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Accountancy Clinical Professor

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Accountancy Clinical Professor
Requisition Number FE04488
Working Title
Department Name 8F100:B&E Accountancy
Work Location Lexington, KY
Type of Position Faculty
Position Time Status Full-Time
Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
A terminal degree (e.g., a PhD or DBA) in accounting or a related field and professional licensure (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA) is required
Required Related Experience
Previous teaching experience is desirable but not required. The ideal candidate would also demonstrate significant professional growth in instruction and experiential learning and provide evidence of professional recognition.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Professional licensure (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA) is required
Job Summary
The Von Allmen School of Accountancy at the University of Kentucky seeks to hire a full-time clinical assistant professor, non-tenure eligible, for a nine-month renewable appointment. A terminal degree (e.g., a PhD or DBA) in accounting or a related field and professional licensure (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA) is required. Previous teaching experience is desirable but not required. The ideal candidate would also demonstrate significant professional growth in instruction and experiential learning and provide evidence of professional recognition. The primary job responsibilities include teaching 2-4 courses per semester at the undergraduate and graduate level, with preference given to those well-equipped to meaningfully contribute to our graduate-level teaching needs, and fulfilling the service needs related to various programs in the school. An active research agenda is not required; however, clinical faculty do have the option to devote a portion of their effort toward research activities, which includes practitioner and accounting education-oriented publications. The Director will determine the number of courses and other assigned duties based on the candidate’s experience and areas of expertise. The assignment may be adjusted annually based on needs and performance. The projected start date is August of 2025 or January of 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

For additional information about the position, please contact Professor Brian Bratten (brian.bratten@uky.edu), Director of the Von Allmen School of Accountancy.

The University offers a very competitive package of benefits. You may view our full range of employee benefits by visiting the UK employee benefits website: http://www.uky.edu/HR/benefits/

The Von Allmen School of Accountancy offers an outstanding scholarly environment and offers excellent support for both research and teaching. We offer a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, a Master of Science in Accounting, and a PhD in Business Administration with an Accounting concentration. We have made considerable investments in enhancing these programs over the past several years. Along with the Gatton College, the Von Allmen School was re-accredited by the AACSB in 2022. Salary and teaching load are competitive with leading public universities.

Applications must include the following: a letter of application (upload under cover letter), and a curriculum vitae. Please provide the names and contact information for at least three references when prompted in the application. This information may be utilized to solicit recommendation letters from your references within the employment system.

UK is located in Lexington, in the heart of the beautiful Bluegrass Region. Lexington frequently ranks near the top of many ‘Best Cities’ lists, including Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Atlantic.

The Gatton College of Business and Economics is nearing its 100th anniversary. Over that time, we have been preparing principled leaders for the global economy, producing high-quality, influential research, and supporting economic growth in Kentucky and beyond. Accredited by the AACSB, Gatton proudly offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional business and economics degrees and certificates in both a face-to-face an online format. We are housed in a 220,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility where the college accommodates the fastest-growing student enrollment on UK’s campus, reaching over 4,000 students. Through teaching, research, and outreach, the Gatton College has a direct, tangible influence on the lives of Kentucky’s citizens and people around the world. We are looking for professionals who embody the College’s tagline of “Blue Means Business.”.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
A terminal degree (e.g., a PhD or DBA) in accounting or a related field and professional licensure (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA) is required. Previous teaching experience is desirable but not required. The ideal candidate would also demonstrate significant professional growth in instruction and experiential learning and provide evidence of professional recognition.
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled Yes
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vita
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents