Assistant Professor, Accounting

100 The University of Akron; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Flexible work arrangement

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement options

Job summary

The University of Akron seeks a faculty member for a tenure-track position in the George W. Daverio School of Accountancy. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, pursuing scholarly activity, and contributing to service within the department and university.

Applicants should hold a PhD/DBA in accounting (or related field) with AACSB accreditation and may have CPA/CIA/CMA certification. Preference given to AI expertise and industry/public accounting experience.

Qualifications

• PhD/DBA in accounting from AACSB-accredited institution, or related field with accounting certification.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Engage in research, scholarship and service to the department, university and public.
• Incorporate AI tools into teaching and curriculum development.

Skills

AI skills

Professional certification preference

Education

PhD/DBA in accounting (AACSB)

PhD/DBA in related area + accounting cert.

Job description

Our greatest teaching needs are in financial reporting, analytics and artificial intelligence. The tenured/tenure track teaching faculty generally have a full range of responsibilities, including teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, research, scholarship, and service to the department, the university and the public. Effective teaching, scholarly productivity, and service to the university and the profession are required for retention, promotion, and tenure. The George W. Daverio School of Accountancy offers undergraduate and graduate programs in accounting, taxation and joint degree programs with the law school. Both the School and the College of Business are accredited by the AACSB for its undergraduate and graduate programs. The College has been recognized by the Princeton Review as a Best Business School. BusinessWeek magazine ranks the College among the nation’s top 100 undergraduate business schools. Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement Requirements.

Required Qualifications

• PhD/DBA or equivalent in accounting from an AACSB accredited institution, or a PhD/DBA in a related area from an AACSB accredited institution with professional certification in accounting.
• All degree requirements must be completed by August 23, 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to candidates who are professionally certified (e.g., CPA, CIA, CMA) and have relevant professional experience in public accounting or industry.
• Additionally, strong preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated AI skills, particularly the ability to integrate AI and information technology tools into teaching and curriculum development.

Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin December 12, 2026.

Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if applicable): American Association of University Professors

Background Check Statement The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

Non-Discrimination Statement The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.

The University of Akron empowers our people to flourish by delivering an applied and community-connected educational experience and cultivating research excellence. Leveraging our passion and expertise, we create innovative academic opportunities, support the well-being of our students and employees, and prioritize community embeddedness and engagement to impact lives through transformative experience. Through this focus, UA aspires to be the leader in community-focused higher education. The University of Akron is a lifelong learning partner, recognizing and valuing diverse learning experiences and combining traditional classroom experiences with innovative and robust approaches. As Zips, we prioritize the well-being of our students and employees, cultivate a culture and community where all can flourish, and act as responsible stewards of our resources and infrastructure by leveraging data to differentiate our processes and systems. We leverage our urban campus as a responsive and reliable partner to identify and meet the needs of the region. We intentionally contribute to economic and workforce development and civic life through research, innovation and engagement to provide community-embedded experiential learning opportunities that will enhance the UA experience for all students. We welcome candidates who are passionate about shaping and inspiring the next generation of thinkers, experts, artists and leaders. For more information about The University of Akron or the Akron community please visit our About UA page.

Benefits

• The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave.
• In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission.
• All staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA).
• The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
• Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)).

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