Associate or Full Professor of Accounting

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wharton School's Accounting Department at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position as an Associate or Full Professor in Accounting. The appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2027. Applicants should have a Ph.D. and a record or potential for high-quality research and teaching.

The position represents a premier opportunity to contribute to a leading business school, with a strong emphasis on rigorous scholarship and excellence in teaching.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. from an accredited institution.
• Outstanding research record or potential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research and publish in top accounting journals.
• Teach and mentor students at undergraduate and graduate levels.

Education

Ph.D. from an accredited institution

Job description

Associate or Full Professor of Accounting

Location: Philadelphia

Open Date: Sep 17, 2026

Deadline: Oct 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The Wharton School's Accounting Department is seeking applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position as an Associate or Full Professor. Applicants should have interest in areas such as Financial, Managerial, and Tax Accounting. Demonstrated ability or potential for high quality research and teaching are important. The appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2027.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph.D. from an accredited institution and have an outstanding research record or potential.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.