Full-Time, nine-month, tenure track position in the Department of Accounting & Finance in the area of Accounting | AY 2027-2028

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Labovitz School of Business and Economics (LSBE) at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure track, faculty position in the area of Accounting at the Instructor/Assistant Professor level, beginning Fall 2027.

The successful candidate will have responsibilities in teaching, research, and service. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate core and elective courses. The teaching load is governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the University of Minnesota Board of Regents and the University Education Association (UEA) and is currently five sections, or 15 credits, per academic year for research-active faculty. LSBE courses are typically delivered in person, and the School values opportunities for faculty to engage with industry through teaching, research, and applied projects.

The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a high-quality, impactful research program that produces scholarship publishable in peer-reviewed journals and contributes meaningfully to the discipline, professional practice, and/or society.

Service responsibilities will include advising undergraduate students, supporting a student organization, and contributing to the work of the department, School, University, community, and relevant professional organizations. As a place-based institution, LSBE values faculty presence on campus and expects faculty to participate actively and in person in the academic and collegial life of the School.

Required:

1. Candidates must be ABD (with their doctoral dissertation defended by December 1, 2027) from an accredited university with a curricular emphasis in the field of Accounting, or closely related field. The applicant must have completed a minimum of two years in residency during their program.
2. Candidates must have experience as instructor or teaching assistant of at least one college level course.
3. Effective communication skills.
4. Strong evidence of potential for scholarship. The applicant must demonstrate empirical research skills appropriate for, and commitment to, developing a research stream in the field of Accounting.

Preferred:

1. PhD or DBA from a school/college accredited by AACSB, EQUIS, or AMBA, with a curricular emphasis in the field of Accounting.
2. Experience independently teaching multiple elective courses in Accounting or closely related fields, at the undergraduate or graduate level.
3. Experience or interest in teaching and / or research in the areas of Auditing, Assurance or Forensic Accounting.
4. Full-time high level industry work experience. High level experience is defined as holding a position with significant operational decision-making and/or managerial oversight authority.
5. Experience teaching courses with community embedded student projects.
6. Published in peer-reviewed journals in the Accounting area.
7. Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or other relevant certifications.
8. Demonstrated interpersonal skills necessary to effectively fulfill service responsibilities to students, colleagues, the department, school, campus, and community.
9. Demonstrated ability to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) related topics and/or tools in teaching that enhance discipline specific industry applications.

ABOUT LSBE:

The Labovitz School of Business and Economics (LSBE) is AACSB-International accredited and housed in a state-of-the-art building. Approximately 1,600 undergraduate and graduate students are enrolled in the school's programs. There are approximately 50 full-time faculty members in four academic departments: Accounting and Finance, Economics and Health Care Management, Management Studies, and Marketing. The School offers a Bachelor of Accounting, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Arts in Economics, and MBA degrees. Regional outreach is accomplished primarily through the Bureau of Business and Economic Research activities. Additional information about the School and its programs can be found on LSBE's website at http://lsbe.d.umn.edu

Duluth, a vibrant city of approximately 88,000 residents, is located at the western tip of beautiful Lake Superior. The city is home to the Port of Duluth-Superior, the Great Lakes' largest port by tonnage, which welcomes more than 700 vessel visits and moves more than 35 million tons of cargo annually. Duluth is also a major tourism destination, attracting approximately 6.7 million visitors each year, and offers exceptional access to outdoor recreation, arts, culture, and year-round activities. The city serves as a regional center for health care, anchored by two major healthcare systems, and is home to a growing aviation and advanced manufacturing sector that includes Cirrus Aircraft. Duluth is served by its own commercial airport and is approximately a 2.5-hour drive from the Twin Cities metropolitan area. More information about Duluth can be found at www.visitduluth.com.

Pay Range: $130,000 - $140,000 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures
that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while
maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and
equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates
will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

Our employment system requires that attached documents be uploaded as PDFs to fully complete an application. Incomplete applications with missing required documents may not be reviewed.

Required:

1. Current resume/curriculum vitae [follow prompt for additional attachments after Resume section]. Include the following on your uploaded resume/curriculum vitae: If ABD, include the month and year of your dissertation proposal defense; if PhD or DBA, include the month and year of your dissertation defense.
2. Cover letter/letter of interest
3. Graduate transcripts (official or unofficial)

Encouraged, when available:

1. A summary of qualitative and quantitative student evaluations is encouraged when available. If you are submitting quantitative analysis, fully describe any scales used; for example, lowest possible score, highest possible score, and any preconstructed word interpretations of the numerical values (such as 4 = "Agree" or "Average") [attach as "Other"]

Visa sponsorship, including H-1B, may be considered for qualified candidates whose visa circumstances do not require payment of the $100k H-1B fee

The Screening Committee will begin its review of complete applications on October 26, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

Neil Wilmot, Chair-Screening Committee
Department of Accounting & Finance, Labovitz School of Business and Economics
360D LSBE, 1318 Kirby Drive
Duluth, MN 55812
Phone: 218-726-7439
Email: nwilmot@d.umn.edu

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University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.