What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Instructor or Assistant Professor position at George Mason University?
- 10004380
- Fairfax, VA
- Instructional Faculty
- Opening on: Aug 13 2026
Department: Costello College of Business
Classification: 9-month Instructional Faculty
Job Category: Instructional Faculty
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: On Site Required
Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
About the Department:
The Donald G. Costello College of Business at George Mason University is one of the largest business schools in Virginia, and is located near Washington, D.C., in Arlington and Fairfax, and at George Mason's global campus in Incheon, South Korea. The college's AACSB-accredited business and accounting curricula prepare undergraduate and graduate students from the U.S. and across the globe for career success in business and government. Its research-based faculty and focus on multi-disciplinary academic programs, inclusive entrepreneurship, modular education, experiential learning, and corporate partner engagement are transforming the landscape of business education and workforce development.Learn more atbusiness.gmu.edu.
Accounting is one of the six areas of the Costello College of Business. The Accounting Area has diverse research and teaching interests. We offer a vibrant, ambitious, and collegial research and teaching community. Research is highly valued in the area and at the school. At present, there are 22 full-time faculty members in the area. The Accounting Area faculty has published in many of the premier accounting journals including The Accounting Review, Journal of Accounting Research, Journal of Accounting and Economics, Contemporary Accounting Research, and Review of Accounting Studies, as well as other top journals.
About the Position:
The Senior Instructor or Assistant Professor teaches courses in undergraduate and graduate programs effectively and positively contributes to the academic environment. The Senior Instructor or Assistant Professor also provides service to the Accounting Area, the Costello College of Business, the University, the profession, and interfaces with students and the business community. This is a full-time position with benefits. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Candidates should demonstrate an established record of teaching effectiveness, including a commitment to course design, supporting and engaging students, and continued faculty growth as regards pedagogy. Candidates should also demonstrate consistent and clear evidence of collegiality and collaboration and be willing to contribute to various areas of service at Costello.
Responsibilities:
- Teaches accounting courses in undergraduate and/or graduate programs. The teaching load for this position is determined according to the College's workload policy;
- Provides service to the Accounting Area, the Costello College of Business, the University, and the profession, such as academic community engagement, student mentoring, committee membership, and interfacing with the business community; and
- Be invested as a team member in helping colleagues and the college further our collective goals.
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in accounting or a related field;
- Significant teaching experience in both face-to-face and online spaces and ability to create materials, support existing programs, and teach stand-alone courses;
- Extensive professional experience in accounting or related roles;
- Ability to teach Intermediate Accounting and other accounting courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels;
- Collegiality and ability to work well with colleagues; and
- CPA Certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD or equivalent in Accounting from an AACSB-accredited institution; and
- Professional certification in accounting area other than CPA (e.g., CMA, CIA, CISA).
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for Senior Instructor or Assistant Professor at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Letter of Intent/Cover Letter and CV with summaries of teaching evaluations for the recent years.
Posting Open Date: August 13, 2026
For Full Consideration, Apply by: October 4, 2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.