Assistant Professor of Accounting

Description

Pacific University achieves excellence and distinction by investing in exceptional people to think, care, create, and pursue justice in our world. We embrace discovery in a close and nurturing environment that leads to genuine transformation. Our community is diverse, sustainable, and dedicated to discovery and excellence in teaching, scholarship, and practice.

At Pacific University, we thrive in an extraordinary environment, surrounded by the beauty of the great Pacific Northwest, with campus locations in Forest Grove and Hillsboro. We humbly acknowledge and thank the original caretakers of the lands on which we live, work, teach, and acquire and share knowledge.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

The College of Undergraduate Studies at Pacific University invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Accounting for an Extended-Term Track appointment beginning August 2027. The position will contribute to undergraduate accounting instruction at both introductory and upper levels, with particular emphasis on one or more of the following areas: taxation, auditing, and accounting information systems. The faculty member will also contribute to student advising, curriculum development, and departmental and university service consistent with the responsibilities of the position.

Pacific is dedicated to re-imagining the future of the applied liberal arts by fusing interdisciplinary academics with robust experiential learning, empowering students to discover their purpose through learning by doing in authentic, applied contexts. Located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, our campus is situated in the "silicon forest" near downtown Portland, offering unparalleled access to nearby vineyards, the Oregon coast, Mt. Hood, and surrounding mountain ranges. Join an accessible and inclusive academic community that empowers students to achieve social mobility and become catalysts for change.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will:

• Teach and mentor undergraduate students through the delivery of all levels of undergraduate accounting courses, particularly in one or more of the following areas: taxation, auditing, and accounting information systems. Specific teaching assignments will be determined based on the faculty member’s academic preparation, professional experience, areas of expertise, and program needs.

• Prepare students for professional success. Help students develop technical accounting competencies, ethical judgment, analytical and problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and an understanding of the expectations of professional practice.

• Connect students with career opportunities. Develop and maintain relationships with accounting firms, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other employers to expand access to internships, experiential learning, and entry-level positions.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain active liaison roles with campus units or external professional organizations.

• Stay informed regarding pedagogical innovations and best practices in the field.

• Integrate professional practice into the curriculum. Use relevant industry examples, case studies, applied projects, and other experiential approaches to connect coursework with contemporary accounting challenges and emerging developments in the profession.

• Serve as an academic advisor. Mentor students as they plan their academic schedule, explore career pathways, prepare for professional opportunities, and consider licensure and other professional credentials.

• Contribute to the academic community. Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, student recruitment and retention, assessment, and initiatives that strengthen the accounting program and the department of business.

JOB SCOPE:

Faculty positions operate within the parameters of the University Faculty and Governance Handbook. This is a teaching position with service expectations in the Department of Business and College of Undergraduate Studies. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues to deliver a meaningful education to undergraduate students. Course development, scheduling, and assessment are required.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY:No direct supervision of employees is required.