Instructional-Track Faculty Position in Accounting

SSRN; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Accounting within the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa invites applications for one non-tenure Instructional Track Faculty Position in Accounting at the levels of Assistant Professor of Instruction or Practice, Associate Professor of Instruction or Practice, or Full Professor of Instruction or Practice starting Spring 2027. Rank will be based on experience and record of achievement.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

Qualifications

• Evidence of successful teaching in accounting at undergrad/grad level, or proven teaching via experience; able to teach Financial Accounting plus one other area (Managerial/AI).
• Strong accounting background with industry experience (3–5 years).

Skills

Teaching experience

Accounting expertise

Tech-friendly teaching

Education

CPA, Masters or PhD in accounting or related field

Job description

Instructional-Track Faculty Position in Accounting

Job Description & Qualification

The Department of Accounting within the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa invites applications for one non-tenure Instructional Track Faculty Position in Accounting at the levels of Assistant Professor of Instruction or Practice, Associate Professor of Instruction or Practice, or Full Professor of Instruction or Practice starting Spring 2027. Rank will be based on experience and record of achievement. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. Position may range from 50% time (teaching 4 classes/year) to 100% time (teaching 8 classes/year) and include a 1-7 year contract, determined by rank and experience, with benefits. For more information about the Instructional Faculty policy, refer to the Policy Manual 10.6(3).

The Department

Named one of the Top 50 undergraduate accounting programs by U.S. News & World Report, the Tippie Department of Accounting boasts the 22nd highest CPA pass rate in the country. With PhD alumni teaching around the world, the impact of this department stretches far and wide.

About the Organization

Since 1847, the Tippie College of Business has cultivated a legacy of innovation, thought leadership, and excellence in business education. We have nearly 6,000 students within undergraduate, graduate, and PhD programs spanning seven academic departments—accounting, business analytics, economics, finance, risk management and insurance, marketing, and management and entrepreneurship. We are eight centers and institutes, and four student-managed endowment funds. We’re over 61,000 alumni—and growing. Tippie is regularly listed in top business school rankings. We also hold the gold standard of accreditations, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), and have maintained the accreditation for over 95 years (since 1923).

But who we are is not just in the curriculum we curate—it’s also in the community we create. Our leadership embraces our responsibility to pursue academic excellence within a welcoming environment where every student can thrive. More than 150 years after our founding, we continue to be a place where students can grow and flourish in their professional or academic careers.

Education Requirement

CPA, Masters or PhD in accounting or in a related field.

Required Qualifications

• Evidence of successful teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level in accounting OR A demonstrated high level of competence in teaching through professional experience. The candidate must be able to teach courses in Financial Accounting and one other subject area (Managerial OR AI/Technology).
• Strong background in Accounting with industry experience (3-5 years).

Desired Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of financial and managerial accounting acquired through academic preparation, professional practice, or a combination of both.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), business analytics, and data visualization tools, into accounting instruction and curriculum development to prepare students for the evolving demands of the profession.
• Skilled at communicating and collaborating across a broad range of cultural backgrounds and technical expertise.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to address complex or sensitive situations with professionalism, sound judgment, discretion, and fairness.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in teaching, learning, professional practice, or organizational effectiveness.
• Ability to use technology effectively to support communication, instruction, data management, assessment, or project coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, train, supervise, or support the development of others in professional or educational settings.
• Commitment to fostering student success through involvement in student organizations, mentoring, advising, recruitment, outreach, and other service activities, as well as flexibility to support instruction and program needs that may occur during evenings, weekends, or other nontraditional hours.

Additional Information

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation, including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment, and provide a related release. Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

If your H-1B petition is subject to the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will NOT cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage you to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. Our team is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail].

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.