Assistant Professor (Accounting)

Position Overview
Washburn University’s Greg and Ronda Brenneman School of Business in Topeka, Kansas, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Accounting position beginning Fall 2025. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking business school faculty jobs in an AACSB-accredited program that emphasizes teaching excellence and inclusive education.

About the School
The Brenneman School of Business serves over 600 students across its BBA, MBA, and MAcc programs. The School is AACSB-accredited and offers a supportive academic environment with substantial teaching and research resources. In January 2027, the School will relocate to the newly renovated $43 million Advisors Excel Hall, a state-of-the-art academic facility.

Teaching & Research Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate accounting courses, which may include Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Intermediate Accounting I & II, and specialized courses aligned with your expertise.
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Engage in scholarly research and contribute to service activities consistent with AACSB standards.
• Participate in professional development supported by the School, including access to financial databases, software, travel funding, and summer research opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Accounting (ABD candidates considered if the degree is completed within the first year).
• Demonstrated teaching experience in accounting.
• Academic and professional qualifications aligned with AACSB accreditation.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching practices that support diverse learners.
• Official academic transcripts required at time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching intermediate and advanced accounting or tax courses.
• Familiarity with accounting information systems.
• Interest in teaching accounting-related data analytics.

About Washburn University
Washburn is a student-centered public university located in the capital city of Topeka. With a student body of over 5,500, including a large population of first-generation and Pell-eligible students, Washburn offers a transformative educational experience. The university fosters inclusive excellence and emphasizes high-impact teaching and mentorship.

About Topeka
Topeka is home to several Fortune 500 companies and a growing financial and insurance sector, including Goodyear, Walmart, Colgate-Palmolive, and Advisors Excel. With its affordable cost of living, active cultural scene, and strong community spirit, Topeka is a welcoming place to live and work.

Application Instructions
Submit your application online and upload the following as a single PDF to the “additional document” field:

• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student/peer evaluations)
• Recent scholarly or professional work
• Contact information for three professional references

For questions about the position, contact:
Jim Martin, Snyder Professor of Business
Search Committee Chair
Email: jim.martin@washburn.edu

Background Check Required

Equal Opportunity Statement
Washburn University is an EOE. The university is committed to equal access and opportunity in employment and education regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or marital/parental status. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who will contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Important Note
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