Lecturer in Accounting at Missouri State University - Liaoning Normal University College of International Business

About the University:

LNNU-MSU College of International Business (CIB) is located in Dalian, a coastal city in northeast China. The city boasts a low cost of living, a mild climate, fresh seafood, and a relaxed atmosphere. The partnership between Missouri State University (USA) and Liaoning Normal University (China) was established in June 2000. LNNU-MSU CIB offers a two-year AA in General Studies and a four-year BS in General Business, open to both Chinese and international students.

What sets LNNU-MSU apart is its academic structure: while LNNU provides and maintains facilities, MSU ensures academic standards equivalent to those at its U.S. campus. All classes are taught in English and follow a U.S.-style university schedule, preparing students for study abroad.

The program in Dalian is formally approved by the governing bodies of both universities - the Ministry of Education in the People's Republic of China and the MSU Board of Governors in the United States. Its mission is to foster cultural and educational exchange while strengthening U.S.-China relations.

LNU-MSU Website:http://dalian.missouristate.edu

About the Job:

Faculty are approved by Missouri State University and employed by Liaoning Normal University as consultant lecturers, who work in cooperation with MSU to successfully teach an MSU-West Plains Associate of Arts degree in General Studies. They are not employees of MSU and are expected to fulfill the obligations detailed in their contracts from LNNU.

Full-time faculty teach 15 lecture hours and hold 5 office hours per week. Faculty typically teach five sections of a single course. Interaction with students outside the classroom is encouraged. This position will require relocation to Dalian, China. All instruction is conducted in English, so familiarity with the Chinese language is not required.

Compensation:

• Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience
• 16,000 – 22,000 RMB per month (plus 3,800 RMB per month housing allowance)
• Contracts are paid over 12 months, August 1 through July 31
• Regular retention bonuses
• One-year employment contracts are standard per Chinese Government work visa policy (candidates seeking multi-year teaching are preferred)

Additional Benefits for Faculty:

• Assistance with obtaining Chinese work permit and visa
• Long winter and summer holidays between semesters
• Round-trip ticket: One-way airfare to Dalian and, upon completion of contract, a return ticket to permanent domicile
• Insurance: Accident & Critical Illness Insurance (In-Patient), Accident Insurance (Out-Patient), & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• 3,800 RMB/month housing allowance

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Teaching Experience:

• Master’s degree in accounting or a closely related field from an accredited institution (must meet HLC accreditation standards)
• Two years of teaching experience in a related field (University or College level preferred)

Visa:

• Successful candidates must apply for and obtain a work permit/visa for China (LNNU-MSU assists with process and costs)
• Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as per Chinese work visa requirements

Desired Qualifications:

• Ph.D. (or other terminal degree) or ABD from an accredited institution in accounting or a closely related field
• Five or more years of teaching experience in a related field (University or College level preferred)
• Experience with students for whom English is a second language

How to Apply:

To apply, email the following materials in one consolidated PDF document to: [email protected]

• Current vitae including 3 professional references
• A cover letter specifying how your credentials match the position description
• All earned Diplomas - undergraduate through highest degree
• All transcripts - undergraduate through highest degree earned (official transcripts required if selected)

* Please include your last name, the position for which you are applying, and the school name in your subject heading: e.g. "Ricardo – Accounting – LNNU-MSU"