Thompson-Hill Chair of Excellence Professor and Director of the Crews School of Accountancy (CSOA)

University of Memphis • Memphis, TN

32d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fogelman College of Business and Economics (FCBE) at the University of Memphis is seeking a Thompson-Hill Chair of Excellence Professor and Director for the Crews School of Accountancy (CSOA). This is a leadership role within a dynamic academic unit at a Carnegie R1 research university, with a faculty of research-active scholars. The School offers BBA, MS, and PhD degrees and holds AACSB accreditation. The curriculum has been updated to align with CPA licensure requirements. This search aims to recruit a nationally prominent leader in accountancy research and education to advance the School's academic reputation, research productivity, doctoral education, and external engagement. The University will utilize resources from the vacant Thompson-Hill Chair of Excellence in Accountancy to attract a scholar-leader with a strong record in research, doctoral mentorship, and academic leadership.

Requirements

• An earned doctorate in accounting or a closely related discipline.
• Tenure at the rank of Full Professor.
• A distinguished and sustained record of scholarly achievement and national visibility.
• Demonstrated leadership ability in academic or professional settings.
• Strong interpersonal, administrative, and communication skills.
• Experience with, or familiarity with, AACSB accreditation standards and processes.
• Credentials and accomplishments sufficient to warrant appointment at the rank of Full Professor with tenure upon hire.
• Scholarly distinction, national or international prominence, and academic leadership consistent with expectations for a Chair of Excellence-supported appointment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the academic and administrative leader of the Crews School of Accountancy.
• Develop and implement a strategic vision to advance the School's teaching, research, and service missions.
• Oversee faculty recruitment, development, evaluation, and mentorship.
• Strengthen and elevate the School's research profile.
• Provide curriculum leadership across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
• Manage budgeting, scheduling, and administrative oversight.
• Build strong relationships with the accounting profession and business community.
• Advance the School's visibility and reputation nationally and internationally.
• Sustain scholarly productivity as a Chair of Excellence.
• Teach one course per semester.
• Serve on the College's Executive Council.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, collegiality, accountability, and mutual respect.
• Build a high-functioning and collaborative academic environment.

Benefits

• Academic-year appointment with additional summer compensation.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Administrative support.
• Professional development resources.
• Research support appropriate for a senior academic leader at a Carnegie R1 institution.

What This Job Offers

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