Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting

About the role

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting to begin in August 2027. The successful candidate will teach a variety of accounting courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and engage in scholarly activity.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of accounting courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Engage in scholarly activity, including publication and presentation of research
• Provide service to the department, college, and university
• Maintain a regular on-campus presence

Requirements

• For Assistant Professor: Earned doctorate with an emphasis in Accounting from an AACSB-accredited U.S. institution (ABD candidates nearing completion may be considered)
• For Associate Professor: Record that merits appointment at the Associate rank

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Accounting from an AACSB-accredited U.S. institution
• Experience teaching accounting courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Active research agenda

Skills

• Excellent teaching skills
• Strong research capabilities
• Effective communication and collaboration skills

Benefits

Western Kentucky University offers comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents. Paid-time off for holidays, vacation, and sick leave are also provided.

Pay

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Schedule

The normal teaching load for tenure-track faculty is nine hours per semester.