Assistant Professor

  • Lincoln
  • University Of Nebraska

Position Information

Working Title Assistant Professor
Department School of Accountancy-1029
Requisition Number F_240111
Posting Open Date 08/09/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 10/01/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
The School of Accountancy invites applications for a tenure track appointment at the Assistant Professor rank beginning August 2025. The successful candidate will be expected to publish research in "A" level accounting or closely related discipline journals. All areas of teaching and research interest will be considered; however, our primary teaching needs are tax, data analytics, and financial accounting. Salary, benefits, and research support are very competitive and consistent with other Big Ten Universities.

About the School of Accountancy

The School of Accountancy (see https://business.unl.edu/academic-programs/departments/accounting/ ) has 11 tenured or tenure-track faculty and 6 Professors of Practice. It provides a very collegial environment for research and teaching.

About the College of Business

The College of Business drives discovery, creates opportunity, and empowers its more than 4,300 students to lead the future of business. Programs include 12 undergraduate majors, numerous graduate programs - including our highly-ranked online MBA@Nebraska, three master of science degrees, and two Ph.D. programs. Established in 1913, it is the only doctorate-granting business college in Nebraska. Howard L. Hawks Hall, located at 14th and Vine Streets, has been home to the college since 2017. Hawks Hall features interactive learning in state-of-the-art classrooms, cutting-edge technology, and one-stop student support services, including free one-on-one tutoring and coaching. For more information, visit https://business.unl.edu/ .

About Lincoln, Nebraska

Home to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the city of Lincoln consistently ranks among the highest U.S. cities for livability thanks to a low cost of living, great schools, and friendly, community-minded residents. Set amidst a big sky and open landscape, the state's capital city is simple to navigate with a nationally noted low crime rate, a wide range of housing choices, and a reliable public transit system. As one of the fastest growing metro areas in the Midwest, Lincoln boasts a growing technology sector, more parkland per capita than all but a few U.S. cities, an extensive bike trail network, and numerous options for recreational and personal interest activities. It's easy to feel at home here. Visit https://go.unl.edu/connections , www.lincoln.org , and www.lcoc.com/meet-lincoln for more information about Lincoln.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination .

Minimum Required Qualifications

  • Ph.D. degree in accounting or a related area from an AACSB -accredited institution by the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Teaching and research interest in tax, data analytics, and/or financial accounting. All areas of interest will be considered.
  • Interest in being an active member of a rich academic community.

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
Criminal History Background Check Required No
Posted Salary
How to Apply
Click "Apply for this job" and complete the faculty information form. Attach the following documents:
  1. A letter of interest.
  2. A curriculum vitae.
  3. Contact information for at least three references.
  4. One document containing samples of academic works and evidence of teaching experience and ability. Attach as "Other Document."

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
For specific questions about the position, please email Search Committee Chair Tony Kang at tkang2@unl.edu .

Job Category
Job Category (old) Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading
Job Type 9 Month
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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Required Documents
Required Documents
  1. Letter of Interest
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. List of References
  4. Other Document
Optional Documents