Assistant Professor, Accounting

  • Cal State University (CSU) Dominguez Hills
  • Carson, California
  • Mar 07, 2024
Accounting and Finance Education and Training Public Health

Job Description

Assistant Professor, Accounting

Department of Accounting, Finance, and Economics

College of Business Administration & Public Policy

Position Description

The Department of of Accounting, Finance, and Economics at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) invites applications for a Tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor (Academic Year) with the appointment starting in Fall 2024.

At CSUDH, we celebrate and respect diversity in all forms that include every race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with varied abilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. CSUDH is seeking applications from candidates who can demonstrate experience in teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to the University’s mission, vision, and core values.

For more information: Mission, Vision, and Core Values .

The Position

Teaching needs include accounting information system, data analytics, accounting data software, and courses related to CPA-ISC discipline, CPA-TCP discipline, and CPA-BAR discipline. The ideal candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in accounting from an AACSB accredited university and be academically qualified based on the current AACSB standards, by time of employment. Professional certification and working experience is preferred but ABDs will be considered. A track record of teaching excellence is required and publications in quality journals are preferred.

Responsibilities

Teaching duties may consist of day or evening classes. Teaching responsibilities may include both undergraduate and graduate courses, and likely include online courses. Additional responsibilities include publishing research papers in high-quality journals and perform service consistent with the mission of the University and the College of Business Administration and Public Policy. Publications in support of the mission is expected and required for tenure and promotion.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
  • Applicants must have experience in working with students from diverse age, socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds.
  • Qualified applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Accounting from a university accredited by AACSB. Consideration will also be given to those at the ABD stage from an AACSB-accredited institution, contingent upon completing Ph.D. requirements before the commencement of employment.
  • Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Preference will be given to candidates with strong background in accounting information system (AIS) and who have the ability to teach courses aligned with the CPA-ISC Discipline both at undergraduate and graduate levels. However, consideration will also be extended to candidates who are familiar with data analytics, and/or other relevant areas such as TCP and BAR within the CPA disciplines.
  • CPA license and practical experience.
  • Track record of publishing high quality research in reputable journals.


How to Apply

A completed on-line application must be received to be considered. To apply, please visit CSUDH career-opportunities .

Application Deadline Date:

The position is open until filled. Review of applications will begin in March 13 , 2024. For full consideration, please submit your completed application with the required materials no later than March 31, 2024:

  • Current Curriculum Vitae with contact information
  • Cover letter
  • Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (2 pages maximum)*
  • List of 3 references with contact information**
  • Unofficial transcripts (an official transcript will be required for the finalist)***
  • A Statement on Teaching (2 pages maximum)
  • A Statement on Research (2 pages maximum)
  • Sample Publications or Evidence of Creative/Scholarly Activity
  • Teaching Evaluations (if available)


*Given CSUDH’s commitment to diversity and inclusion for all students, faculty, staff, and administrators, please describe your individual commitment and experiences in advancing diversity and inclusion and how they relate to your future teaching and research.

**This position requires three letters of recommendation (LORs). Please do not upload your LORs with your application. Your list of references will be notified at the appropriate time during the search process. They will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the LOR. You will be able to verify that each letter has been received by CSUDH by logging back into your applicant portal.

***For finalist with International transcripts, a United States Equivalency certification will be required.

A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees, which is from a foreign Academic Institution for foreign studies. The US Equivalency certification is used to validate foreign studies from an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. The certification must translate the information in English, and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree (i.e., Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate’s, Doctor’s of Philosophy). The certification can be emailed to facultyaffairs@csudh.edu or mailed directly to the office of Faculty Affairs and Development, 1000 East Victoria Street, WH-368, Carson, CA 90747.

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:

Cenap Ilter

Search Committee Chair

Department of Accounting, Finance & Economics

College of Business Administration and Public Policy

cilter@csudh.edu

Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics

The Department of Accounting, Finance & Economics has 20 full-time faculty (15 tenured and tenure-track). The department offers undergraduate concentrations in accounting, finance, general business, international business and a certificate in accounting. The department also offers a Master degree in accounting.

For more information: https://www.csudh.edu/cbapp/departments/accounting-finance/

The College of Business Administration and Public Policy

Established in 1973, the College of Business Administration and Public Policy (CBAPP) is a productive and professional environment of excellence in academic programs and scholarly activity with 62 Full-time Faculty, and 1700 Full-Time Students. Undergraduate and graduate programs in Business Administration, Public Administration, and Criminal Justice Administration are led by four academic departments and the School of Public Service and Justice consisting of scholarly tenured, tenure-track faculty and lecturers. Our programs have been granted regional accreditation by Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), business programs accreditation by Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), and public administration accreditation by Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA). CBAPP has the second largest enrollment of the professional schools at CSUDH, and more than 20% of CSUDH degree recipients are CBAPP students. The College offers two graduate degrees, an Accounting Master of Science (Accounting MS) and a Master of Public Administration (MPA). CSUDH, situated in the city of Carson, offers close proximity to the numerous amenities of the stunning Los Angeles County, including its pristine beaches and sunny atmosphere.

For more information: https://www.csudh.edu/cbapp/

Additional Information

The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $5,405 to $11,994 per month (12 monthly payments per academic year); The anticipated hiring salary is $10,900 to $11,000 per month. This position will be commensurate with experience and current CSUDH faculty salaries in the academic department/discipline. Faculty salaries are subject to budgetary authorization and any California State University System faculty contract increases. Summer research grants, moving expenses, start-up funds, and a reduced teaching load may be available.

An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available that includes: health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner and dependent fee-waiver; access to campus child-care; and a defined-benefit retirement through the state system along with optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit: https://www.csudh.edu/hr/benefits/ .

Background Check

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

The California State University (CSU) is committed to safeguarding the health and well-being of our students, faculty, staff, administrators, and the communities we serve, as well as maintaining higher education access and attainment for our students, as such, we embrace a comprehensive strategy designed to reduce the likelihood of transmission of the COVID-19 virus. The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The systemwide policy can be found at CSU Vaccination Policy and any questions you have may be submitted to hrm@csudh.edu .

Mandated Reporter Per CANRA

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 , revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.

Closing Statement

CSUDH is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

For more information: U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources’ Office (310) 243-3771.

Clery Act crime statistics for CSUDH are available at Campus Security Report (Clery), or by calling University Police at (310) 243-3639.

Upon appointment, all candidates must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.

The California State University is Smoke and Tobacco Free. Smoking, Vaping and other Tobacco use are Not Permitted anywhere on University property. Education Code 42356, CCR Title 5, Article 9.

For more information see: Smoke & Tobacco-Free

Advertised: Feb 12 2024 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:

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Job Address

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