Assistant Professor, Accounting - South Dakota State : Job Details

Posting Details Posting Details LogoInstitution Black Hills State University Working Title Assistant Professor, Accounting Posting Number F01639P Department BHSU-School of Business Physical Location of Position (City) Spearfish Posting Text The College of Business at Black Hills State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Accounting beginning August 2025. Black Hills State University is a teaching focused University located in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. Tenure track faculty positions have defined responsibilities in teaching, scholarship/research and service (University, professional, and community). The College of Business is accredited by AACSB International and offers undergraduate business programs in Professional Accountancy (150 credit hours), and Business Administration (120 credit hours) with the following specializations: accounting, economics, entrepreneurial studies, health services administration, human resource management, management and marketing. The College of Business also offers an MBA in applied management. DUTIES:

• Teach accounting courses at the undergraduate and MBA levels.
• The teaching load for this position is four courses/semester with summer teaching possibilities. Engage in appropriate research/scholarly activities.
• Participate in student advising, recruitment and retention activities.
• Participate in service activities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD or DBA in accounting.
• ABD will be considered if degree completion will occur no later than July 1, 2026. If the candidate is ABD, the initial contract will be a term contract at the Instructor level, $4,000 lower than the terminal degree compensation. A salary increase will be granted for the contract year following degree completion and assistant professor rank. Upon request, one year prior service may be applied toward promotion and tenure, within BHSU and BOR approval.
• Willingness to teach face-to-face, online and at our extension campus in Rapid City.
• Experience teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
• Work experience with tax preparation.
• Ability to teach undergraduate accounting including tax courses.
• Ability to coordinate and supervise BHSU's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) tax preparation clinic.
• Academic accounting research interests with potential to publish in peer-reviewed journals.
• Strong collegial and collaborative skills.
• Enthusiasm for working with diverse student, staff, and faculty.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and enthusiasm for engagement, service, and the public good.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD or DBA from an AACSB-International accredited business school.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license holder.
• Professional work experience in accounting including tax preparation or auditing.
• Past publication record.

COMMENTS: Sponsorship is not available for this position. TO APPLY: Applications must be made online at . To apply, complete the online application and attach a letter of application, vita, copies of transcripts, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including class evaluations, if available) and the names and contact information for three references. Letters of reference/recommendation are not accepted. This position is open until filled with a first review date of March 16, 2025 at 11pm mountain time. For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at 605.###.####. Inquiries specific to the position should be directed to Dr. Wei Song, Professor of Marketing [email protected]. Black Hills State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black Hills State University and the Board of Regents ensures that all employment practices are free of discrimination. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Cassie Maser at 605-###-#### or [email protected]. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check. Posting Date 03/03/2025 Closing DateOpen Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 03/16/2025 Advertised Salary $113,500 - $117,000 DOE/Q Duration of the Term 9 months If Other, describe durationAppointment Percent 100 Tenure Status Tenure Track Proposed Rank Assistant Professor Work HoursTypical Hours Worked Per WeekAppointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of searchDepartment Description and Cultural Expectations Black Hills State University is a masters-level state university with an enrollment of 3,400 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB Accredited), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, is in Rapid City, the state's second-largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports, and has a legacy of champion rodeo teams. Equal Employment Opportunity StatementContact Information