Western Connecticut State University

Accounting - Instructor/Assistant Professor

Western Connecticut State University  •  $71k - $86k/yr  •  Danbury, CT (Onsite)  •  7 days ago
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Western Connecticut State University
Ancell School of Business
Accounting
Instructor/Assistant Professor, Non-Tenure Track
One-Year Special Appointment

  Academic Year 2026-2027
  Western Connecticut State University’s Ancell School of Business, an AACSB accredited School, is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for an Instructor/Assistant Professor, non tenure-track, one-year special appointment  for the Accounting Department.
  WCSU is committed to enhancing our diverse university community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA and BIPOC communities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. WCSU is honored to be awarded the federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). This accomplishment marks a pivotal moment in our progress toward fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our campus community.

The An cell S chool of Bu sin ess is com po sed of five bu si ness admin istration d epartm ent s Account ing, Finan ce, Mana gem ent, Mana gem ent In form ation S yste ms, Mark et ing. The d egre es o ff ered are Bach elor of Bu sin ess Admini stration ( BBA), Mast er of Busin ess Admini st rati on (MBA), Master of H ealthc are Admini st ration ( MHA) The accounting cur ri culum is d esi gn ed to p rovide the s tud ents with the kno wl edg e, skill s, and p ersp ect iv es n ecessary in m ana geri al and admini st rati ve po siti ons in a vari ety of o rg aniz ation s The Ancell School of Business is proud of its 2019 initial accreditation by the AACSB. Additional information may be found on: www.wcsu.edu/asb/acc Information on the University may be found at www.wcsu.edu

Qualifications: For appointment at the Instructor level, a master’s degree, CPA licensure, and substantial experience in accounting is required. For appointment at the Assistant Professor level a doctorate in accounting or an earned doctorate in a related field is required. ABDs in Accounting or in related fields considered. College teaching experience is preferred. Candidates should be professionally active and engaged in college / university service or   business/managerial experience is a plus. Areas of teaching include Financial, Managerial, Cost, Taxation, and Advanced Accounting. The teaching load is four classes/courses per semester, and the position requires attending other duties in the areas of student academic advising and service.

A candidate who does not meet the above standards may also be appointed provided the candidate has credentials and/or experience substantially comparable to the above experience.

WCSU is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from different backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for first-generation and under-represented groups. The successful candidate is expected to value and encourage all forms of diversity, including neurodiversity.

Salary & Benefits: The hiring salary range for Instructor is $71,317 - $76,192 and the hiring salary range for Assistant Professor is $80,713 - $86,231 and is commensurate upon candidates' experience. Please note: WCSU is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas at this time. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. WCSU offers a comprehensive benefits package. Faculty also have access to generous travel and/or research funds. Additional information on benefits can be found at www.wcsu.edu/hr/benefits/

Application Process: Interested applicants must submit a letter of application, which outlines interest in, and qualifications for the position; areas of teaching expertise and experience, areas of professional work in areas of service and leadership highlighting excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, and a statement of teaching philosophy; a current curriculum vita; and the names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references who can comment on the applicant's teaching, scholarship, and professionalism. Additional materials may be requested by the search committee upon review of materials Questions may be directed to hrpositions@wcsu.edu referencing Accounting – Special Appointment in the subject line.

To apply, submit your materials to: https://westernconnecticutstateuniversity.applytojob.com/apply/5MRaIEfFhJ/Accounting-InstructorAssistant-Professor

All materials should be submitted as PDF files and be submitted no later than Tuesday June 30, 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.Western is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer
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