Accounting, Professional Practice-Track, Faculty

Overview

Job Title:

Accounting, Professional Practice-Track, Faculty

Department:
Accounting

University Expectation: MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.

Salary:
The salary is commensurate with education and experience.

The Department of Accounting in the Jennings

A. Jones College of Business at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a professor of practice faculty position (non-tenurable) at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2026. The professor of practice will participate in academic programs by providing professional services, exposing students to their professional expertise, and directing students  educational experiences in professional settings.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality instruction at both the undergraduate and graduate (M.Acc.) levels, engage in professional and service activities, and contribute to the department s mission within an AACSB-accredited college. For more information on our program, visit the program webpage u.edu.

• Deliver engaging, practice-based instruction in undergraduate and graduate accounting courses.
• Develop and update curriculum and coursework to ensure alignment with industry standards and emerging trends.
• Foster strong relationships with industry partners to support internships and student engagement.
• Engage in professional, community, or practitioner-oriented activities that enhance the visibility and impact of the department and college.
• Participate in department, college, and university service activities.

A master s or terminal degree in accounting or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate hours in accounting is required by the appointment date.

Ten (10) years of professional accounting experience is required.

• CPA, CIA, CMA, CISA, CISP, CFE, or other accounting-related credentials.
• High-quality teaching experience.

To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy as separate attachments at the time of online application.

NOTE: Special Instruction to Applicants:
For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage. If you need help applying, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at . If you have position-specific questions, please contact Audrey Scarlata rlata.

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment. Clery Act crime statistics are available at the university police site or by contacting MTSU Public Safety. MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. This position requires a criminal background check. For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply, please call  or email emp.

Application Review Date: 11/08/2025

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