Working Title:
State Univ Adjunct Unit - Accounting
Institution:
Metropolitan State University
State Univ Adjunct Unit
Bargaining Unit / Union:
209: Inter Faculty Organization
City:
St. Paul
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Part time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)
Salary Range:
$0.00 - $0.00
Job Description:
Metro State University, a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, is seeking to hire adjunct professor s of Accounting.
Metro State University empowers learners to transform their lives and communities through relevant, student-centered education in an inclusive, anti-racist, and supportive learning environment.
Metro State University provides an excellent, inclusive , and engaging education to eliminate opportunity gaps and empower our students to change the world their way, pursuing and applying knowledge to create a better future for our communities . The university offers programs leading to baccalaureate, masters , and applied doctoral degrees. We equip our diverse, contemporary learners with the knowledge, communication and critical thinking skills, and information literacy to analyze and resolve the problems of today and tomorrow through high quality liberal arts, professional , and graduate educatio n .
Metro State is a five -time recipient of the Insight into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, most recently in 20 2 3 . Federally recognized as a Minority Serving Institution, our employees serve more than 9 ,000 diverse, contemporary learners, two-thirds of whom identify as belonging to communities of color or American Indian nations, are first in their family to attend college, and/or are eligible for Pell Grants. Since we do not operate residential facilities, Metro State University students all commute to class locations across the Minneapolis-S aint Paul metro area or take their courses wherever they are through our many distance-learning and hybrid course offerings, allowing Metro State to truly be “where learning meets living.” Metro State is recognized by CollegeNet as a leading higher education promoter of social mobility for students ( In the top 1.6% and r anked # 22 out of 1 , 441 in 202 2 ). Recognized in 2008 and 201 6 by the Carnegie Foundation for Community Engagement , the university is committed to academic excellence and community engagement through curriculum, teaching , scholarship , and services designed to support an urban mission.
As a member of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, Metro State University actively works to achieve the Equity 2030 goal of the system, with initiatives to close disparities among student groups that focus on academic programs, policies and procedures, and effective student support. In addition, equity and anti-racism strategies are focused on building an inclusive and welcoming campus climate, hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and developing our capacity to serve students in a culturally responsive manner. The u niversity is guided by a strategic plan with a theme of “Building a Resilient, Student Ready University.”
Visit the Metro State University website to learn more about the university, our programs, and our students. Learn more about Minnesota State Colleges and Universities at their website .
The College of Business and Management (CBM), located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a catalyst for positive change, a beacon of hope, and an institution promoting lifelong learning where learners become passionate citizens and ethical leaders capable of transforming their communities. The College transforms lives by providing equitable access to a high-quality, affordable business education. With a commitment to inclusion and civic engagement, we engage our diverse learners in acquiring skills and knowledge required to evolve organizations. The College hosts five departments that serve approximately 2,300 full-time and part-time students with 33 tenured and tenure track faculty, 129 community or adjunct faculty, 9 academic advising staff, and five staff. • Programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs. • Small average class sizes offer a highly interactive and personal learning environment • Courses offered at multiple sites throughout the Twin Cities, in multiple delivery modes, in person , online, hybrid, and/or HyFlex , supporting the fast-paced and demanding schedules of today’s business students • Tremendously diverse student body along racial and ethnic, age, and experience . You can learn more about the work of this dynamic college on the CBM Website
Adjunct Faculty members are expected to:
All faculty teaching undergraduate courses must meet one of the following minimum qualifications:
A Master’s degree, or terminal degree (e.g., Ph. D., Ed.D., M.F.A., D.N.P., D.B.A.) in discipline, subfield or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
A Master’s degree, terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D , M.F.A., D.N.P.) or J. D. with e A Master’s degree, or terminal degree (e.g., Ph. D., Ed.D., M.F.A., D.N.P., D.B.A.) in discipline, subfield or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
A Master’s degree, terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D , M.F.A., D.N.P.) or J. D. with expertise in a different discipline or subfield in which they teach and at least 18 semester hour credits of graduate coursework in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
A Master’s degree, terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D , M.F.A., D.N.P.), or J. D. with expertise in a different discipline or subfield in which they teach and at least 2 years of work experience directly related to the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
A Bachelor’s degree (e.g., B.A., B.S., B.S.N., B.F.A.) in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach, and at least 18 semester hour credits of graduate coursework or an equivalent amount of professional certification in the discipline or subfield in which they teach.
A Bachelor’s degree (e.g., B.A., B.S., B.S.N., B.F.A.) in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach; and at least 2 years of work experience directly related to the discipline, subfield or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach or 1 year of work experience and discipline-specific certification. expertise in a different discipline or subfield in which they teach and at least 18 semester hour credits of graduate coursework in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
A Master’s degree, terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D , M.F.A., D.N.P.), or J. D. with expertise in a different discipline or subfield in which they teach and at least 2 years of work experience directly related to the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
A Bachelor’s degree (e.g., B.A., B.S., B.S.N., B.F.A.) in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach, and at least 18 semester hour credits of graduate coursework or an equivalent amount of professional certification in the discipline or subfield in which they teach.
A Bachelor’s degree (e.g., B.A., B.S., B.S.N., B.F.A.) in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach; and at least 2 years of work experience directly related to the discipline, subfield or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach or 1 year of work experience and discipline-specific certification.
All faculty teaching graduate level courses must meet one of the following minimum qualifications:
A terminal degree (e.g., Ph. D., Ed.D., M.F.A, D.N.P., D.B.A.) in the discipline, subfield or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
A Master’s degree in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach and at least 18 semester hour credits of terminal degree graduate coursework in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach.
A Master’s degree in the discipline, subfield, or related interdisciplinary field in which they teach; and at least 2 years of work experience directly related to the discipline, subfield,
Please note: Filling of this position is dependent upon budget.
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Salary: $1,888 per credit.
To apply, go to https://www.metrostate.edu/about/employment/commuity-faculty
PLEASE NOTE : Metro State reviews Community Faculty positions on a rolling basis and defers to the specific department on hiring decisions for these adjunct i nstructors. These positions do not follow a standard hiring timeline.
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Qualified applicants are required to attach the following documents to their online application:
Transcripts - Valid unofficial copies of your transcript showing conferred/awarded date of your highest attained degree, with your name and the academic institution’s name/logo are required . If doctoral study is in progress at the time of application, submit the most recent transcript showing your course of study and progress to date. We are not able to accept copy/paste word documents with a list of courses/grades. If selected for hire, official original transcripts will be required .
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If you have other questions related to this job announcement, please contact Human Resources, at 651.793.1275 or email at [email protected].
Metro State University is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
The u niversity provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
IMPORTAND NOTE: The following benefits information does not apply to this Adjunct Faculty position.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
08-22-2026
Position End Date:
12-13-2026
Open Date:
06-08-2026
Close Date:
08-17-2026
Posting Contact Name:
Kevin Earl Thompson
Posting Contact Email:
[email protected]