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Assistant Professors in Accounting – California State University, Northridge

HIRING FOR
Assistant Professor
IN THE FIELD OF
Business & Economics
SALARY

USD $130,000–$158,000 per year

POSTED ON
28/08/2026
LAST DATECLOSED
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Assistant Professors in Accounting – California State University, Northridge

1. Assistant Professor – Accounting (Audit)

  • Institution: California State University, Northridge (CSUN)

  • Academic Unit / Department: David Nazarian College of Business and Economics, Department of Accounting

  • Job Reference / Requisition ID: 561017 | Faculty Hire #27-07

  • Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track

  • Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

  • Salary / Remuneration: USD $130,000–$158,000, depending on qualifications

  • Location: Northridge, California, USA — Onsite

  • Application Deadline: September 15, 2026 preferred; open until filled

  • Anticipated Start: Fall 2027, subject to budgetary approval

📋 Overview of Role

The Department of Accounting at California State University, Northridge is seeking two tenure-track Assistant Professors in Audit. The successful candidate will teach Audit, Data Analytics and/or Accounting courses and maintain an active research program in Accounting and related fields.

The position includes teaching, scholarship, student mentorship, office hours, faculty participation, assessment activities, and service to the department, college, and university.

🎯 Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

  • Teach Audit, Data Analytics and/or Accounting courses.

  • Maintain an ongoing program of scholarly research in Accounting and related fields.

  • Meet AACSB requirements for maintaining “Scholarly Academic” status.

  • Hold weekly office hours and participate in faculty meetings.

  • Participate in assessment of student learning.

  • Provide student mentorship and contribute to equitable academic outcomes.

  • Perform service activities for the department, college, and university.

  • Teaching may include weekday, evening, weekend, and/or online courses.

🎓 Qualifications & Candidate Profile

  • Required Education: Ph.D. or DBA in Accounting from an AACSB-accredited institution. A.B.D. candidates may be considered if the terminal degree is anticipated by August 20, 2027.

  • Experience & Specializations: Evidence or potential for excellence in university-level teaching, including in-person and remote instruction; evidence or potential for excellence in scholarship through publication in high-quality journals.

  • Preferred Expertise: Audit, Data Analytics, Accounting, student-centered learning, active and interactive teaching, and culturally responsive pedagogy.

  • Certifications / Licensure: CPA license by the time of appointment preferred.

💼 Remuneration & Benefits

  • Salary: USD $130,000–$158,000, dependent upon qualifications.

  • Tenure-track appointment subject to university policies and budgetary approval.

  • Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

  • CSUN is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment subject to the specified USD $100,000 fee.

📄 Application Checklist & Required Documents

  1. Cover Letter addressing all required qualifications — maximum 2 pages.

  2. Curriculum Vitae (CV).

  3. Research Statement — maximum 2 pages.

  4. Teaching Statement — maximum 2 pages.

  5. Contact information for three references.

  6. Additional materials, including recommendation letters and evidence of terminal degree, may be requested later.

📬 Application Process

  • 🔗 Application Link: Apply now

  • 📅 Preferred Deadline: September 15, 2026

2. Assistant Professor – Accounting (Tax)

  • Institution: California State University, Northridge (CSUN)

  • Academic Unit / Department: David Nazarian College of Business and Economics, Department of Accounting

  • Job Reference / Requisition ID: 561198 | Faculty Hire #27-09

  • Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track

  • Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

  • Salary / Remuneration: USD $130,000–$158,000, depending on qualifications

  • Location: Northridge, California, USA — Onsite

  • Application Deadline: September 15, 2026 screening deadline; open until filled

  • Anticipated Start: August 19, 2027, subject to budgetary approval

📋 Overview of Role

The Department of Accounting at California State University, Northridge is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in Taxation and related fields. The successful candidate will primarily teach Taxation courses while maintaining an active research program in Taxation and related areas.

The role also includes student mentorship, office hours, faculty participation, assessment activities, and service to the department, college, and university.

🎯 Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

  • Primarily teach Taxation and related courses.

  • Conduct and publish scholarly research in Taxation and related fields.

  • Maintain AACSB “Scholarly Academic” qualifications.

  • Hold weekly office hours and participate in faculty meetings.

  • Participate in assessment of student learning.

  • Mentor students and contribute to academic outcomes.

  • Provide service to the department, college, and university.

  • Develop student-centered and inclusive learning environments.

🎓 Qualifications & Candidate Profile

  • Required Education: Ph.D. or DBA in Accounting or a related field from an AACSB-accredited institution; A.B.D. candidates may be considered if the terminal degree is completed by August 20, 2027. Alternatively, an S.J.D. in Taxation/related field from an ABA-accredited institution, or a J.D. plus an LL.M. in Taxation or qualifying master's degree, together with a CPA credential or significant accounting experience.

  • Experience & Specializations: Evidence or potential for excellence in university-level teaching and scholarship, including publication in high-influence peer-reviewed academic journals.

  • Preferred Expertise: Taxation, student-centered teaching, active and interactive learning, and culturally responsive pedagogy.

  • Certifications / Licensure: CPA, licensed attorney, or Enrolled Agent (EA) by the time of appointment preferred.

💼 Remuneration & Benefits

  • Salary: USD $130,000–$158,000, dependent upon qualifications.

  • Tenure-track appointment subject to university policies and budgetary approval.

  • Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

  • CSUN is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment subject to the specified USD $100,000 fee.

📄 Application Checklist & Required Documents

  1. Letter of Application describing how the candidate meets the required qualifications and preferred qualifications — maximum 2 pages.

  2. Curriculum Vitae (CV).

  3. Research Statement.

  4. Teaching Statement.

  5. Contact information for three references.

  6. Additional materials such as teaching samples, publications, recommendation letters, terminal-degree verification, licenses, and certificates may be requested later.

📬 Application Process

  • 🔗 Application Link: Apply now

  • 📅 Screening Deadline: September 15, 2026

🌐 Official Website / Domain: csun.edu

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