Instructional Assistant Professor - Business Law
- Employer
- Illinois State University
- Location
- Normal, Illinois
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- Position Type
- Assistant Professor
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Job No: 511448
Work Type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois
Title: Instructional Assistant Professor - Business Law
Employee Classification: Instructional Asst Professor
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: College of Business
Department: Finance, Insurance and Law
Campus Location: Normal, IL
General SummaryThe Department of Finance, Insurance and Law (FIL) in the College of Business (COB) invites applications for a non-tenure track position in the area of Business Law, beginning in the fall of 2021. The primary teaching need is for the introductory business law course that is required of all COB majors. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Additional InformationThe College of Business at Illinois State University is one of only 189 schools that are AACSB accredited in both business and accounting. It has been ranked a top-75 undergraduate business school by Bloomberg Businessweek. Its MBA program has been ranked by US News and World Report in the top-100 part-time MBA programs. The Department of Finance, Insurance and Law has 15 tenured and tenure-track faculty members.
Required Qualifications1. A Juris Doctor degree
2. Must demonstrate commitment to and evidence of effective teaching
3. For teaching positions, state law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in the English
language as a requirement for this position.
4. If this position is Security Sensitive or if you are subject to a criminal background
investigation based on University policy, employment is contingent upon you passing a
satisfactory criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal
background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Evidence of effective teaching (e.g., evaluations, peer reviews, etc.).
Work HoursVaries depending on class hours and office hours.
Functional ExpectationsMust be able to complete the following with or without reasonable accommodation:
1. Ability to effectively communicate on a daily basis.
2. Ability to conduct or attend meetings in various locations across campus.
08/16/2021
Salary Rate / Pay RatePay is commensurate with qualification and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.
Required Applicant Documents1. Cover letter
2. List of references (at least three professional references and contact information)
3. Resume/C.V.
PLEASE NOTE: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Optional Applicant DocumentsCertification of Retirement Annuity
PLEASE NOTE: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Special Instructions for ApplicantsReview of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled or withdrawn.
All application materials must be submitted online. Application materials submitted via fax, email, or mail will not be accepted.
Please prepare in advance three separate documents representing a cover letter, reference list ( specifically, the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references), and resume/C.V. to this application.
Kevin Ahlgrim
Chair of the Department of Finance, Insurance and Law kahlgrim@ilstu.edu
Important Information for ApplicantsIf this position is Security Sensitive or if you are subject to a criminal background investigation based on University policy, employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Application Opened: 05/28/2021 04:35 PM CST
Application Closes: Open until filled
Organization
About
Illinois State University, founded in 1857, is the oldest public university in Illinois. Illinois State is a co-educational, residential university committed to fostering a small-college atmosphere with large-university opportunities and promoting the highest academic standards in teaching, scholarship, and community service. Serving more than 20,000 students, our six colleges offer 178 undergraduate majors, 77 minors, 102 master’s programs, 18 doctoral degrees, and 42 certificate options. We have repeatedly been named a “Great Place to Work” by the Chronicle of Higher Education.
Illinois State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our mission.
Vision
Illinois State University, a first-choice public university, will be increasingly recognized as a national leader for educating high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized and transformative experience at an institution that:
- Offers premier undergraduate and graduate programs that integrate traditional knowledge and methods with emerging ideas and innovations
- Generates knowledge through high-quality research, scholarship, and creative activities
- Supports student learning and development inside and outside of the classroom
- Serves the region, state, nation, and world through its commitments to responsible stewardship, meaningful civic engagement, cultural enrichment, and the development of global citizens
Mission
We at Illinois State University work as a diverse community of scholars with a commitment to fostering a small-college atmosphere with large-university opportunities. We promote the highest academic standards in our teaching, scholarship, public service and the connections we build among them. We devote all of our resources and energies to creating the most supportive and productive community possible to serve the citizens of Illinois and beyond.
Values
Pursuit of Learning and Scholarship
Illinois State University works with students as partners in their educational development inside and outside of the classroom so that students come to appreciate learning as an active and lifelong process. The University contributes new knowledge through research, scholarship, and creative activities in which all students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to participate. Faculty members embrace a balanced teacher–scholar model that values their contributions as teachers (facilitators of learning) and scholars (creators and discoverers of knowledge and information).
Individualized Attention
Illinois State University provides a supportive environment that places all learners at the center of teaching and scholarship. Innovative curricular and cocurricular programs, strong student-faculty-staff connections, and superior student services focus on each student as an individual. The University fosters academic and personal growth, recognizes unique educational aspirations, and acknowledges that each faculty and staff member is integral to student success.
Diversity
Illinois State University affirms and encourages community and a respect for differences by fostering an inclusive environment characterized by cultural understanding, ethical behavior, and social justice. The University supports a diverse faculty and staff who mentor a diverse student population. The University endeavors to provide opportunities for all students, staff, and faculty to participate in a global society.
Integrity
Illinois State University promotes an environment defined by the highest ethical standards. Leadership of the University is characterized by stability, adherence to shared values, collaborative decision making, and accountable stewardship of all university resources. Members of the University community work collaboratively through shared governance to ensure the success of the University and are dedicated to making ongoing improvements, always enhancing their contribution to Illinois State University and building on prior accomplishments. Teaching and learning, including research and creative activities, are conducted at the highest level of academic quality and integrity.
Civic Engagement
Illinois State University prepares students to be informed and engaged global citizens who will promote and further the goals of society. The University promotes active learning experiences through which students will gain an awareness and understanding of civic engagement as a lifelong responsibility. The University partners with business, industry, government, and educational entities providing leadership in local, statewide, national, and international initiatives; expanding service and outreach; and enhancing financial support for instructional, scholarly, and service activities.
Illinois State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding affirmative action, nondiscrimination, and anti-harassment. Illinois State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, order of protection, gender identity and expression, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, unfavorable military discharge, or status as a veteran in employment, educational programs and activities, or admissions. Inquiries or complaints may be addressed by contacting the director of the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access by email at EqualOpportunity@IllinoisState.edu, by calling (309) 438-3383, or by mail at Illinois State University, Campus Box 1280, Normal, IL 61790.
- Website
- https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/prospective/opportunities/
- Telephone
- 309-438-8311
- Location
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Campus Box 1300
Illinois State University
Normal
Illinois
61790
US
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