Full-Time Accounting Faculty – IUGB, Côte d’Ivoire

Why Join IUGB?

Do you want your teaching and research to make a real difference?

At the International University of Grand-Bassam (IUGB), we believe education should solve real problems. Our mission is clear: prepare future leaders for Africa and the world.

We are building a young, innovative, and globally connected university. Faculty members at IUGB enjoy the chance to teach motivated students, shape new programs, and conduct research that matters on the ground.

If you enjoy impact, purpose, and growth, this role is for you.

Position Overview – Accounting Faculty

We are hiring full-time Accounting faculty to teach, research, and contribute to institutional growth.

We welcome scholars with strong academic training, clear research goals, and a passion for teaching in an African context. Multidisciplinary profiles are highly encouraged.

Courses You May Teach

Courses include, but are not limited to:

• Managerial Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Taxation
• Auditing and Assurance
• Forensic Accounting
• Accounting Information Systems
• Public Sector Accounting

Teaching may occur at the undergraduate, graduate, and executive levels.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching Excellence

You will:

• Design and teach engaging accounting courses
• Use clear examples and real cases
• Teach in-person and online formats
• Create lectures, slides, readings, and assignments
• Assess student work and give timely feedback
• Hold office hours and support students
• Use learning platforms and teaching technology
• Apply project-based learning and entrepreneurship
• Supervise internships and capstone projects

Teaching is central at IUGB. We value clarity, structure, and student success.

Research and Innovation

You will:

• Conduct impactful research linked to Africa
• Address real-world economic and business issues
• Publish in ranked journals (FNEGE, ABDC, ABS, FT-50)
• Seek external research funding
• Collaborate across disciplines
• Build links with industry and other universities

Your research should inform practice and policy. Why publish if no one can use it?

Service and Community Engagement

You will:

• Help develop academic programs
• Support curriculum design
• Participate in university service
• Contribute to local and professional communities

At IUGB, service is not an afterthought. It builds the institution.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Accounting or related field
• Strong university-level teaching record
• Peer-reviewed journal publications
• Experience with curriculum development
• Ability to pursue external funding
• Commitment to service and engagement
• Native-like fluency in English
• Familiarity with the U.S. higher education model

Experience Requirements

Essential:

• At least 2 years of university teaching in Africa
• At least two peer-reviewed publications
  • ABS Rank 3 or 4 (or two ABS Rank 2)

Highly Recommended:

• Teaching or study experience in an English-speaking country

Desirable:

• Industry or professional experience
• Professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, etc.)

Skills and Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is:

• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Passionate about teaching and mentoring
• Research-driven and curious
• Comfortable with technology
• Creative with learning materials
• Motivated to grow with a young institution

Do you enjoy building something meaningful from the ground up? We do too.

Application Instructions

Please email the following documents to:
📧 iugbhr@iugb.edu.ci

Include:

1. Cover letter (motivation + qualifications)
2. Detailed CV (courses, publications, referees)
3. Teaching evaluations or evidence
4. Graduate transcripts
5. Teaching philosophy
6. Research statement

Email Subject Line (Required):
BSS # 2025-01 – Accounting

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