Open Rank - Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Professor of the Practice

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education seeks dynamic faculty members for various ranks in the Department of Accounting & Information Assurance. This role involves developing and teaching high-quality courses, engaging with business communities, and contributing to program administration. Ideal candidates will have a strong teaching background and a Ph.D. or terminal degree, with a focus on delivering impactful education in accounting. Join a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence and innovation in teaching and research, and help shape the future of aspiring professionals in the field.

Qualifications

• Candidates must demonstrate outstanding teaching skills across various formats.
• Ph.D. required for Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor positions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach courses in person and online for various programs.
• Engage with business communities and assist with program administration.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Curriculum Development

Student Advising

Program Administration

Business Acumen

Education

Ph.D. in Accounting or related field

Terminal degree (preferably Ph.D.)

Job description

Open Rank - Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Professor of the Practice

Functional Title: Open Rank - Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Professor of the Practice

Category Status: 15-Fac.Non-Tenured,Continuing Con

Applicant Search Category: Faculty

University Authorized FTE: 100

Unit: BMGT-Accounting

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The Department of Accounting & Information Assurance (AIA) at the Robert H. Smith School of Business, University of Maryland, College Park seeks to hire Non-Tenure Professional Track Faculty. Rank is open. The appointments will be at the level of lecturer, Professor of the Practice, Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, or Clinical Full Professor depending on experience and qualifications. The starting date will be August 2025. Applicants are expected to develop and teach high quality courses — both in person and online — to students in our undergraduate, specialty accounting masters, MBA, and executive education programs, to engage with the appropriate business communities, and to help with aspects of program administration such as admissions, student advising, and placement. The mix of these responsibilities differs across the ranks and can vary over time. Candidates for the Professor of the Practice position are expected to have the greatest external visibility while candidates for the Lecturer position are expected to have a primary focus on course delivery and development and assist with program administration.

All applicants are expected to demonstrate outstanding teaching skills to a variety of audiences across different formats (e.g., in-person, online, and hybrid) and across a variety of subject areas in accounting.

Preferences:

Candidates for the Professor of Practice position should additionally have a record of extensive accomplishment in business. Candidates for the Clinical Assistant/Associate/ Full Professor positions must have a Ph.D. and be highly visible in the business community. The ideal candidate for Lecturer will have a terminal degree in a related field (Ph.D. is preferable) with relevant teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level. Prior successful teaching in a top ranked business school is preferred, and experience in senior corporate leadership roles will also be valued.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching (examples: teaching philosophy, student evaluations)

Optional Documents:

• Research (examples: research statement, research programs)
• Supplemental Document 1
• Supplemental Document 2
• Supplemental Document 3
• List of References (no emails sent from system)

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check. The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed. Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.

Salary range: $130,000-$170,000.

Posting Date: 10/11/2024

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Best Consideration Date: 03/01/2025

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.