State University Faculty - Assistant Professor of Accounting

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Working Title:

State University Faculty - Assistant Professor of Accounting

Institution:

Metropolitan State University

Classification Title:

State University Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

209: Inter Faculty Organization

City:

St. Paul

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$64,963.00 - $193,146.00

Job Description:

Metro State University, a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, is seeking to hire an Assistant Professor of Accounting. This is a full-time probationary position within the Department of Accounting and will start on January 4, 2027.

Responsibilities:

Faculty members are expected to:

• Demonstrate the ability to teach Accounting Information Systems and Financial or Managerial Accounting courses effectively to a post-traditional student population.

• Curriculum development in accounting information systems and financial or managerial accounting.

• Teaching in BS/BA, MS/MA, and/or MBA or DBA programs.

• Teach in-person and distance education courses as needed by the department, college, or university

• Contribute meaningfully to the assessment of student learning at program, college, and institutional levels.

• Engage in scholarly activity, creative achievement, and/or research.

• Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study.

• Contribute to student growth and development through advising and student academic or career guidance.

• Engage in service to the department, college, university, and community.

• Demonstrate a commitment to serving a diverse student body by delivering a student-centered education and using approaches that support equitable outcomes for all students.

• Provide excellent learning environments through in-person, online, and/or hybrid course modalities.

Salary Range:

Salary is commensurate with education and experience and is determined by the salary placement process as outlined in the Inter Faculty Organization (IFO) Master Agreement.

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization (IFO), which can be found on the Minnesota State Employee and Labor Relations website.

For the most current information on the Inter Faculty Organization, go to www.ifo.org

Minimum Qualifications:

• A completed terminal degree (Ph.D or DBA) from a regionally accredited institution in accounting or a related field (.MIS or Finance). Applicants who will complete their terminal degree by August 2027 will also be considered.

• Demonstrated ability to teach and design curriculum at the undergraduate and graduate levels in accounting information systems and financial or managerial accounting that effectively engage a diverse, contemporary student population, and contribute to meaningful assessment of student learning. Courses to include, but not limited to, Accounting Information Systems and Financial or Managerial Accounting.

• Demonstrated success in teaching and professional service activities.

• A plan for scholarly activity, creative achievement, and/or research in the specified discipline(s), or related disciplines.

• Effective Communication skills (written & verbal) to communicate with a variety of persons and groups.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in an institution with a culturally, economically, and linguistically diverse workforce and student population.

• Demonstrated ability and desire to work collegially with faculty and staff from diverse cultural backgrounds.

• Candidate must live or be willing to relocate to Minnesota and teach face-to-face courses.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness or professional experience with data analytics is desired.

• Professional experience working with accounting information systems, ERP systems, artificial intelligence and accounting productivity tools.

• A professional certificate in Accountancy, such as CPA, CMA, or CIA.

• Demonstrated contributions to the assessment of student learning at a post-secondary institution.

• Professional development and/or expertise in culturally responsive pedagogy, anti-racist pedagogy, and/or universal design.

• Experience as an academic advisor for students at a post-secondary institution.

Application: To apply, go to https://www.metrostate.edu/about/employment

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OPEN UNTIL FILLED. The priority deadline for applications is 11:59 PM on Friday, September 18, 2026.

Qualified applicants are required to attach the following documents to their online application:

• Cover letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position;

• Current curriculum vitae or resume;

• A statement of your teaching philosophy and examples of teaching effectiveness, particularly as it relates to student success (limit 2 pages);

• Names of four (4) references with addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers; at least two (2) of the references must be able to address teaching effectiveness; and

• Transcripts - Valid unofficial copies of your transcript showing the conferred/awarded date of your highest attained degree, with your name and the academic institution’s name/logo, are required. If doctoral study is in progress at the time of application, submit the most recent transcript showing your course of study and progress to date. We are not able to accept copy/paste Word documents with a list of courses/grades. If selected for hire, official original transcripts will be required.

• Additional materials may be requested at a later date.

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Description of College/School/Unit:

The College of Business & Management, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a catalyst for positive change, a beacon of hope, and an institution promoting lifelong learning where learners become passionate citizens and ethical leaders capable of transforming their communities. The College transforms lives by providing equitable access to a high-quality, affordable business education. With a commitment to inclusion and civic engagement, we engage our diverse learners in acquiring the skills and knowledge required to drive organizational evolution. The College hosts five departments that serve approximately 2,300 full-time and part-time students with 35 tenured and tenure-track faculty, 129 community or adjunct faculty, 9 academic advising staff, and five staff.

The School/Academic Department:

The Accounting Department at Metropolitan State is a leader in accounting education in the region and is positioned to help prepare students for the future of accounting positions. The future relating to using, analyzing, developing, deploying, and managing accounting information looks extremely bright.

The University:

Metro State University empowers learners to transform their lives and communities through relevant, student-centered education in an inclusive, anti-racist, and supportive learning environment.

Metro State University provides an excellent, inclusive, and engaging education to eliminate opportunity gaps and empower our students to lead our communities to a prosperous and equitable future. The university offers programs leading to baccalaureate, masters, and applied doctoral degrees. We provide accessible, high quality liberal arts, professional, and graduate education with continued emphasis on marginalized groups, including adult learners. Metro State is a five-time recipient of the Insight into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, most recently in 2023. Federally recognized as a Minority Serving Institution, its employees serve more than 8,000 post-traditional learners, the majority of whom identify as belonging to communities of color or American Indian nations, are first in their family to attend college, and/or are eligible for Pell Grants. Since we do not operate residential facilities, Metro State University students all commute to class locations across the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area, or take their courses wherever they are through our many distance-learning and hybrid course offerings, allowing Metro State to truly be “where learning meets living.” Metropolitan State is recognized by CollegeNet as a leading higher education promoter of social mobility for students (Ranked # 12 out of 1,398 in 2026). Recognized in 2008 and 2016 by the Carnegie Foundation for Community Engagement, the university is committed to academic excellence and community engagement through curriculum, teaching, scholarship, and services designed to support an urban mission. The university strategic plan, “Transforming Lives: Advancing Inclusive Excellence and Social Mobility” provides a framework for achieving our mission by focusing on student success, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism, institutional effectiveness, and community engagement.

Visit the Metro State University website to learn more about the university, our programs, and our students. Learn more about Minnesota State Colleges and Universities at their website.

If you have other questions related to this job announcement, please contact Human Resources, at 651.793.1275 or email at hrrecruiting@metrostate.edu.

Notice: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check.

Metro State University is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

The university provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

 

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:

01-04-2027

Position End Date:

Open Date:

08-03-2026

Close Date:

11-30-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Kevin Earl Thompson

Posting Contact Email:

hrrecruiting@metrostate.edu