Visiting Faculty Positions in Accounting

Bucknell University•Lexington, KY

20d

About The Position

VISITING FACULTY POSITIONS IN ACCOUNTING The Freeman College of Management at Bucknell University seeks two full-time, visiting faculty members qualified to teach undergraduate accounting courses. We have needs in the following areas: Introduction to Accounting, Intermediate Accounting, Advanced Accounting, Audit, and Managerial Accounting. The appointment will start in August 2026 and last for one academic year (August 2026 - May 2027). The Freeman College, an AACSB-accredited unit, offers innovative professional education in the context of one of the nation's leading liberal arts universities. We believe that an education that combines technical skills and deep intellectual exploration is the best preparation for thoughtful and capable leaders. Thus, we seek faculty members capable of contributing to this mission. We also embrace the teacher-scholar model. Although visiting faculty are not required to engage in research, we look with particular favor on those who are making creative intellectual contributions to both teaching and scholarship in their fields. The teaching load for visiting faculty members is six classes per year. A record of excellence in undergraduate teaching is required. Qualified candidates will have completed or be near completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree (DBA, ScD), or have at least a Master’s degree in a relevant field supplemented by substantial professional experience within accounting. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. FREEMAN COLLEGE MAJORS AT BUCKNELL Our innovative curriculum and world-class teacher-scholars earned Freeman College a consistent top 20 ranking in Poets & Quants’ annual survey of undergraduate business programs. The approximately 700 students in the Freeman College of Management may choose among seven majors offered by highly interdisciplinary departments that combine courses in the various disciplines of management with offerings in the arts, humanities, natural and social sciences, and engineering. For additional information pertaining to our curriculum, go to: https://www.bucknell.edu/management. APPLICATION A review of applications will begin no later than March 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. For additional information and to apply, please visit Bucknell's career site at: http://careers.bucknell.edu. Complete files must include: Cover letter; Current curriculum vitae; Statement of teaching philosophy; Evidence of teaching effectiveness (student course evaluations with both numerical ratings and comments, if available); Copies of representative scholarly works, or evidence of work in progress; A statement of scholarly achievements and goals A formal application must be submitted through: http://careers.bucknell.edu. Please upload all requested documents as one merged PDF. Initial interviews will be held remotely. When the search committee determines that a candidate should be considered for an on-campus visit, names and contact information of three references will be requested so that letters of recommendation may be obtained. Please address any questions about the search to Dr. James Lawson (Chair of the Search Committee), at [email protected]. BUCKNELL UNIVERSITY Bucknell University is a private, highly ranked, primarily undergraduate, national liberal arts institution that also offers strong professional programs in engineering, management, education, and music. Bucknell University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The university believes that students learn best in a diverse, inclusive community and is therefore committed to academic excellence through diversity in its faculty, staff, and students. Applications from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented in higher education are encouraged. Bucknell is committed to creating a climate that fosters inclusion, growth, and development for a diverse student body, and seeks candidates who are also committed to these goals. Bucknell is located in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, on the banks of the Susquehanna River. The Lewisburg area offers a combination of outdoor recreation opportunities and small-town amenities. In addition to the cultural and athletic events offered at the University and in town, the region offers strong schools and medical facilities, and an affordable cost of living. Bucknell is about three hours from Philadelphia, New York, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. Benefits: Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to): Flexible scheduling options determined by role; Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions) Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods. A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.) Inclusive Excellence: Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information. E-Verify Bucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources (570) 577-1631 or email [email protected]. About Bucknell Founded in 1846 and located along the banks of the Susquehanna River in historic Lewisburg, Pa., Bucknell University is an undergraduate-focused institution that stands uniquely at the intersection of top-ranked liberal arts, engineering and management programs. Our students choose from more than 60 majors and 70 minors in the arts, engineering, humanities, management, and natural and social sciences, as well as extensive global study, service-learning and research opportunities. Bucknell’s 3,700 undergraduate and 30 graduate students enjoy a low 9:1 student-faculty ratio and exceptional opportunities to collaborate with faculty mentors on scholarly and artistic projects. Bucknell’s beautiful 450-acre campus includes first-rate facilities and is home to more than 90 percent of its undergraduate students. Student life is vibrant with about 200 student-run organizations, 27 NCAA Division I athletics teams, a robust arts culture, and a commitment among many of the students to community and global service work. Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and we seek candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. The University provides equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran status or disability in admissions, employment and in all of its educational programs and activities. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply. The Community Lewisburg (pop. 5,700) is located in central Pennsylvania and features beautiful Victorian homes, the restored art deco Campus Theatre (owned by the University), a variety of restaurants, shops and boutiques, and the Barnes & Noble at Bucknell University Bookstore. It is the seat of Union County, which has about 44,000 residents. The city of Williamsport is about a 30-minute drive from campus, and Penn State University’s main campus is about an hour away, as is Harrisburg, Pennsylvania’s state capital. Bucknell is within a three-hour drive of New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. The cost of living is low compared to that of major U.S. cities and suburbs. Bucknell’s surroundings yield fresh produce, cultural activities and events, and outstanding opportunities for outdoor activity on the Susquehanna River and in the nearby state parks and forests. The Lewisburg Area School District receives excellent reviews for its schools at all grade levels. Lewisburg Area High School consistently ranks among the top 50 high schools in Pennsylvania for SAT scores and statewide exams.

Requirements

Completed or be near completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree (DBA, ScD), or have at least a Master’s degree in a relevant field supplemented by substantial professional experience within accounting
A record of excellence in undergraduate teaching is required

Nice To Haves

Those who are making creative intellectual contributions to both teaching and scholarship in their fields

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate accounting courses
Courses include: Introduction to Accounting, Intermediate Accounting, Advanced Accounting, Audit, and Managerial Accounting
Teaching load is six classes per year

Benefits

Flexible scheduling options determined by role
Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves.
Full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children.
Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
Parental leave
An employee assistance program
Fitness center membership
Power of your Bucknell ID card