Location: Joplin,MO, USA
The Plaster School of Business PSB at Missouri Southern State University invites applicants for a tenure track Assistant Professor of Accounting with an expected start date of January 1 2025 or August 1 2025 Duties Teach undergraduate accounting courses in financial accounting audit governmental and nonprofit accounting and possibly other areas as identified by the department There may be an opportunity to teach graduate coursesLeverage a variety of emerging technologies Deliver courses through traditional on line and alternative instructional methodsMaintain an active research agenda that results in presentations and peer reviewed publicationsExhibit enthusiasm for engaging with and mentoring studentsParticipate in service to the department college and broader university community including engagement with the business and professional communityRequired Qualifications Candidates will possess an earned doctorate with a concentration in Accounting from an AACSB accredited school by the first day of appointment ABD candidates may be considered for a visiting position Demonstrated ability to work with andor knowledge of diverse populations Preferred Qualifications Certified Public Accountant CPA or Chartered Accountant CARelated business experienceThe PSB is accredited by ACBSP and is actively pursuing AACSB accreditation with 19 full time faculty Undergraduate programs include Accounting Entrepreneurship Finance Management HR Management Marketing and Supply Chain Management The PSB currently offers an MBA and MS in Data Analytics Missouri Southern State University MSSU is a community driven four year institution serving approximately 4000 students Expanding graduate and undergraduate programs provides faculty with rich opportunities for service and scholarship International focused semesters and enriching cultural events in theater art music and film create an engaging learning environment for students and citizens of the region MSSU is located in Joplin MO which is considered to be the Crossroads of America and serves as the commercial hub for the four states area Joplin is a resilient vibrant and growing city with a population of over 50000 serving a combined metro area of 200000 and a market area of over 350000 people in Missouri Oklahoma and Kansas Parks sports lakes hunting fishing biking and entertainment characterize the Joplin regions quality of life With a temperate four season climate there is plenty of opportunity to enjoy the outdoors from community parks to walking and biking trails to floating down one of the many area Ozark streams Art galleries museums concerts and the variety of shopping and eateries offered throughout the region add to the year round quality of living in the area The Joplin area also offers one of the lowest housing costs in the United States and strong medical care with two major regional medical centers based in Joplin Joplin schools and those in the nearby communities are some of the most recognized and respected schools in the state There is quick and easy access to Northwest Arkansas Kansas City and Tulsa as well as numerous outdoor activities and attractions throughout the Ozarks Apply at wwwmssuedujobs Submit a confidential letter of application vitae unofficial transcripts and contact information for three references Review of applications will be ongoing until a qualified candidate is selected Official transcripts are required 45 days after contract is issued Employment requires a background check MSSU is an EOE employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among faculty and staff MSSU is an E verify participating employer Review of applications to begin September 3 2024 For additional information about the Joplin community and the surrounding area visit httpsvimeocomchoosejoplin or httpChoosejoplincom