Tippie College of Business

Instructional-Track Faculty Position(s) in Accounting

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Department of Accounting

The Position

The Department of Accounting within the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa invites applications for one non-tenure Instructional Track Faculty Position in Accounting at the levels of Assistant Professor of Instruction or Practice, Associate Professor of Instruction or Practice, or Full Professor of Instruction or Practice starting Spring 2027. Rank will be based on experience and record of achievement. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. Position may range from 50% time (teaching 4 classes/year) to 100% time (teaching 8 classes/year) and include a 1-7 year contract, determined by rank and experience, with benefits. For more information about the Instructional Faculty policy, refer to the Policy Manual 10.6(3).

The College

Since 1847, the Tippie College of Business has cultivated a legacy of innovation, thought leadership, and excellence in business education. We have nearly 6,000 students within undergraduate, graduate, and PhD programs spanning seven academic departments—accounting, business analytics, economics, finance, risk management and insurance, marketing, and management and entrepreneurship. We are eight centers and institutes, and four student-managed endowment funds. We’re over 61,000 alumni—and growing. Tippie is regularly listed in top business school rankings. We also hold the gold standard of accreditations, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), and have maintained the accreditation for over 95 years (since 1923).

But who we are is not just in the curriculum we curate—it’s also in the community we create. Our leadership embraces our responsibility to pursue academic excellence within a welcoming environment where every student can thrive. More than 150 years after our founding, we continue to be a place where students can grow and flourish in their professional or academic careers.

The Department

Named one of the Top 50 undergraduate accounting programs by U.S. News & World Report, the Tippie Department of Accounting boasts the 22nd highest CPA pass rate in the country. With PhD alumni teaching around the world, the impact of this department stretches far and wide.

A Supportive Environment

The University offers several benefits to support faculty in achieving a healthy work/life balance including domestic partner benefits, family caregiving leave, flexible spending accounts for dependent care and health care. For more information about local work/life resources, including dual-career support, please see: https://worklife.uiowa.edu/.

The University of Iowa’s status as a premier research university depends on the robust exchange of ideas. As we enhance the breadth and depth of our perspectives, we are better able to fulfill our mission to explore, discover, create, and engage. Thus, we are committed to supporting every Hawkeye’s pursuit of excellence. Our ability to foster a welcoming and respectful environment for all who join the UI family will determine our collective success.

Discover More

About the Department of Accounting and its PhD Program.

See what the department looks like today and learn about the faculty and current PhD students.

About Tippie

See what makes the Tipple College of Business stand out from the rest.

About the University of Iowa

Learn more about one of the nation's premier public research institutions.

About Iowa City

Food, nightlife, music, culture, art, recreation, and that Midwestern welcoming you've heard about.

Application Instructions

Please submit your materials by using the University of Iowa online job application system at http://jobs.uiowa.edu/jobSearch/faculty/.  Click on the listings for Tippie College of Business and select requisition 76032.

Applicants should submit:

1. Cover letter


2. Curriculum vita


3. Statement of teaching interests


4. Three professional letters of recommendation (The applicant will provide the e-mail address of external reference writers on the application website).

Notice for Interfolio Users: We advise against using Interfolio Dossier for letters of recommendation, as our system is currently incompatible and using it will delay application review. Please provide direct email addresses for your references within our portal, or contact Megan Walker at megan-walker@uiowa.edu for assistance.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Inquiries 

Please direct general questions about the position to Professor Lisa Dutchik, Search Committee Chair, at lisa-dutchik@uiowa.edu, and questions about the application procedure to Megan Walker, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at megan-walker@uiowa.edu.

Additional Information

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation, including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment, and provide a related release. Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

If your H-1B petition is subject to the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will NOT cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage you to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. Our team is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu.

CPA, Masters or PhD in accounting or in a related field.

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  Evidence of successful teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level in accounting OR A demonstrated high level of competence in teaching through professional experience. The candidate must be able to teach courses in Financial Accounting and one other subject area (Managerial OR AI/Technology).

  
  


• Strong background in Accounting with industry experience (3-5 years).

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  Strong knowledge of financial and managerial accounting acquired through academic preparation, professional practice, or a combination of both.

  
  


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  Demonstrated ability to integrate emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), business analytics, and data visualization tools, into accounting instruction and curriculum development to prepare students for the evolving demands of the profession.

  
  


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  Skilled at communicating and collaborating across a broad range of cultural backgrounds and technical expertise.

  
  


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  Exceptional organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a dynamic environment.

  
  


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  Demonstrated ability to address complex or sensitive situations with professionalism, sound judgment, discretion, and fairness.

  
  


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  Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in teaching, learning, professional practice, or organizational effectiveness.

  
  


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  Ability to use technology effectively to support communication, instruction, data management, assessment, or project coordination.

  
  


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  Demonstrated ability to mentor, train, supervise, or support the development of others in professional or educational settings.

  
  


• Commitment to fostering student success through involvement in student organizations, mentoring, advising, recruitment, outreach, and other service activities, as well as flexibility to support instruction and program needs that may occur during evenings, weekends, or other nontraditional hours.