Assistant, Associate & Full Professor of Accounting – University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School

Faculty Opportunities: Assistant, Associate & Full Professor of Accounting – University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School

• Institution: University of Pennsylvania

• Academic Unit / Department: Accounting Department, The Wharton School

• Number of Positions: 2 Faculty Searches

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track Faculty

• Academic Ranks: Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Full Professor

• Areas of Interest: Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Tax Accounting

• Salary / Remuneration: Not specified in the official postings

• Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

• Open Date: September 17, 2026

• Application Deadline: October 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

• Expected Start Date: July 1, 2027

1. Assistant Professor of Accounting

Overview of Role

The Accounting Department at The Wharton School invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Accounting position.

The department is interested in candidates working in areas including Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, and Tax Accounting, with demonstrated ability or strong potential for high-quality research and teaching.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. from an accredited institution.

• Candidates expecting to complete their Ph.D. by June 30, 2028 are also eligible.

• Outstanding research record or strong potential for scholarly achievement.

• Demonstrated ability or potential for excellence in teaching.

Application Checklist

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Recent Publications and/or Working Papers

4. Contact Information for Three References

References will be contacted to submit letters of recommendation.

Application Process

• Application Link: https://dossier.interfolio.com/apply/193740

• Application Deadline: October 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

• Expected Start Date: July 1, 2027

2. Associate or Full Professor of Accounting

Overview of Role

The Wharton School’s Accounting Department is also seeking applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the Associate Professor or Full Professor level.

Applicants should have research and teaching interests in areas such as Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, and Tax Accounting.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. from an accredited institution.

• Outstanding research record or demonstrated potential for continued scholarly achievement.

• Strong record or potential for high-quality teaching.

• Academic qualifications appropriate for appointment at the Associate or Full Professor level.

Application Checklist

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Recent Publications and/or Working Papers

Application Process

• Application Link: https://dossier.interfolio.com/apply/193745

• Application Deadline: October 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

• Expected Start Date: July 1, 2027

Common Academic Focus

Both searches welcome candidates with interests in:

• Financial Accounting

• Managerial Accounting

• Tax Accounting

• High-quality scholarly research

• Excellence in undergraduate, graduate, and professional education

Official Institution Website: https://www.wharton.upenn.edu/