Assistant Professor

The School of Accountancy invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor rank beginning August 2027. All areas of teaching and research interest will be considered; however, our primary teaching need is in taxation. Qualified candidates must hold a Ph.D. in accounting or a related field from an AACSB accredited institution by the time of appointment. The successful candidate will be expected to publish high-quality research in leading accounting or closely related discipline journals and contribute to the School’s teaching mission. We are particularly interested in individuals who are strong organizational citizens and are interested in being active members of a rich academic community. Salary, benefits, and research support are competitive.

About the School of Accountancy

The School of Accountancy (https://business.unl.edu/academic-programs/departments/accounting/) has 11 tenured or tenure-track faculty and 6 Professors of Practice. It provides a very collegial environment for research and teaching.

About the College of Business

The College of Business drives discovery, creates opportunity and empowers its record-breaking 4,534 students to lead the future of business. Programs include 12 undergraduate majors and numerous graduate programs, including our on campus Masters of Professional Accountancy program, highly-ranked online MBA, three online master of science degrees, and two Ph.D. programs. Established in 1913, it is the only doctorate granting business college in Nebraska. Howard L. Hawks Hall, located at 14th and Vine Streets, has been home of the college since 2017. Hawks Hall features interactive learning in state-of-the-art classrooms, cutting-edge technology and one-stop student support services, including free one-on-one tutoring and coaching. For more information, visit https://business.unl.edu

About the University of Nebraska–Lincoln

We are proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and certified as a Family Friendly Workplace. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

About Lincoln, Nebraska

Home to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, the city of Lincoln consistently ranks one of the happiest cities in America and highest for livability thanks to a low cost of living, great schools and friendly, community-minded residents. Set amidst a big sky and open landscape, the state’s capital city is simple to navigate with a nationally noted low crime rate, a wide range of housing choices, and a reliable public transit system. As one of the fastest growing metro areas in the Midwest, Lincoln boasts a growing technology sector, more parkland per capita than all but a few U.S. cities, an extensive bike trail network, and numerous options for recreational and personal interest activities. It’s easy to feel at home here.

For specific questions about the position, please email Search Committee Chair Tom Kubick at [email protected].

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Minimum Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in accounting or a related field from an AACSB accredited institution by the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• All areas of teaching and research interest will be considered; however, our primary teaching need is in taxation.
• We are particularly interested in individuals who are strong organizational citizens and are interested in being active members of a rich academic community.
• The successful candidate will be expected to publish high-quality research in leading accounting or closely related discipline journals and contribute to the School’s teaching mission.

Posted Salary

How to Apply

Click “Apply for this job” and complete the faculty information form. Attach the following documents:

• A letter of interest that addresses your qualifications and interest in the position.

• A curriculum vitae.

• A list of three references with contact information.

• One document containing: i) a sample of publications or working papers, and ii) evidence of teaching experience and ability. Attach as “Other Document.”

All four documents are required for a complete file. Only complete files will be reviewed.