Assistant Professor, School of Accountancy

University of Memphis•Memphis, TN

13h

About The Position

The Crews School of Accountancy at the University of Memphis invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start in the spring semester of 2027 (preferred) or fall semester of 2027. This academic-year appointment involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses across the School’s programs, conducting a sustained program of quality research, and fulfilling professional and university service responsibilities. The School is the largest academic unit in the Fogelman College of Business and Economics and has separate AACSB International accreditation in addition to the College’s accreditation. Its 14 full-time faculty members offer bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. The School emphasizes innovation in accounting education, including integrating artificial intelligence and emerging technologies into the curriculum, and welcomes multidisciplinary collaboration with faculty across the College, accounting faculty, and doctoral students. Applicants from closely related disciplines whose research and teaching inform the study of accounting are encouraged to apply. A faculty member able to teach accounting information systems (AIS) and data analytics is preferred, though candidates in all relevant areas may be considered. The position requires effective college teaching and evidence of strong research potential. Scholarly expertise in behavioral or experimental research and teaching excellence in AIS and data analytics are desired. A Ph.D. in accounting or a related business field from an AACSB-accredited institution is required; advanced ABD candidates may be considered if degree completion is imminent. Compensation is competitive, with summer research support and an attractive benefits program, depending on qualifications. Application materials include a cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae, research sample, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three professional references. Applications are submitted online. Screening begins November 2, 2026, and may continue until the position is filled.

Requirements

Ph.D. in accounting or a related business field from an AACSB-accredited institution; advanced ABD candidates may be considered if degree completion is imminent.
Effective college teaching experience.
Evidence of strong research potential.

Nice To Haves

Ability to teach accounting information systems (AIS) and data analytics courses.
Scholarly expertise in behavioral or experimental research.
Teaching excellence in accounting information systems (AIS) and data analytics.
Multidisciplinary research and teaching interests relevant to the study of accounting.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses across the School’s diverse programs.
Conduct a sustained program of quality research.
Fulfill professional and university service responsibilities.
Collaborate with faculty across the Fogelman College, including on mutually relevant research with accounting faculty and doctoral students.