Assistant Professor – School of Accountancy
Clemson University: College of Business: School of Accountancy
Location: Business (Powers)
Open Date: Feb 04, 2026
Description
The School of Accountancy invites applications for one full-time tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2026. We will consider candidates in any area.
Successful candidates will be expected to conduct high-quality research as evidenced by publications in top-tier academic journals and to participate in prominent national and international academic conferences. In addition, candidates will be expected to teach appropriate courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels and participate in administrative activities, service activities, and professional interaction.
Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong research agenda and teaching expertise at the intersection of accounting and artificial intelligence, including areas such as data analytics, machine learning, and the use of AI in financial reporting, auditing, tax, or decision making. Relevant experience applying AI in professional or organizational settings such as developing, implementing, or consulting on AI-enabled accounting or analytics solutions is desirable. Contributing to innovative curriculum development and interdisciplinary collaboration that integrates AI tools and methods into accounting education and research is also expected.
Clemson University is a premier land-grant, competitive admissions institution with approximately 29,545 students nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Upstate South Carolina (http://www.clemson.edu/). The School of Accountancy is a unit of the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business and encompasses the disciplines of accounting and legal studies in business. The School of Accountancy offers two degrees: the BS in Accounting and the MPAcc. The bachelor and master programs in accounting are AACSB International accredited and the accounting program is endorsed by the IMA (https://www.clemson.edu/business/departments/accountancy). Clemson’s School of Accountancy is ranked #1 in overall research among public, non-PhD granting institutions according to the most recent BYU Accounting Research Rankings.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Accounting expected by August 2026. Applicants must show promise of excellence in research and teaching, value collegiality, and desire to contribute to the Clemson community of accounting scholars.
Application Instructions
To apply, the following must be submitted electronically via Interfolio at:
https://apptrkr.com/6903158
1) Letter of application
2) Curriculum Vita
3) An example of the candidate’s writing (e.g., current working paper, paper from doctoral program, published article)
4) Names and contact information for three references
Preliminary screening of applications will be conducted via invited Zoom meetings. Review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
For more information and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6903158
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