What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate/Professor in Accounting position at University of Utah Healthcare?
Posting Details
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Position Information Proposed Faculty Rank Open Department 00041 - Accounting Department City Salt Lake City, UT Track Tenure Track New Position to Begin 7/1/2026 Details The School of Accounting at the University of Utah David Eccles School of Business seeks to fill two tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Accounting, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. We welcome candidates from all areas of research specialization.Minimum qualifications include a PhD or DBA in Accounting (or related field) and a strong commitment to excellence in accounting research and teaching. Rank-appropriate academic service is expected, and we especially value individuals who will contribute positively to the School’s climate.
Applications should include a cover letter, research statement, teaching statement, curriculum vitae, research sample(s), teaching evaluations (if available), and a list of three professional references (names and e-mail addresses). For full consideration, applications should be submitted by November 15, 2025; however, review will continue until the position(s) is (are) filled.
The University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, a metropolitan area of about 1.3 million residents at the base of the Wasatch Mountains. This setting offers outstanding access to outdoor recreation, from the Rocky Mountains to the red rock country of the Colorado Plateau, as well as numerous nearby national forests, national parks, and world-class ski resorts. Salt Lake City also features a vibrant arts and cultural scene, along with an international airport.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:
https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
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