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Position Information

Job Title VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

Classification Title

Rank Assistant Professor

Tenure Information Term

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Job Description

This is a full-time, nine-month or semester faculty appointment depending on the circumstances. Responsible for contributing significantly to Stephen F. Austin State University’s undergraduate and/or graduate programs through teaching, scholarship/creative accomplishment, and service. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs an equivalent of twenty-four teaching load credits ( TLC ) for the combined fall and spring semesters; reduction of teaching load through reassignment of duties is possible under certain circumstances.

• Engages in research/scholarly/creative and service activities at levels that are appropriate to faculty rank and departmental tenure/merit criteria.

• Provides services to the university and the profession.

• May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, advising, and thesis/dissertation supervision.

  Non-Essential Job Functions

• May receive course load reassignment when assigned administrative duties in support of the department/college/university.

• May receive course load reassignment when assigned to prepare course material during the first semester/year when included as part of initial contract.

• May receive course load reassignment when approved to conduct research/scholarly/creative accomplishment and service which exceed normal expectations.

• May supervise the work of student and/or graduate assistants.

• May serve on departmental, college, and university committees.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

  Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Extensive knowledge in the field in which the individual will be teaching.

• Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate students.

• Ability and commitment to conduct research and/or scholarly/creative accomplishments and service.

• Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

• Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

  Physical Demands

  Required Education

Terminal degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required. ABD candidates may be considered if Ph.D. is earned prior to start date.

Required Experience and Training

The rank of Assistant Professor is held by an individual who demonstrates the capability to produce research/scholarly/creative accomplishments, teach effectively, and provide service to the academic and general communities. The visiting assistant professor may hold the rank of assistant professor at another institution.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Other Specifications

Must meet qualifications of accrediting body.

CPA license is preferred

Must be able to teach face-to-face classes.

Required Background Check Yes

Salary Information Hiring Salary - $72,500

Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F2023-018

Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date 09/01/2023

Position End Date (if temporary) 05/31/2024

Posting Open Date 05/10/2023

Review Start Date 05/17/2023

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/9446

Contact Information

Department School of Accountancy

Contact Name Kelly Noe

Contact Phone (936) 468-1530

Contact Email noekelly@sfasu.edu

Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have specific questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you currently have, or will you have by date of appointment, a terminal degree in the field in which you will be teaching?

• Yes

• No

• • Which field do you hold a degree in?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have a current Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license?

• Yes

• No

  Documents Needed To Apply

  Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

• List of References

  Optional Documents

• Teaching Philosophy

• Letter of Recommendation

• Other Document