Position Details Position Information Division: Academic Affairs Department: Accounting Finance & Information Technology Management AFIT: Working Title - Assistant Professor of Business Law Vacancy Type: Tenure Track Faculty Min TE Requirements: Degree in appropriate discipline area - prior experience teaching in higher education setting FTE: 1 Recruitment Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience Position: 2719 FLSA Status: Exempt Months per year: 9 Is this a grant funded position: No If yes, please indicate the end date of the grant. If applicable: NA
Primary Purpose of Organization Unit The Thomas College of Business and Economics is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB accreditation differentiates business and accounting programs from those at other institutions in terms of quality, rigor, and relevance. Only six percent of business schools worldwide are accredited by AACSB international.
The Thomas College of Business and Economics values internationalization to prepare students for a competitive global environment, diversity to enrich personal growth and enhance the learning experience, ethical decision-making to prepare students to serve as business leaders, and scholarship to benefit our students.
Department of Accounting Finance and Information Technology Management at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of business law faculty position to begin in Fall 2026.
Primary Purpose of Position The Department of Accounting Finance and Information Technology Management in the Thomas College of Business and Economics at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke (UNCP) anticipates hiring a full-time tenure track assistant professor of business law to begin in fall 2026.
Teaching areas include Business Law & Ethics, International Business Law, Commercial Law, and Legal Issues for Managers relevant to the accounting field.
Job Description The University of North Carolina at Pembroke invites applications for a full-time tenure track assistant professor in Business Law position. This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic candidate eager to be a member of a dynamic business college with collegial faculty. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
If you like to work in a collegial environment where you can be rewarded for classroom excellence and where your contribution and involvement matters from the first day of your employment, you will enjoy working at UNC Pembrokes Thomas College of Business and Economics.
An earned JD (Juris Doctor) degree is required. Applicants with a JD and experience in business law will receive the highest priority. JD holders with professional experience will be seriously considered.
Demonstrated evidence of teaching effectiveness, excellent communication skills, a commitment to scholarly research, proficiency with internet-based technologies, and the ability to utilize online pedagogies to enhance classroom learning is required.
Teaching Load Teaching load is three classes per semester as long as AACSB scholarly academic SA status is maintained. Otherwise, the teaching load is four classes per semester. Summer teaching is available as well as summer research grants.
Teaching areas include Business Law & Ethics, International Business Law, Commercial Law, and Legal Issues for Managers relevant to the accounting field.
Record of Scholarly Activities A record of scholarly activities as documented by recently published articles in peer-reviewed journals is preferred. Engage in appropriate research and publication to maintain scholarly currency and AACSB scholarly academic SA designation in assigned teaching areas of law.
Successful Candidate Requirements Successful candidate is required to:
Management Preference Proven and documented success in undergraduate and graduate teaching is highly desirable.
Licenses or Certification Required by statute or regulation.
Posting Information Job Opening Date: 02/11/2026 Job Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes Posting Category: Faculty Posting Number: EPA01091 Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/12975
Special Instructions to Applicants This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification if applicable, and credit history check if applicable.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.
Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, and national origin.
UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
Applicant Documents Required Documents: C. V. Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents: Other Document 1 Other Document 2 Other Document 3 Other Document 4
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