What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Faculty position at Thomas College?
Description
Thomas College, located in beautiful Waterville, Maine, is defining what it means to be the College of the Future. With a strong commitment to innovation, career readiness, and community partnerships, Thomas College is consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of Maine’s top colleges for social mobility. Our distinctive Guaranteed Job Program™, accelerated undergraduate degrees, and flexible graduate programs empower students to advance faster in business, entrepreneurship, education, technology, applied STEM, and arts & science fields. At Thomas, belonging isn’t a buzzword; it’s a promise. We create a supportive, welcoming environment where every student is seen, valued, and prepared to thrive in a rapidly changing world. For more information visit Thomas.edu.
Thomas College offers the ability for full-time employees and dependents/spouses to earn an undergraduate and/or graduate degree tuition free. Graduate programs are subject to taxes.
Thomas seeks a new faculty member in Accounting effective Spring 2024 to join a vibrant and expanding College dedicated to student success. Thomas offers a range of majors in both business fields and career-oriented liberal arts programs. Students benefit from close working relationships with their faculty, and a wide range of internship opportunities both locally and through partnerships such as the Washington Center for Internships.
Candidates should be prepared to offer a range of courses as part of the College’s programs in accounting and related business fields at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, including courses such as Principles of Accounting, Intermediate Accounting, Advanced Accounting Theory, and Financial Statement Analysis. Candidates must be committed to teaching excellence, service to the College, community engagement, and professional development. Responsibilities for full time faculty include a 4/4 teaching load, academic advising, committee service, and course/program development. Teaching assignments may include online or hybrid courses.
Preference will be given to candidates with the MBA/CPA or similar qualifications. Evidence of engaging teaching also is preferred, as well as familiarity with information technology and its implementation in the classroom.
Thomas offers a competitive benefits package to include:
Medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 6% 403(b) matching plan, paid vacation, paid sick leave, thirteen paid holidays, on-site gym, meal discounts and free tuition for employees, spouse and dependent children.
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, vitae, and a list of three professional references. Please include an email address on your application materials.