Job Family Group: Faculty Time Type: Part time Department/Office: Accounting Exemption Status: Exempt Job Description: The Department of Accounting is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Part-Time Faculty Member for Spring 2026 to teach our graduate Accounting Ethics Seminar. The successful candidate will guide students in exploring ethical frameworks, professional standards and real-world dilemmas facing today’s accounting professionals. We are looking for an instructor with strong expertise in accounting principles and ethical practices and a demonstrated potential for excellent teaching in a seminar-style, discussion driven course. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Typical responsibilities of part-time faculty members include but are not limited to: Developing the course syllabus and ensuring that the syllabus meets departmental and University standards Designing and delivering lectures, discussions, in-class activities, and assignments Grading assigned papers, quizzes, and exams Assigning early, midterm, and final grades in compliance with University deadlines Maintaining office hours as directed by the department chair or program director Making student accommodations as determined by the Office of Student Accessibility Services Adhering to all instructional policies as published in the Faculty Handbook and the Courses of Study Bulletin APPOINTMENT DETAILS This position will be a one-semester appointment beginning in January of 2026. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION Required: An advanced degree in an accounting discipline (e.g., PhD, MSA, MACC, MPA. MT) or a Juris Doctor (JD) EXPERIENCE Required: Five or more years of relevant professional experience Preferred: Evidence of, or clear potential for, outstanding teaching effectiveness and a commitment to student learning. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Required: Licensed CPA in good standing KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Mastery of the relevant subject matter Ability to deliver engaging lectures, discussions, or in-class activities Ability to design rigorous and meaningful assignments Commitment to the liberal arts mission of Trinity University HOW TO APPLY For internal applicants, please apply through Workday using the 'Jobs Hub' application, see instructions provided here. For external applicants, when starting the application, select "Apply Manually.” Only complete fields with a red asterisk, which are required. Please create your Workday application account using a personal email address, as you will need to maintain access to this account throughout the pre-hire process, if selected. For all applicants, you do not need to complete the “(Work) Experience,” “Education,” “Certifications,” or “Languages” fields - these details will be provided in your curriculum vitae. In the “Application Documents” field, please upload the following, each as a separate pdf file [note: a maximum of five (5) files can be uploaded]: Cover letter Curriculum vitae or resume Names and contact information for three professional references CONTACT INFORMATION Dr. Julie Persellin Search Committee Chair Department of Accounting acct.chair@trinity.edu Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting an application. If you have revisions needed to an application already submitted or need help submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 210-999-7507 or email humanresources@trinity.edu. Trinity University aims to attract an efficient, dedicated staff whose talents will continue to grow the University as an exceptional place to study and work. Don't see a job opening of interest? Introduce Yourself! Trinity University will post non-exempt staff positions for at least 5 business days and exempt staff positions for at least 10 business days. Faculty positions will remain open until filled. Postings may be extended if a sufficient number of qualified applications has not been received. Trinity University reserves the right to close a posting if a suitable applicant pool has been received and to withdraw or close postings at any time during the posting period. Trinity University is an equal opportunity employer and as such provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement of all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any status protected by Federal, State, or Local Laws. Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability and Veteran Trinity prohibits harassment and discrimination based on protected status , including sexual harassment and sexual misconduct. Any person may report discrimination, sexual harassment and sexual misconduct online or by contacting Interim Trinity's Title IX Coordinator, Michaela Postell. You may also report in person or by mail addressed to her at One Trinity Place, Northrup Hall 210, San Antonio, TX 78212.