Assistant or Associate Professor of Accounting (Tenure-Track)
Department of Accounting, Finance, and Economics – Tarleton State University
Tarleton State University invites applications from exceptionally qualified candidates for a 9‑month tenure-track position in Accounting at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Based on our main campus in Stephenville, Texas—with a potential summer appointment subject to need and funding—the successful candidate will help shape the future of our vibrant academic community.
The successful candidate will:
Excellence in Teaching & Service (60%)
• Develop and deliver engaging lectures, seminars, and laboratory sessions for undergraduate and/or graduate students—including general education courses.
• Design comprehensive course syllabi, select high-quality instructional materials, and create diverse assessments (exams, quizzes, papers, etc.).
• Evaluate student performance through timely feedback and learning outcome assessments, using results to refine curricula.
• Foster an active learning environment that promotes critical thinking, collaborative discussions, and hands-on learning.
• Provide academic support through regular office hours, mentoring, and individualized guidance.
• Adhere to university policies, uphold academic integrity, and meet accreditation standards.
• Incorporate innovative teaching methods, emerging technologies, and progressive pedagogies.
• Collaborate with colleagues and staff on course coordination, resource sharing, and program development.
• Participate in institutional service—including committee work, student and faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new or part-time faculty.
Research, Scholarship & Creative Activity (40%)
• Maintain a dynamic research agenda that contributes original knowledge or creative expression in the field of Accounting.
• Publish scholarly work, present findings at professional conferences, and contribute to your discipline’s national or international impact.
• Demonstrate potential to secure external funding and attain professional recognition.
• Academic Credentials: Earned doctorate or terminal degree in Accounting from an AACSB‑accredited institution.
• Areas of Interest: Expertise or research focus in Analytics, Accounting Information Systems, and/or Tax.
• Professional Record: A distinguished record in teaching, research, and service that merits a tenured faculty appointment at the rank of Associate Professor. Tenure eligibility upon arrival or credit toward tenure will be determined based on your experience and professional achievements in line with Texas A&M System guidelines. (If applicable, tenure upon arrival will be granted pending final approval from The Texas A&M University System.)
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Additional Requirements: In-depth disciplinary knowledge adequate for graduate-level instruction and the ability to engage professionally and collegially with students, faculty, and staff.
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Submit your application online via Tarleton State University Jobs under job posting R-077103. The online application must include:
• A completed application form
• A Cover Letter/Letter of Interest addressing your qualifications
• A Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Contact information for at least three current professional references
• Unofficial transcripts
Note: All application fields must be completed. Incomplete submissions (e.g., “see resume” entries) will not be considered. Once submitted, you will not be able to make changes or add additional documents. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is Fall 2025. Official transcripts from each degree-granting institution must be received directly prior to a formal appointment.
A founding member of The Texas A&M System, Tarleton State University is breaking records in enrollment, research, scholarship, athletics, philanthropy, and community engagement. For over 125 years, we have been committed to providing accessible higher education that helps over 18,000 students grow academically, socially, and professionally. Our programs emphasize real-world learning to meet regional, state, and national needs.
Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, and we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive work environment.
We welcome your application and look forward to the possibility of you joining our innovative academic community.