Assistant Professor in Accounting

NACBA; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Accounting, beginning Fall 2027. Teaching and research in all areas of accounting with emphasis on analytics and AI will be considered.

The department seeks candidates who can contribute to the Bachelor of Science in Accounting with Data Analytics and Applied AI and the Master of Accounting with Data Analytics and Applied AI; CMA pathway development is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. or DBA in Accounting from AACSB-accredited institution; ABD considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate accounting courses.
• Develop and maintain curriculum aligned with department initiatives.
• Conduct scholarly research resulting in peer‑reviewed publications.
• Provide service to the department, college, university, and accounting profession.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPA Certification

Accounting analytics

AI in accounting

Teaching experience

Education

Ph.D./DBA in Accounting (AACSB)

Job description

Employment Status:

Full time (29-40 Hrs)

Type of Employment:

Faculty

# of openings:

1

Location:

ASU-Jonesboro

Proposed Salary Range:

Commensurate with Experience

Closing:

9/28/26

Please note: All postings close at 12 A.M. CST on the closing date. This employer participates in E-Verify.

Position Summary:

The Department of Accounting in the Neil Griffin College of Business at Arkansas State University (A-State) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning Fall 2027.

Teaching and research interests in all areas of accounting will be considered. The Department seeks candidates who can contribute to the continued growth and innovation of its accounting programs: the Bachelor of Science in Accounting with Data Analytics and Applied AI and the Master of Accounting with Data Analytics and Applied AI. Candidates with expertise in areas such as accounting analytics, artificial intelligence applications in accounting, advanced accounting, managerial accounting, or other emerging areas of accounting education are particularly encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will teach accounting courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels and contribute to the continued development of the Department's accounting curriculum. The Department is interested in candidates who can support initiatives related to the development of a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) pathway within the Master of Accounting with Data Analytics and Applied AI program and the continued integration of emerging technologies into accounting education. Candidates with experience or interest in developing and teaching courses involving artificial intelligence applications in accounting, data analytics, and technology-enabled accounting practices are highly valued.

Primary responsibilities include teaching accounting courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, conducting scholarly research resulting in quality peer-reviewed publications, and providing service to the department, college, university, and accounting profession.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teach accounting courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.


• Develop and maintain curriculum consistent with departmental and college initiatives.


• Conduct scholarly research resulting in quality peer-reviewed publications.


• Provide service to the department, college, university, and accounting profession.


• Perform other duties as assigned

Arkansas State University is a public, multi-campus higher education system with an enrollment exceeding 22,000 students. Recently reclassified as an R2 (Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity) institution by Carnegie, A-State's Jonesboro campus boasts a diverse student body exceeding 13,000. The university has a global impact through outreach via web-based instruction and the establishment of a campus in Queretaro, Mexico. Jonesboro, a regional metropolitan city with a population of over 68,500, is located 70 miles northwest of Memphis, Tenn.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required or applicable to the position responsibilities and area of specialization, including special abilities.

General Days/Hours:

Monday - Friday

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Additional hours as requested and/or needed

Regular and reliable attendance

Other:

Please note: all position postings close at 12:00 A.M. CST on the position closing date

Preferred Qualifications:

• An active CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification.


• Professional accounting experience.


• Experience teaching accounting courses at the undergraduate or graduate level.


• Experience or interest in accounting analytics, artificial intelligence applications in accounting, advanced accounting, managerial accounting, or other emerging areas of accounting education.


• Demonstrated ability or interest in integrating data analytics, artificial intelligence, or other emerging technologies into accounting education.

Minimum Qualifications:

An earned Ph.D. or DBA with a concentration in Accounting from an AACSB-accredited institution. ABD candidates will be considered.

Review of applications will begin after the closing date. Interested candidates must attach (in MS Word or PDF format) the following materials to the electronic application:

• Letter of application


• CV/Resume


• Teaching evaluations for all courses taught in the last two years with department/school comparisons


• Contact information for three references


• Unofficial transcripts will be required prior to interview date or may be attached online at the time of application.

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