Clinical Assistant Professor, School of Accountancy

The Crews School of Accountancy at the University of Memphis invites applications for a full-time Clinical Assistant Professor of Accounting, effective Spring 2027. This is a non-tenure-track, academic-year (9-month), teaching-focused appointment. The successful candidate will provide high-quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels in both in-person and online formats.

Teaching strength in one or more of the following areas is preferred: taxation, financial accounting, governmental accounting, managerial accounting, business law, or a related area. The Crews School of Accountancy is the largest academic unit in the Fogelman College of Business and Economics and holds separate AACSB International accounting accreditation in addition to the College’s business accreditation.

The School offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in accounting and is committed to providing students with relevant and rigorous preparation for the accounting profession. For more information about the Crews School of Accountancy, visit https://www.memphis.edu/accountancy/ . Provide high-quality instruction in undergraduate and graduate accounting courses in both in-person and online formats.

Contribute to the School’s instructional needs in one or more areas, including taxation, financial accounting, governmental accounting, managerial accounting, business law, or a related area. Develop and maintain effective course materials. Support student learning, professional development, and academic success. Provide service to the School, College, and University.

Support student organizations, internship programs, and other student professional-development activities. Collaborate with faculty and, where appropriate, doctoral students on academic and scholarly activities. A master’s degree in accounting, taxation, or a closely related business field from an AACSB-accredited institution.

At least 18 graduate credit hours of accounting coursework. Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence. Ability to teach effectively in in-person and/or online formats. Ability to work collaboratively with students and faculty.

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching strength, academic preparation, or professional expertise in one or more of the following areas: taxation, financial accounting, governmental accounting, managerial accounting, business law, or a related area. A Master of Taxation (MTax), Master of Science in Taxation (MST), or comparable graduate degree in taxation.

A PhD or DBA in accounting or a closely related field, or ABD status with anticipated degree completion. Evidence of teaching effectiveness. Relevant professional accounting experience and/or professional certifications. Ability to collaborate with faculty and doctoral students on research or other scholarly activities.

This academic-year appointment offers competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience. Screening of applications will begin immediately and may continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position may be directed to: Dr. Kate Sorensen Search Committee Chair kbsrnsen@memphis.

edu Appointment will be based on qualifications as they relate to the requirements and needs of the position. Application Materials Applicants should submit the following materials online: Cover letter outlining qualifications and interests; Detailed curriculum vitae; Statement of teaching philosophy; Evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as a summary of recent teaching evaluations; Unofficial transcripts; and Contact information for three professional references.