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Job description
Organization
University of Minnesota Department of Accounting
Location
Posted
07 Aug 2026
Assistant/Associate Professor
Job Description & Qualification
About the Job
The University of Minnesota invites applications for two tenure-track positions at the Assistant or Associate level in the Accounting Department at the Minnesota Carlson School of Management. Candidates who conduct theory/analytical research or have teaching and research interests in the area of AI adoption and integration are preferred. The appointment will begin August 2027.
Faculty Responsibilities
The Accounting Faculty values intellectual and disciplinary diversity, collaboration, rigorous and inspiring research, strong scholarly ethics, and mutual respect. We seek an extraordinary colleague who will publish world-class scholarly research, effectively teach business-school courses at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels, and actively develop doctoral students.
Faculty will be responsible for conducting the teaching, research, and service mission of the department. Teaching assignments will be either at the undergraduate or graduate level. There is also the expectation of advising at the PhD level. On the research mission, faculty are expected to develop and maintain a research stream that will contribute to the accounting discipline. Finally, the faculty is expected to serve on department and collegiate committees.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree in accounting or a related discipline from a recognized research university prior to beginning employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates must demonstrate potential for teaching and research excellence, including publications in high-quality journals in accounting and related fields, and a strong commitment to serve the department, the school, and the profession. Preferred candidates will conduct theory/analytical research or be interested in researching and teaching in areas of AI adoption and integration.
About the Department
The Department of Accounting consists of eleven tenure-track faculty members committed to excellence in teaching and research. The tenure-track faculty teach accounting courses to undergraduate and masters’ level students, and accounting research seminars to PhD students. The faculty conducts empirical/archival and theoretical/analytical research in accounting and related disciplines.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range for this position is $250,000 - $290,000, depending on education/qualifications/experience.
Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
Position Type: Tenure Track Faculty
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
Benefits
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
About the Organization
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
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Worksite address
minneapolis, MN, 55400, US
Who can apply
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