State University Faculty - Assistant Professor of Accounting

CU0076 Metropolitan State University; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical and dental insurance

Paid holidays and vacation time

Pension Plan and retirement accounts

Tuition waivers or discounts

Professional development support

Job summary

Metropolitan State University is hiring an Assistant Professor of Accounting to teach Accounting Information Systems and Financial/Managerial Accounting. The role includes curriculum development and teaching across BS/BA, MS/MA, MBA or DBA programs, with in-person, online, or hybrid delivery.

The candidate should engage in scholarship, advise students, and contribute to a diverse, student-centered educational environment. Start date January 4, 2027; Minnesota location in St. Paul.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree or near completion by Aug 2027 in accounting or related field (.MIS or Finance).
• Ability to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels in accounting information systems and financial/managerial accounting.
• Experience designing curriculum and teaching diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach Accounting Information Systems, Financial or Managerial Accounting effectively to post-traditional students.
• Contribute to curriculum development in accounting information systems and accounting.
• Teach in BS/BA, MS/MA, MBA or DBA programs, in-person and online/hybrid formats.
• Engage in assessment of student learning and scholarly activity or research.
• Advise students and support their academic and career development.
• Provide service to department, college, university, and community.
• Demonstrate commitment to diversity and equitable outcomes for all students.

Skills

Accounting Information Systems

Financial Accounting

Managerial Accounting

Curriculum development

Teaching

Advising

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Ph.D. or DBA in accounting or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title: State University Faculty - Assistant Professor of Accounting. Institution: Metropolitan State University. Classification Title: State University Faculty. Bargaining Unit / Union: 209: Inter Faculty Organization. City: St. Paul. FLSA: Job Exempt. Full Time / Part Time: Full time. Employment Condition: Unclassified - Unlimited. Academic Salary Range: $64,963.00 - $193,146.00.

Job Description: Metro State University, a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, is seeking to hire an Assistant Professor of Accounting. This is a full-time probationary position within the Department of Accounting and will start on January 4, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the ability to teach Accounting Information Systems and Financial or Managerial Accounting courses effectively to a post-traditional student population.
• Curriculum development in accounting information systems and financial or managerial accounting.
• Teaching in BS/BA, MS/MA, and/or MBA or DBA programs.
• Teach in-person and distance education courses as needed by the department, college, or university.
• Contribute meaningfully to the assessment of student learning at program, college, and institutional levels.
• Engage in scholarly activity, creative achievement, and/or research.
• Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study.
• Contribute to student growth and development through advising and student academic or career guidance.
• Engage in service to the department, college, university, and community.
• Demonstrate a commitment to serving a diverse student body by delivering a student-centered education and using approaches that support equitable outcomes for all students.
• Provide excellent learning environments through in-person, online, and/or hybrid course modalities.

Salary

Salary is commensurate with education and experience and is determined by the salary placement process as outlined in the Inter Faculty Organization (IFO) Master Agreement. Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization (IFO), which can be found on the Minnesota State Employee and Labor Relations website.

Minimum Qualifications

• A completed terminal degree (Ph.D or DBA) from a regionally accredited institution in accounting or a related field (.MIS or Finance). Applicants who will complete their terminal degree by August 2027 will also be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and design curriculum at the undergraduate and graduate levels in accounting information systems and financial or managerial accounting that effectively engage a diverse, contemporary student population, and contribute to meaningful assessment of student learning.
• Courses to include, but not limited to, Accounting Information Systems and Financial or Managerial Accounting.
• Demonstrated success in teaching and professional service activities.
• A plan for scholarly activity, creative achievement, and/or research in the specified discipline(s), or related disciplines.
• Effective Communication skills (written & verbal) to communicate with a variety of persons and groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in an institution with a culturally, economically, and linguistically diverse workforce and student population.
• Demonstrated ability and desire to work collegially with faculty and staff from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Candidate must live or be willing to relocate to Minnesota and teach face-to-face courses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness or professional experience with data analytics is desired.
• Professional experience working with accounting information systems, ERP systems, artificial intelligence and accounting productivity tools.
• A professional certificate in Accountancy, such as CPA, CMA, or CIA.
• Demonstrated contributions to the assessment of student learning at a post-secondary institution.
• Professional development and/or expertise in culturally responsive pedagogy, anti-racist pedagogy, and/or universal design.
• Experience as an academic advisor for students at a post-secondary institution.

Benefits Information

• Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option.
• To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
• Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.
• To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
• We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options.
• Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents.
• Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date: 01-04-2027. Position End Date: Open. Date Posted: 08-03-2026. Close Date: 11-30-2026.

Posting Contact Name: Kevin Earl Thompson. Posting Contact Email: [e-mail].

Metro State University is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. The university provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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