Assistant Professor of Accounting

About the role

The Department of Accounting in the Robins School of Business at the University of Richmond invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, to begin in the 2027-2028 academic year.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Accounting Information Systems (AIS) and/or Audit, incorporating data analytics and artificial intelligence into course content.
• Contribute to the intellectual life of the department through research in high-quality academic journals.
• Mentor a diverse and inclusive community of undergraduate students.
• Engage in service activities that enhance the academic and professional development of students and colleagues.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in Accounting by the time of appointment.
• Preference for candidates with interest in teaching AIS and/or Audit, and a commitment to incorporating data analytics and artificial intelligence into course content.
• Professional work experience related to accounting and auditing, and/or a professional certification in Accounting (such as being a licensed CPA) is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

The Department of Accounting at the University of Richmond seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, intellectual contributions, and service. Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. in Accounting and a demonstrated ability to teach in the areas of Accounting Information Systems (AIS) and/or Audit, incorporating data analytics and artificial intelligence into course content.

Skills

Candidates should have a strong background in accounting, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

Benefits

The salary, benefits, and support offered are competitive with other AACSB accredited schools. Tenure-track faculty members typically teach a 3:2 load.

Pay

The salary is competitive with other AACSB accredited schools.

Schedule

Tenure-track faculty members typically teach a 3:2 load.

Contact

Candidates for this position may be asked, at a later date, to provide the names and contact information for three references who will be asked to submit letters of recommendation. Review of applications will commence on July 15 and continue until the position is filled.

Please contact Professor Marshall Geiger or Professor Abdullah Kumas with any questions.

For more information on the Department of Accounting and its programs, please visit the Accounting website.