Assistant Professor

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Salary: $255,000 - $275,000

About the University

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

About the Role

UIC College of Business and the Department of Accounting continue to see substantial enrollment growth. This hire will meet the needs of the growing student body including the requirements of the accreditation of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

Responsibilities

• Research, undergraduate and graduate teaching, service to the department, college and university, and outreach to the business communities.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Earned Ph.D. or other terminal degree by the start date of appointment.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, high quality scholarly research, and service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of effective teaching, high quality scholarly research (e.g., works in process, publications, etc.).
• Commitment to collaborative service within the academic community.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid time Off
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents