Assistant Professor of Accounting

Posting Details

Position Information


Job Title
Assistant Professor of Accounting


Department
School of Accounting


Essential Functions


The School of Accounting (SoA) in the College of Business Administration at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Auditing to begin in Spring 2027 or August 2027. Applicants should demonstrate expertise in auditing, data analytics, and the application of emerging technologies, including AI, in assurance and financial reporting contexts. Current and future undergraduate and Master of Accounting (MAcc) programs require sustained coverage in auditing, accounting analytics, and technology-enabled assurance to meet evolving workforce demands and align with institutional priorities in innovation and digital transformation.

The new hire will teach undergraduate and MAcc courses in auditing while contributing to the development of specialized coursework that integrates AI, data analytics, and emerging technologies into the accounting curriculum. This position will play a key role in advancing innovative curricular initiatives designed to position UNO as a leader in accounting education within the state of Nebraska.

The new hire will be expected to maintain an active research agenda in auditing or related areas. A focused research stream will enhance the SoA's academic reputation, support industry engagement, and create opportunities for collaboration with practitioners and interdisciplinary partners. The new hire will support long-term capacity building through sustained scholarship, curriculum development, and student mentorship.

UNO is a Carnegie doctoral/research institution with a strong metropolitan mission. The College of Business Administration maintains AACSB accreditation, and the School of Accounting maintains AACSB supplemental accounting accreditation. The new hire will join a collegial, research-active department dedicated to high-quality scholarship, teaching excellence, and community engagement.

The School of Accounting delivers undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students for careers in public accounting, industry, and government. The curriculum emphasizes technical competence, ethical decision-making, and adaptability in a rapidly changing profession. Faculty engage with industry partners through applied research, professional outreach, and experiential learning initiatives, consistent with the strategic priorities of UNO and the University of Nebraska System.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employee based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/a political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.

Work Schedule

Additional Duties
• Teach core undergraduate and graduate courses in accounting, auditing, and related areas.
• Maintain an active research agenda in auditing or related fields that support AACSB scholarly academic (SA) qualification.
• Provide service to the department, college, university, and profession.
• Support UNO's metropolitan mission through community partnerships, applied research, and engagement with regional industry.

Required Qualifications


(1) PhD with specialization in accounting or taxation (ABDs considered), or combination of graduate degrees in law and accounting (one degree must be terminal)

(2) Evidence of the potential for teaching excellence in accounting

(3) Clearly defined research agenda and evidence of interest in and ability to conduct high-quality research.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; stands, reaches, walks. See, hear, speak and use of hands.

Work Environment


Classroom/office. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.

Salary
Salary is competitive and commensurate with skills and experience.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
2026F-00136


Open Date

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants

Important Application Instructions:
Apply online only. Email submissions will not be accepted. For a complete application, submit the following materials directly through the UNO website:
1. Cover Letter (including descriptions of teaching interests and research agenda)
2. Curriculum Vitae (including contact information for three references)
3. Job Market Paper (uploaded as a Portfolio document)
4. Evidence of teaching effectiveness or potential (including course evaluation if applicant has teaching experience)

The Search Committee will begin review of applications on August 17, 2026. If the initial pool of applications needs to be expanded, applications received after the review date may be considered. Inquiries may be directed to View email address on click.appcast.io.