Assistant/Assoc. Professor of Accounting

Position Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting

Department: Accounting & Management Information Systems

Position Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track

Salary: $90,000 annually

Application Period: February 24, 2025 – March 17, 2025

Start Date: Fall 2025

Institution: Coppin State University College of Business

Overview: Coppin State University's College of Business is seeking a dedicated and innovative individual for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in the Accounting Bachelor of Science program, commencing in Fall 2025. The ideal candidate will exhibit a strong commitment to teaching excellence, curriculum development, research, and service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching: Deliver 12 credit hours of undergraduate accounting courses per semester, including Accounting Information Systems, Governmental Accounting, and introductory financial and managerial accounting, through various modalities (in-person, online, hybrid).
• Program Development: Enhance the accounting program's visibility by building relationships with industry professionals and integrating practical experiences into the curriculum.
• Curriculum Assessment: Continuously evaluate and update course content to ensure graduates meet current employment standards in the accounting field.
• Advising and Mentorship: Provide academic guidance to students and support student organizations.
• Research: Engage in scholarly research within the accounting discipline, aiming for publication and presenting findings at relevant conferences and workshops.
• Service: Participate actively in departmental, college, and university committees, contributing to the institution's interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Grant Writing: Assist in securing external and internal funding to support departmental projects and research endeavors.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Accounting (Ph.D. or DBA) or an MBA/MS in Accounting with a relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CMA, CISA).
• Proficiency in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Competence in accounting software such as Intuit QuickBooks, Sage Business Cloud Accounting, and AccountEdge Pro.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior academic teaching experience or a minimum of three years of industry experience in the private sector.
• Demonstrated research experience in accounting.
• Recent doctoral graduates are encouraged to apply.

Employment Conditions:

• Compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, requiring verification of identity and employment authorization.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes equity.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their application materials by March 17, 2025. For assistance with the online application system or to request reasonable accommodations during the pre-employment process, please contact Human Resources at AskHR@coppin.edu or call 410-951-3666.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Coppin State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status, or veteran status. For more information regarding your rights under the law, please refer to the EEOC "Know Your Rights" poster.

Note: Information in this announcement is subject to change due to typographical errors, omissions, or institutional restructuring and funding adjustments.