended and/or online modes of delivery; delivery on or off campus; assuring/improving learning through assessment; close consultation with program faculty, as well as training via the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning.

Faculty members also have professional responsibilities which may include but are not limited to: keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled times convenient for students), and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (ex .reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time). Faculty may be required to teach off-campus or in an on-line environment.

Faculty are expected to: assess student learning outcomes for their courses and actively participate in program assessment activities.

Demonstrate an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.

Perform any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:  
Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Required Documents:
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Unofficial Transcript 1
  • Certification/License
Optional Documents: Curriculum Vitae
Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of Master's degree.

Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.

Certification (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of either Finance or Accounting certification.
Initial Application Review Date: 06/10/2024
Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes
Posting Close Date:  
Contact Information: For inquiries related to this job posting, please contact Ferris State University’s Human Resources Department at (231) 591-2150, Monday – Friday between 8am and 5pm EST, or email us at fsujobs@ferris.edu.
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