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Virginia Union University (VUU) was founded in 1865 in the heart of Richmond, VA. Over the past 155
years, the university has become a premier liberal arts urban institution of higher education and center
of excellence for the preparation of students and the development of leaders for tomorrow’s world.
The Sydney Lewis School of Business invites applications for one full-time tenure eligible or opted non-
tenue eligible position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor beginning in August 2018. The area
of Accounting is preferred and the area of Finance with a considerable concentration and experience in
accounting will be considered.
Successful candidates who opt for a tenure eligible appointment will be expected to conduct or have the
potential to conduct quality research as evidenced by publication in respected academic journals and to
be willing and able to participate in prominent national and international academic conferences, if such
opportunities are presented. All candidates will be expected to teach appropriate courses at the
undergraduate and graduate levels and participate in service activities and have professional
interaction.
Duties and Responsibilities
We seek candidates with a special interest in teaching Cost, Intermediate, and/or Advanced Accounting.
These courses among others will be taught in the undergraduate and graduate programs at our campus
and online. Other duties include student advising and assessment/accreditation committees. Teaching
load will involve online course delivery.
Required Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Accounting is preferred. A professional certification in Accounting, such as being a licensed
CPA, is also preferred. Applicants must have completed 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching
discipline and hold at least a master’s degree. Applicants must show promise of excellence in research
and teaching, value collegiality, and desire to contribute to the SLSB community of scholars. Faculty are
expected to maintain a high level of professional activity through teaching, scholarly publication, and
service.
An appreciation of the importance of diversity and economic inclusion in organizations and society.
Prior experience with online instructional delivery.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to cross-function among the accounting and finance arms of the Sydney Lewis School of Business.
Experience in or exposure to Six-Sigma techniques and principles. It is desired for the candidate to
possess excellent communication skills both written and orally. In addition, it is desired for the
candidate to have experience or show promise in contract and/or grant procurement germane to the
department(s) served. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to create a strong and synergistic
rapport with the School of Business Dean, the Provost, fellow colleagues, staff, and students. Finally,
the ideal candidate will be comfortable with either a 4/4 non-tenure track teaching load or a 3/2 tenure-
eligible teaching load.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Applications Deadline:
Review of candidate materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Applications should include a curriculum vitae with four references and a cover letter and should be
emailed to [email protected]. Please call (804) 257-5841 with any questions.
The selected applicant may be required to submit to a background investigation. VUU is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other
protected class.
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Mon, 23 Aug 2021 07:40:55 GMT
