Position Summary:
The Department of Accounting and Information Systems in the Villanova School of Business is seeking applications for a Continuing Non-Tenure Track position beginning Fall 2026. This person will report to the Chair of the Accounting and Information Systems Department.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This person will primarily teach courses in the financial accounting series. In addition, the person is expected to incorporate emerging technologies. Teaching will be at both the undergraduate and graduate level. Perform service that includes outreach to students, student groups, and outreach to alumni, firms, and the broader accounting community. In addition, this position will play a central role in advising students and helping with other service at the request of the chair.
Minimum Qualifications:
If the candidate does not have a terminal degree, then a graduate degree with a CPA and 8+ years of experience is required. Demonstrated capability of high-quality teaching in accounting is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
A Ph.D. or DBA in accounting is preferred but not required. In addition, having professional experience is also preferred but not required.
Demonstrated track record of high-quality teaching across courses in the financial accounting series as well as evidence of excellence in working with students.
An ability to innovate within the curriculum.
Previous relevant industry experience and a terminal degree is preferred, as is the ability to maintain scholarly academic status under AACSB accreditation standards.
Special Message to Applicants:
Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.villanova.edu/. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled.
All initial applications are to include:
- Application letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
- Names of three references
- Finalists will be expected to provide a statement articulating how the candidate’s contributions may support the University mission (and enduring principles). Please refer to the departmental website and the Villanova University Mission Statement.
Other information will be required if the candidate makes it into the interview round.
For technical assistance, please contact us at 610-519-7900, 610-519-7616, or [email protected].
Application related questions may be sent to Dr. Denise Hanes Downey, Associate Chair and KPMG Endowed Professor in Accounting ([email protected]).
