Assistant Professor

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School’s Accounting Group in Cambridge is seeking one tenure-track faculty at the junior level, effective July 1, 2027 , or as soon thereafter as possible. Outstanding senior level applicants will also be considered. We stress high research potential or achievement; faculty responsibilities include conducting original scholarly research in accounting or related topics, teaching introductory accounting as well as more specialized courses at the graduate and undergraduate level.

The pay range for a 9-month academic appointment at the entry-level Assistant Professor rank (excluding summer salary): $225,000 – $254,000. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.

These factors impact where an individual’s pay falls within a range. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including verifying any finding of misconduct (or pending investigation) from prior employers.

Applicants must possess a PhD in Accounting or a related field by the start of employment.

Candidates with zero to three years’ experience in a higher education teaching position are considered junior candidates and may apply at this link: apply.interfolio.com/190773 , while those who are tenured or being considered for tenure at another institution are considered Senior candidates and may apply at: apply.interfolio.

com/193409 . Please ensure that you apply using the appropriate application link, so your application is reviewed under the correct position Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, writing sample, and if a junior candidate, three letters of recommendation. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis; the submission deadline is November 15, 2026.

Applications and questions should be addressed to: Associate Professor Andrew Sutherland (ags1@mit.edu) Chair, Accounting Group Search Committee