Assistant Professor of Accounting

The Dolan School of Business at Fairfield University invites applications for one tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the Accounting Department, beginning Fall 2027 and subject to budget approval.

About the role

Candidates must have/be near completion of a terminal degree. Professional certification in accounting is required. All teaching and research areas will be considered. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to innovation and demonstrated excellence in using technology in the classroom, and quality research.

Focus Area

Fairfield University is a Jesuit, Catholic institution, located in the scenic shoreline community of Fairfield, CT, one hour from New York City along Long Island Sound. Fairfield University earned the #28 spot for Best Undergraduate Teaching among national universities and was the highest-ranked institution among the 60 schools moving into U.S. News & World Report’s Best National Universities ranking for the first time in 2023. The Dolan School of Business at Fairfield University is AACSB International accredited and is ranked among U.S. News’ and Princeton Review’s best undergraduate and graduate on-campus business schools.

Requirements

The Accounting undergraduate program is ranked #17 by U.S. News and World Report. The Dolan School of Business educates approximately 52% of the University’s undergraduate students and 27% of the University’s graduate students.

Qualifications

All teaching and research areas will be considered. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to innovation and excellence in using technology in the classroom, and quality research.

Skills

Professional certification in accounting is required. Candidates must have/be near completion of a terminal degree.

Benefits

The salary and benefits for the position are competitive.

Pay

Competitive

Schedule

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Benefits

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Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately. First round interviews will take place at the 2026 American Accounting Association Meeting, AAA Global Connect, August 1-5, in Las Vegas and via Zoom. Please click the link below and upload the following materials.

• Full applications require: cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• reprints of published work or writing sample of current research
• statement of teaching philosophy and teaching evaluations (if available)
• two letters of reference (these can be submitted later)

Application link

Questions can be directed to Prof. Dana Nugent, Search Committee Chair at dnugent@fairfield.edu.