Assistant/Associate Professor-Business

Montana Tech; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reduction for dependents

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Job summary

Montana Technological University in Butte invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Associate or Assistant Professor in the Department of Business. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate accounting courses using multiple delivery methods, primarily the Accounting Option, and participate in advising and service.

Requirements include a master’s in business or related discipline with five years of industry experience or a doctorate with business focus; CPA/CMA/CIMA certifications

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a business or related discipline with five years of industry experience or a doctorate with a business-focused undergrad/grad degree.
• Preferred qualifications include a CPA/CMA/CIMA and an MS in Accounting, plus experience teaching at the undergraduate level and knowledge of data analytics and ERP platforms.
• Strong written and oral communication and ability to use various technologies for course delivery and management.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of undergraduate business courses, primarily those under the Accounting Option.
• Advise undergraduate students, serve on committees, and engage in scholarship or professional development.
• Maintain a four-course-per-semester load with possible reductions for scholarly activities; contribute to tenure/promotion evaluations in teaching, scholarship, and service.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching experience

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

SAP / ERP

Industry experience

Accounting knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in business or related discipline

Doctorate in business-focused field

Accounting certification (CPA/CMA/CIMA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power BI

Tableau

SAP

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor, Business (Full‑Time, Academic Year, Tenurable)

Montana Technological University invites applications for a full time, tenure‑track Associate or Assistant Professor with an August 2027 appointment. The successful candidate must be able to teach a variety of undergraduate business courses using multiple delivery methods but will primarily focus on courses required under the Department’s undergraduate Accounting Option. A master’s degree in a business or related discipline and five years of pertinent industry experience or an earned doctorate with a business focused undergraduate or graduate degree is required. Preferred qualifications include an active accounting certification (CPA, CMA, CIMA, etc.), a master’s degree in accounting, experience using and/or teaching advanced Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, SAP or equivalent ERP platform, undergraduate level teaching experience, and pertinent business‑related industry experience. The primary requirement of this position is academic instruction, therefore a required skill for the successful candidate will be excellent written and oral communication and a demonstrated ability to use a variety of technologies for course delivery and management.

Applications received by November 22, 2026 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Duties

The Associate/Assistant Professor will become a team member of the faculty of Montana Technological University in the Department of Business. The successful candidate must be able to teach a variety of business courses using multiple delivery methods but will primarily focus on required courses under the Department’s undergraduate Accounting Option. The normal teaching load is four courses per semester with the potential for course reduction given for value‑adding activities related to scholarship and service. Additionally, the candidate will be required to advise undergraduate students, serve on committees, and commit to professional development and/or scholarly activity. The faculty member will be evaluated for tenure and promotion purposes in the areas of teaching, scholarship, and service.

Required Qualifications

• Path A: A Master’s degree in a business or closely related discipline, paired with a minimum of five (5) years of pertinent industry experience.
• Path B: An earned Doctorate degree, supported by a business‑focused undergraduate or graduate degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: Active professional accounting certification (b>CPA, CMA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Education Focus: A Master’s degree specifically in Accounting.
• Teaching Experience: Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
• Technical Skills: Experience using and/or teaching Advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Systems & Analytics: Experience using and/or teaching data analytics and ERP platforms, specifically Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, SAP, or equivalent platforms.
• Industry Experience: Pertinent, hands‑on business‑related industry experience.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
• 11 Holidays per year
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

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Employment Eligibility

All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Montana Tech as legally required (e.g., Form I‑9). Montana Tech will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring.

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