Open Rank Term Faculty

George Mason University; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

George Mason University is seeking an Open Rank Term Faculty Member in the Costello College of Business to teach accounting to undergraduate and graduate students. The position emphasizes course design, student engagement, and service to the department and university.

Qualified candidates will have a master's degree in accounting, significant teaching experience, and extensive accounting experience; CPA certification is required, and a PhD is preferred for tenure-line candidates.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in accounting or a related field.
• Significant teaching experience in both face-to-face and online spaces and ability to create materials, support existing programs, and teach stand-alone courses.
• Extensive professional experience in accounting or related roles.
• Ability to teach Intermediate Accounting and other accounting courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Collegiality and ability to work well with colleagues; and CPA Certification.

Responsibilities

• Teaches accounting courses in undergraduate and/or graduate programs. The teaching load for this position is determined according to the College's workload policy;
• Provides service to the Accounting Area, the Costello College of Business, the University, and the profession, such as academic community engagement, student mentoring, committee membership, and interfacing with the business community; and
• Be invested as a team member in helping colleagues and the college further our collective goals.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course design

Online teaching

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in accounting

CPA Certification

PhD or equivalent in Accounting

Job description

Department: Costello College of Business

Classification: 9-month Instructional Faculty

Job Category: Instructional Faculty

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

The Donald G. Costello College of Business at George Mason University is one of the largest business schools in Virginia, and is located near Washington, D.C., in Arlington and Fairfax, and at George Mason's global campus in Incheon, South Korea. The college's AACSB-accredited business and accounting curricula prepare undergraduate and graduate students from the U.S. and across the globe for career success in business and government. Its research-based faculty and focus on multi-disciplinary academic programs, inclusive entrepreneurship, modular education, experiential learning, and corporate partner engagement are transforming the landscape of business education and workforce development.Learn more atbusiness.gmu.edu.

About the Position:

The Open Rank Term Faculty Member teaches courses in undergraduate and graduate programs effectively and positively contributes to the academic environment. The Open Rank Term Faculty Member also provides service to the Accounting Area, the Costello College of Business, the University, the profession, and interfaces with students and the business community. This is a full-time position with benefits. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Candidates should demonstrate an established record of teaching effectiveness, including a commitment to course design, supporting and engaging students, and continued faculty growth as regards pedagogy. Candidates should also demonstrate consistent and clear evidence of collegiality and collaboration and be willing to contribute to various areas of service at Costello.

Responsibilities:

• Teaches accounting courses in undergraduate and/or graduate programs. The teaching load for this position is determined according to the College's workload policy;
• Provides service to the Accounting Area, the Costello College of Business, the University, and the profession, such as academic community engagement, student mentoring, committee membership, and interfacing with the business community; and
• Be invested as a team member in helping colleagues and the college further our collective goals.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in accounting or a related field;
• Significant teaching experience in both face-to-face and online spaces and ability to create materials, support existing programs, and teach stand-alone courses;
• Extensive professional experience in accounting or related roles;
• Ability to teach Intermediate Accounting and other accounting courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels;
• Collegiality and ability to work well with colleagues; and
• CPA Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD or equivalent in Accounting from an AACSB-accredited institution; and
• Professional certification in accounting area other than CPA (e.g., CMA, CIA, CISA).

Posting Open Date: August 13, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by: October 4, 2026

Open Until Filled: Yes