Assistant Professor of Accounting

Arkansas Tech University • Russellville, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lemoyne Smith School of Business at Arkansas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Accounting beginning August 2027. The position is primarily at the Assistant Professor level, with consideration also given to candidates qualified for appointment as Associate Professor or Professor. Regular on-campus presence is required at the university’s Russellville, Arkansas campus.

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, research, and service in the School of Business, demonstrating commitment to teaching excellence, scholarly engagement, and student success. The School is accredited by AACSB International and offers undergraduate programs in Accounting, Business Data Analytics, Finance, Health Information Management, Management, and Marketing, as well as an MBA program. The role offers opportunities to engage with colleagues, students, and industry partners in support of the School’s academic mission.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or DBA in Accounting from a regionally accredited university; ABD candidates may apply if they will graduate no later than August 15, 2027.
• Relevant teaching experience in accounting courses, with evidence of teaching effectiveness.
• Ability to develop a sustainable research program that produces meaningful knowledge for enhancing undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Accounting from an AACSB-accredited institution and program.
• Professional accounting certifications, such as CPA.
• Evidence of university-level teaching excellence and commitment to continuous improvement in teaching, mentoring, and working with undergraduate and graduate students.
• Experience with online instruction.
• Record of scholarly activity and strong research interests in accounting, and/or recent professional experience in accounting or taxation.
• Engagement with undergraduate or graduate students in student organizations, projects, research, or other experiential learning activities.
• Experience applying emerging technologies, accounting information systems, or data analytics in professional practice, scholarly activities, curriculum development, student projects, consulting engagements, or other substantive settings.
• Experience designing, implementing, coordinating, or assessing high-impact practices, such as internships, service learning, undergraduate research, learning communities, first-year experiences, capstone projects, study abroad, or peer mentoring.
• Experience developing durable skills such as communication, critical thinking, teamwork, problem-solving, professionalism, leadership, or adaptability.
• Experience with AACSB standards and accreditation processes.
• Commitment to creating and fostering industry relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the School of Business.
• Engage students in high-impact learning practices.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students effectively.
• Develop a sustainable research program.
• Provide impactful service to the School of Business, Arkansas Tech University, Russellville, and the state of Arkansas.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Head and/or Dean.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree