Assistant Teaching Professor in Accounting

Summary

Michigan Technological University's College of Business invites applicants for an Assistant Teaching Professor in Accounting.

The position requires the teaching of undergraduate and graduate courses in accounting/taxation, as well as maintaining a faculty status per AACSB standards (Scholarly Academic, Practice Academic, Scholarly Practitioner, Instructional Practitioner). The successful candidate will demonstrate teaching experience and/or expertise in taxation. Teaching experience in financial statement analysis and some background in assessment of learning are also highly desirable. A Masters degree is acceptable, while PhD, or JD, and candidates near completion of their PhD (ABD) are also encouraged to apply.

Michigan Tech attracts world-class faculty and staff who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a learning environment based on respect for all and academic excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities 

Teaching undergraduate and graduate accounting courses, maintaining a faculty status per AACSB standards, and significant involvement with teaching-focused service, including the management of assessment of learning activities at the College and contributing to activities that support the mission of growing the program.

Employees are expected to integrate safety practices into daily activities and commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work.

Required Education, Certifications, Licensures

Master's degree in accounting or taxation.

Required Experience

Teaching experience and/or experience in taxation.

Desirable Education and/or Experience

Ph.D. in Accounting or a related field or a J.D.
CPA, CMA, and/or other professional certification.
Two or more years of teaching experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

Ability to teach in both in-person and online modalities.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

Ability to teach in several areas of accounting
Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints.

Work Environment and/or Physical Demands

Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment

Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.

Required University Training:

• Employee Safety Overview

• Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training

• Annual Data Security Training 

• Annual Title IX Training

Background Check:

Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.

Other Conditions of Employment:

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. This is not an E-Verified Position.

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FLSA Status

Exempt

Appointment Term

9 months

Shift

Pay Rate/Salary

Title of Position Supervisor

College Dean

Posting Type

Dependent on Funding

Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates will need to submit the following documents:
? Cover Letter
? Curriculum Vitae
? A one-page summary statement describing teaching philosophy and tax expertise

We strongly encourage applicants to address the required and desired qualifications in their cover letter along with an explanation of how they will contribute to the Vision and Mission of Michigan Tech.

Applicants will be asked for the names and contact information of three professional references as part of the application.

Additional Information

The College of Business provides an AACSB-accredited curriculum in our undergraduate and graduate business programs. In alignment with the Michigan Tech Strategic Plan, the College of Business provides real-world business development experiences for our future business leaders. Please visit https://www.mtu.edu/business/ for more information about the College of Business.

The accounting program within the College of Business offers an undergraduate degree in Accounting with a concentration in Data Analytics, a master of science degree in Accounting and Analytics, as well as graduate certificates in Accounting Analytics and Forensic Examination. Our accounting faculty focuses on creating a contemporary, applied learning environment which prepares our graduates to make immediate contributions in a professional work environment. Please visit https://www.mtu.edu/business/graduate/accounting/ for more information.

Michigan Technological University, one of the four major research universities in the State of Michigan, is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula adjacent to Lake Superior. The community offers a small-town environment with outstanding four-season recreational opportunities. Michigan Tech is located in Houghton, MI on the south shore of Lake Superior.

Michigan Tech recognizes the importance of supporting faculty members’ partners; candidates selected for on-campus interviews will be invited to bring a guest.