Upstate New York HERC

Assistant Teaching Professor Accounting

The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor of Accounting beginning August 2026. This is a non-tenure-track teaching position with a renewable three-year term.



This position is a strategic addition to the Lubin School of Accounting, designed to strengthen the School's ability to meet student demand across a range of high-impact accounting courses, including financial and managerial accounting, cost, analytics, and technology. The successful candidate will help ensure continuity in required courses while contributing new ideas and expertise in emerging areas that enhance student career preparation and CPA readiness.



The teaching load for this position is seven courses per academic year (typically three in one semester and four in the other). The faculty member will report to Craig Nichols, Chair of the Lubin School of Accounting.



Responsibilities

• Teach a seven-course annual load across undergraduate and graduate levels (typically three in one semester and four in the other).
  
• Develop and deliver CPA-relevant content and support initiatives that link accounting theory, analytics, and professional practice.
• Collaborate with faculty to innovate the accounting curriculum.
  
• Engage in student mentoring and advising, participate in departmental and school service, and contribute to Whitman's mission of experiential, career-ready education.

Qualifications



Required:

• Master's degree in Accounting or a closely related field.
  
• Evidence of teaching excellence in upper-level accounting courses.

Preferred:

• Ph.D. in Accounting or a closely related discipline.
  
• Professional certification (CPA, CMA, CISA, or equivalent).
  
• Industry or public accounting experience connecting technology and professional practice.
  
• A demonstrated passion for teaching and student success.

About the Department



The Lubin School of Accounting prepares students for CPA success and leadership careers through a curriculum that combines accounting rigor with analytics and applied technology. Faculty are deeply engaged in student mentoring, experiential learning, and partnerships with employers, helping Whitman graduates thrive in public accounting, corporate finance, and consulting roles.



About the Whitman School



Whitman is in a period of significant transformation, with a renewed emphasis on innovation, experiential learning, and real-world impact. Its upward trajectory includes expanding corporate partnerships, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and new technology-driven approaches to business education. The School's accounting and analytics programs are nationally recognized, reflecting Whitman's commitment to student success and professional relevance.



Application Instructions



For full consideration, candidates must apply online at www.sujobopps.com (Job # 078722) and attach the following documents.

• Cover letter including a statement of teaching philosophy
  
• Curriculum vitae
  
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., course evaluations, sample syllabi)
  
• Three professional references

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.



For more information about the department, please see https://whitman.syracuse.edu/academic-areas/accounting



For further information about the position, please write to Craig Nichols at dcnichol@syr.edu



To apply directly go to https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/112724





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