"Adjunct Faculty - Information Systems"

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Thank you for your interest in this position.

To be considered, you must apply online. Applicant should attach a current curriculum vitae , a letter of interest, a list of three references (include names, addresses and complete contact information), and a copy of transcripts for highest degree earned.

For questions or additional information, please contact Teresa Starrs, Business Officer for the College of Business at tastarrs@email.wcu.edu or 828-227-2887.

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number 

Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/28106

Classification Title Adjunct Faculty

Working Title Adjunct Faculty - Information Systems

Department Acct, Fin, Info Sys, Bus Law

Salary Range Commensurate with qualifications

Position Summary 

The School of Accounting, Finance, Information Systems and Business Law (AFIB), one of three schools in the College of Business, invites applicants for part-time appointments in the Information Systems discipline.

Candidates must possess at a minimum a Master’s degree in Information Systems (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline). In addition, candidates must meet requirements as outlined in the College’s Policy on Classification of Qualified Faculty. 

This appointment is on a course by course basis. Salary is commensurate with education experience.

Carnegie statement 

WCU embraces its role as a regionally engaged university and is designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a community engaged university. Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to public engagement through their teaching, service, and scholarship.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position 

The School of Accounting, Finance, Information Systems and Business Law (AFIB), one of three schools in the College of Business, invites applicants for part-time appointments in the Information Systems discipline.

Candidates must possess at a minimum a Master’s degree in Information Systems (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline). In addition, candidates must meet requirements as outlined in the College’s Policy on Classification of Qualified Faculty.

This appointment is on a course by course basis. Salary is commensurate with education experience.

Minimum Qualifications 

A Master’s degree in Information Systems (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline).

Preferred Qualifications 

Ph.D. in Information Systems or an appropriate business field from an accredited institution or a terminal degree in a closely related field to teach graduate classes.

Physical Demands 

Posting Text

Open Date 07/01/2024

Close Date 07/15/2024

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants 

Thank you for your interest in this position.

To be considered, you must apply online. Applicant should attach a current curriculum vitae , a letter of interest, a list of three references (include names, addresses and complete contact information), and a copy of transcripts for highest degree earned.

For questions or additional information, please contact Teresa Starrs, Business Officer for the College of Business at tastarrs@email.wcu.edu or 828-227-2887.

Background/E-Verify 

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

Credential Verification 

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

AA/EOE 

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, and veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

University Safety 

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Curriculum Vitae

List of references

Unofficial Transcripts

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