Position Announcement

Position Details

Proposed Start Date 09/16/2023

Rank E - Instructor Working Title Instructor Position Number D96116 Representation AU - AAUP Faculty Type Non-Tenure Track Continuous Fixed Term End Date: Position FTE 1.0 Term of Service 9 month

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept

The School of Business is AACSB-accredited, has a strong commitment to both research and teaching, and serves over 3,400 students. In 2022, Portland State University was ranked #41 by U.S. News and World Report in terms of the “most innovative” universities in the nation : https: // www. pdx.edu/business/

The university is dispersed over 49 acres of greenspace amidst the cultural and business center of downtown Portland. Portland is a thriving city of natural beauty considered to be a model for livability, environmental stewardship, and new urbanism principles. Portland is located within a 90-minute drive of mountains and the Oregon coast https: // www. pdx.edu/

Position Summary

The School of Business at Portland State University seeks candidates for a full-time, non-tenure track position to teach 36 credit hours of accounting courses across three quarters per the 9-month academic year. A limited amount of service activities to either the University, School of Business or Accounting area, as well as engagement with the business community is expected.

Requirements for the position include: (1) a Master's degree in Accounting or related field, (2) recent experience teaching relevant business courses, (3) evidence of high-quality teaching, and (4) an interest in teaching in both traditional in person as well as online modes. Experience teaching relevant upper division business courses and professional accounting certification is preferred.

In addition, the School seeks candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education. The position is a 9-month contract (September to June) and starts on 9/16/23. There may be the option to teach summer classes out of load if demand exists. Compensation includes a generous benefits package described at https: // www. pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview.

Please review Article 18 Section 2 of the AAUP collective bargaining agreement for information about non-tenure track continuous appointments : https: // www. pdx.edu/academic-affairs/sites/g/files/znldhr2396/files/2021-07/ AAUP%20CBA%202021-2024%20FINAL%202021%2006Jun11%20%283%29.pdf

Primary Activity I - Instructional Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Accounting or related field.

Recent experience teaching relevant business courses.

Evidence of high-quality teaching.

An interest in teaching in both traditional in person as well as online modes.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching relevant upper division business courses and professional accounting certification is preferred.

In addition, the School seeks candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.

Key Cultural Competencies

Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.

Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.

Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.

Adheres to all PSU's policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Professional Standards of Conduct

At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. It is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at https: // www. pdx.edu/human- resources/professional-standards-conduct-policy.

Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement

S alary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity. The starting annual salary for this position will be $50,265 – $83,061 but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse, or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https: // www. pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview

Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https: // www. pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total- compensation-calculator

Application Instructions

Additional Information

Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)

References will be contacted only if you are selected for further consideration.

Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes If you have questions

Please email E lizabeth Almer [email protected]

Search Details

Posting Close Date

Projected Close Date for Posting Open Until Finalists Identified Application screening begins Will you consider an ABD applicant for this position? No If yes, when must the degree be earned? Not applicable If necessary, would you be willing to sponsor the succcessful applicant for permanent US residence, now or in the future? No

Reference Requests

Reference Requests

Accept References Yes

Minimum Number of References 3 Maximum Number of References Cutoff Date Special Instruction for Reference Provider

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Applicant Documents

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Statement of Teaching Interest

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