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Accounting/Tax, Adjunct Faculty

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About the role

Job Summary

Your initial assignment will include teaching; course and/or curriculum development; involvement on College and University committees and/or initiatives; as well as other duties as assigned. Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All Faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; involved in scholarly activities as appropriate to appointment; and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.

Job Description

Typical duties would include but are not limited to:

  • Responsible for teaching Accounting courses in the Lutgert College of Business.

Other Duties:

  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Accounting from an AACSB accredited program or equivalent accreditation with 18 graduate hours in Accounting.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Accounting from an AACSB accredited institution. Professional certification. Experience teaching at the university level.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

All employees are expected to:

  • Promote a common purpose consistent with stated University goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.
  • Possess the knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manual related to the job tasks.
  • Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
  • Provide quality customer service by creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
  • Present a professional image in word, action and attire.
  • Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicates and collaborates with others to achieve goals.
  • Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and processes critically to make recommendations for improvement.

Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectation

In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to:

  • Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open for feedback and new ideas.
  • Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.
  • Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals.

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Aplyr's read

Florida Gulf Coast University is a dynamic institution prioritizing environmental sustainability and community engagement, attracting faculty passionate about innovative teaching and research.

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What's promising

  • FGCU emphasizes sustainability, integrating environmental consciousness into its curriculum.
  • The university fosters strong community ties, enhancing student and faculty engagement.
  • Recent faculty hires indicate growth in diverse academic disciplines.

What to watch

  • Frequent adjunct and visiting faculty roles may suggest limited long-term job security.
  • The university's location in Fort Myers might not appeal to everyone.
  • Limited public information about FGCU's research funding and resources.

Why Florida Gulf Coast University

  • FGCU's curriculum integrates environmental sustainability across programs.
  • The university's Southwest Florida location offers unique ecological study opportunities.
  • FGCU's community engagement initiatives are central to its mission.

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About Florida Gulf Coast University

Florida Gulf Coast University

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Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) is a public university located in Fort Myers, Florida, offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs with a focus on environmental sustainability and community engagement.

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