Adjunct Faculty - College of Business

Position Description

Thank you for your interest in this position. To be considered, you must apply online. Attach a current resume, a letter of interest, a list of three references (include names, addresses, and complete contact information), and a copy of transcripts for your highest earned degree. For questions or additional information, please contact Teresa Starrs, Business Officer for the College of Business  or 828‑227‑2887.

• Accounting
• Finance
• Economics
• Business Administration
• Business Law
• Sport Management
• Hospitality and Tourism
• Quantitative Analysis
• Management
• Marketing and Sales
• Computer Information Systems
• Entrepreneurship
• Project Management

Applicants should have a doctor’s or master’s degree in the teaching discipline or a master’s degree with a concentration in the discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours). A terminal degree is preferred. Significant business experience may substitute for academic credentials in some cases. All degrees must be from an accredited institution.

Essential qualifications: master’s degree in the discipline (or terminal degree with 18 hours in specialty) and relevant industry or academic experience.

These are part‑time, course‑by‑course appointments. Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and discipline. The postings are continuous to develop a qualified pool of candidates. If your area of expertise meets programmatic needs, you will be contacted to discuss opportunities. Needs change each semester.

• Cover Letter / Letter of Application
• Resume
• List of references
• Unofficial Transcripts

Teresa Starrs, Business Officer for the College of Business

Email: tastarrs.edu

Phone: 828‑227‑2887

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call 828‑227‑7218 or email .

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

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Open Date: 11/24/2015

Close Date:
Open Until Filled