What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty – Accounting (Fall 2026) position at Dominican University?
Position Title: Adjunct Faculty – Accounting
Department: Brennan School of Business
Reports To: Department Chair, Accounting, Finance, Entrepreneurship
Start Date: October 2026
Reports To: Department Chair, Accounting, Finance, Entrepreneurship
Start Date: October 2026
Position Summary
Dominican University’s Brennan School of Business seeks a part-time Adjunct Faculty member to teach Financial Reporting II (ACCT 714-01) during the Fall 2026 semester. This graduate-level course is a required course in the Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) program and provides students with an in-depth examination of financial reporting concepts and practices.
Course topics include the accounting treatment of property, plant, and equipment; depreciation and impairment; intangible assets; current and long-term liabilities; stockholders’ equity; earnings per share; and related financial statement reporting issues.
The course will be delivered in an online asynchronous format over an 8-week session from October 19, 2026, through December 11, 2026.
Essential Instructional Responsibilities
Adjunct faculty are appointed on a course-by-course basis and are responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, engaging students, and supporting achievement of course learning outcomes. Essential responsibilities include:
- Deliver course instruction consistent with the approved syllabus and learning outcomes.
- Prepare instructional materials, assignments, and assessments appropriate to the discipline.
- Foster an engaging and inclusive learning environment that supports student success.
- Submit grades and required academic records accurately and on time.
- Maintain reasonable availability to students, including scheduled office hours.
- Respond to student communications in a timely manner.
- Administer course evaluations.
- Follow university academic policies and student accommodation procedures.
- Coordinate with the Associate Dean and the Department Chair regarding course delivery and academic matters.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Accounting or a Master’s degree in Business Administration (with a concentration in accounting) from an AACSB accredited institution.
- CPA licensure.
- Recent professional experience in financial reporting, auditing, corporate accounting, or a closely related accounting field.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial accounting concepts and the application of accounting standards and reporting practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior college-level teaching experience.
- Experience teaching Accounting in person or online, preferably in an asynchronous format.
- Experience using Canvas or another learning management system.
- Relevant professional or applied experience in Accounting.
Compensation
- Salary Range: $3,300–$4,000 per course
- Compensation is based on credentials, experience, course level, and credit hours.
- FLSA Status: Exempt, Part-Time (Adjunct Faculty)
Physical Demands:
- Ability to spend long durations of the workday sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Application Materials
Applicants should submit:
Applicants should submit:
- Cover letter.
- Curriculum vitae or resume.
- Contact information for three professional references.
- Teaching philosophy statement (1–2 pages).
Official transcripts are required of finalists. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
About Dominican University
Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.
Dominican currently enrolls over 3,300 students, including 2,280 undergraduates and 1,027 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families’ level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois.
Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu.
Expectations for all Dominican Employees:
To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.
Institutional Statement
Dominican University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. If you need accommodations due to a disability, you may contact us at opc@dom.edu for assistance.
About Dominican University
Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.
Dominican currently enrolls over 3,300 students, including 2,280 undergraduates and 1,027 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families’ level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois.
Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit www.dom.edu.
Expectations for all Dominican Employees:
To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.
Institutional Statement
Dominican University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. If you need accommodations due to a disability, you may contact us at opc@dom.edu for assistance.
Salary : $3,300 - $4,000