Instructional Assistant Professor - Accounting - Creating a Pool
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Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: College of Business
Department: Accounting
Campus Location: Normal, IL
Job Summary
In anticipation of possible openings throughout the academic year the Accounting Department maintains a pool of qualified persons interested in part-time non-tenure-track teaching positions in Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, and Business Information Systems. Applications are accepted continuously and reviewed as vacancies become available. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply.
Additional Information
University Benefit Highlights:
Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/
Illinois State University: Illinois State University, IllinoisState.edu, was founded in 1857 as Illinois' first public university. We enroll approximately 21,000 students in six colleges. Our new strategic plan, Excellence by Design: 2024-2029, lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our university being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Learn more about Illinois State's Metrics of Excellence at IllinoisState.edu/PointsofPride.
Bloomington-Normal: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a metro population of approximately 172,000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University, Heartland Community College, St. Joseph Medical Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center, COUNTRY Financial, State Farm Insurance's International Headquarters, Central Illinois Regional Airport, and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems, and its citizens' high level of educational attainment, as well as its parks and recreation, health care, vibrant fine arts scene, job growth, economic opportunity, historic sites, and low crime rates. Bloomington made Livability's top 100 Best Places to Live (2024) and ranked No. 3 on College Values Online's list of Best Small College Towns in America (2024). Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis; two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis; and an hour from Peoria, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, and Springfield. Many of these locations are accessible from Bloomington-Normal via Amtrak, which is located one block from Illinois State's campus. For more information on our community, visit visitbn.org.
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
For a non-terminal degree, the salary range is $5,200 to $5,600 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications and prorated to the amount of time contracted (FTE). For a terminal degree, the salary range is $5,700 to $6,100 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Required Qualifications
Master's Degree.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
For teaching positions, state law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
Professional experience in the field.
Work Hours
Varies depending on class hours and office hours.
Proposed Starting Date
8/16/2026
Required Applicant Documents
Please prepare in advance separate documents representing a cover letter, reference list (at least three professional references and contact information), and 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"
Special Instructions for Applicants
Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.
Applications will be reviewed as vacancies become available.
Contact Information for Applicants
Bahae Samhan
Interim Department Chairperson
bmsamha@ilstu.edu
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. 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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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.