Assistant Professor of Accounting

SSRN; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 69,426 - 147,579; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental plans

Dependent fee waiver

Summer research grants

Defined-benefit retirement

Job summary

The School of Accountancy at SSRN in Fullerton is inviting applications for tenure-track Assistant Professor positions starting Spring or Fall 2027. Candidates will develop and teach various Accounting courses while engaging in research and student advising.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field and demonstrate excellence in teaching and scholarly work. A comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary range are part of the offer.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in accounting or related field required by appointment time.
• Strong record of scholarly accomplishments.
• Ability to balance teaching, scholarship, and service.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach core Accounting courses.
• Produce peer-reviewed research.
• Advise students and participate in university activities.

Skills

Commitment to undergraduate teaching

Collaborative working

Integration of technology into instruction

Culturally diverse communication

Education

Ph.D. in accounting or related field

Job description

The School of Accountancy at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for two tenure‑track Assistant Professor positions in Accounting with an appointment to begin Spring or Fall 2027.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment: This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSUF provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.

Position Overview

The primary responsibilities of the person in this position include

• Development and teaching of introductory and core Accounting courses, including Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Accounting Information Systems, Data Analytics, or Emerging Technologies in Accounting.
• Development of courses in their area(s) of specialization.
• Producing peer‑reviewed research and scholarly activities commensurate with tenure requirements.
• Contributing to and participating in the life and development of the School of Accountancy, advising students, serving on committees, and engaging with the broader university and disciplinary communities.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in accounting, information systems, data science, business analytics, or a related field (by the time of appointment).
• Demonstrated commitment to and excellence in undergraduate teaching.
• A strong record of scholarly accomplishments appropriate to the level of appointment.
• Experience in working collaboratively with colleagues.
• Ability to balance excellent teaching, scholarship, and service.
• Demonstrated potential for effective integration of technology into instruction.
• Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with students from intersecting marginalized social groups.
• Ability and commitment to communicate and work effectively with students, staff, and faculty in a culturally diverse environment.

Benefits

Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $6,221 to $13,224 monthly. The anticipated hiring range is $11,359 to $11,813 per month. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Summer research grants, moving expenses, start‑up funds, and a reduced teaching load may be available. The benefits package includes health, vision, and dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and dependent fee waiver; access to campus child‑care; and a defined‑benefit retirement through the state system.