Assistant Professor of Business

POSITION SUMMARY: Date application must be received for priority consideration by: November 13, 2026 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: September 16, 2027 Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled: Job Family Group: Faculty Division/Department: School of Business, Business Compensation Range: $68,156 - $72,330 (Assistant Professor YIR 1-4) commensurate with experience in a comparable faculty appointment and according to the SOU faculty collective bargaining agreement Faculty Classification of Instruction Programs (CIP) Code anticipated: 52.03, Accounting and Related Services FLSA Status: Exempt Appointment Basis: 9 month Time Type: Full-time Benefits Eligible: Yes Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration: Renewable This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes Work Location Type: On Campus Worker Status: Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship For inquiries and additional information, please contact: Human Resource Services via email at View email address on click.appcast.io or by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io. To view SOU's very generous benefits and pension programs available to eligible positions, please visit Our benefits package is an important complement to the offered salary and our Total Compensation Calculator, demonstrates our value and commitment to our employees. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The School of Business and Economics at Southern Oregon University (SOU) is seeking candidates for two full-time, nine-month, tenure-track, Assistant Professors in Accounting. Teaching responsibilities include three accounting or related business courses per term at the undergraduate and graduate levels both in-person and online. Other responsibilities include advising, curriculum development, service to the department/university, research, professional affiliations as appropriate, and other responsibilities as assigned. We offer excellent comprehensive health and retirement benefits. The start date is September 2027 and the position will be open until filled with priority deadline of November 13, 2026. Southern Oregon University is a public liberal arts institution of approximately 2,000 undergraduate and 250 graduate students. The surrounding area is known for cultural offerings such as the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Ashland International Film Festival, and the Britt Music Festival. The region is noted for its unparalleled biodiversity and the university lies in close proximity to the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument. The Rogue Valley is renowned for outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and biking. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Initial appointment at the rank of assistant professor requires a CPA, Master's in a related field, and 5 years of related experience in the field of Accounting Applicants should have at least one year of experience teaching in higher education Applicants should provide documented evidence of teaching excellence and scholarly activities PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to candidates with a doctoral degree in accounting or related field Prior teaching in higher education, advising, and mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students Membership in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) or another relevant professional organization Experience teaching online courses ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (100%) The primary responsibilities of all faculty members are: teaching, professional development, and service. Teaching encompasses normal instructional activities beyond the teaching of assigned courses such as academic advising, working with students outside of class, posting and maintaining appropriate off #J-18808-Ljbffr sou