What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant or Associate Professor of Accountancy position at University of North Carolina Wilmington?
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.
Application materials should include:
- Cover Letter (please address this letter to Dr. Kevin Hale, chair of the search committee, and specify how you meet the minimum requirements / preferred qualifications for this position, etc.)
- Curriculum Vita
- Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (if available)
- Please note that a minimum of three professional references are required for all applications. References will be requested during the screening process. If ABD, at the time of application, one reference must be from the Dissertation chair.
The representatives from the Department of Accountancy and Business Law will be available at the AAA annual meeting in Chicago for informational meetings with the interested candidates. If interested, please email your CV to Dr. Kevin Hale, Chair of the Search Committee, at halek@uncw.edu
Assistant or Associate Professor of Accountancy
External Link to Posting
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/36682
College
Cameron School Business - 312 College
Dept/School
Accountancy and Business Law - 31240
Vacancy Number
16F-702
Position Number
549
Location of Workplace
Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The Department of Accountancy and Business Law at the University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor beginning Fall 2026.
The primary responsibilities for this position include excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in accounting, conducting scholarly activities that result in high-quality, peer-reviewed publications, and service to advance the mission of the department, school, university, and the academy. Instructional duties include teaching five classes per academic year.
Accountancy and Business Law faculty members are also expected to engage with the professional community by participating in periodic department-sponsored events and activities related to recruitment and placement of accounting graduates. A research-active faculty should expect to maintain a five-course load per academic year
The primary responsibilities for this position include excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in accounting, conducting scholarly activities that result in high-quality, peer-reviewed publications, and service to advance the mission of the department, school, university, and the academy. Instructional duties include teaching five classes per academic year.
Accountancy and Business Law faculty members are also expected to engage with the professional community by participating in periodic department-sponsored events and activities related to recruitment and placement of accounting graduates. A research-active faculty should expect to maintain a five-course load per academic year
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
- Ph.D. in Accounting or a related field. NOTE: Applicants with earned degrees will be given preference. ABD’s will be considered; however, PHD must be conferred by August 1, 2026, to be eligible for employment.
- ABD candidates with a Ph.D. conferred by August 1, 2026, can anticipate an initial appointment as Assistant Professor.
- Selected candidates with a Ph.D. nearly completed (ABD, not conferred by August 1, 2026) can anticipate an initial appointment as Lecturer at a reduced salary for a one-year fixed-term appointment. Degree verification must be provided before the end of the one-year fixed-term contract, and the candidate will be appointed to the rank of assistant professor with commensurate compensation beginning July 1 of the following academic year.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Department of Accountancy and Business Law at UNCW is seeking an innovative and dynamic individual with a proven track record in teaching different accounting courses at the undergraduate and master’s levels. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of accounting professionals by envisioning new programs, embracing a growth mindset, and demonstrating a deep understanding of the accounting profession.
Preference will be given to candidates with
- Experience teaching courses in various aspects of accounting information systems and analytics, as well as core accounting courses
- Relevant professional licenses and/or certifications (i.e., CPA, CMA, CISA, etc.)
- Experience teaching at the collegiate level, preferably in both face-to-face and online environments
- Relevant professional experience in industry or public accounting
Required Certifications or Licensure
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Department of Accountancy and Business Law offers a concentration in Accountancy in the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, a minor in Accountancy and Business Law, and the Master of Science in Accountancy degree. The Master of Science in Accountancy program enrolls an annual cohort of 40-60 students and achieves over 95% placement upon graduation. The Department also offers courses in Accounting and Business Law in the MBA program and is home to an active chapter of Beta Alpha Psi, an honor organization for financial information students and professionals.
College/School Information
UNCW boasts a beautiful 661-acre wooded campus with approximately 16,500 students and is one of the fastest growing institutions in the University of North Carolina system. The Cameron School of Business is AACSB accredited and serves more than 2200 business majors, including graduate students in the PMBA, EMBA, M.S. in Accounting, International MBA, M.S in Business Analytics, M.S. in Finance and Investments, and M.S. in Computer Science and Information Systems programs.
The Wilmington metropolitan area comprises approximately 225,000 people and features a thriving port, business community, and tourism industry. Bordered by both the Atlantic Ocean and the Cape Fear River, Wilmington offers the best in coastal living.
The Wilmington metropolitan area comprises approximately 225,000 people and features a thriving port, business community, and tourism industry. Bordered by both the Atlantic Ocean and the Cape Fear River, Wilmington offers the best in coastal living.
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
EEO Statement
UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings
Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants
Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.
Application materials should include:
- Cover Letter (please address this letter to Dr. Kevin Hale, chair of the search committee, and specify how you meet the minimum requirements / preferred qualifications for this position, etc.)
- Curriculum Vita
- Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (if available)
- Please note that a minimum of three professional references are required for all applications. References will be requested during the screening process. If ABD, at the time of application, one reference must be from the Dissertation chair.
The representatives from the Department of Accountancy and Business Law will be available at the AAA annual meeting in Chicago for informational meetings with the interested candidates. If interested, please email your CV to Dr. Kevin Hale, Chair of the Search Committee, at halek@uncw.edu
Position Type
Permanent
Job Posting Date
06/25/2025
Job Close Date
09/15/2025
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vita
- Teaching Evaluation 1
- List of 3 Professional References
- Other
