Assistant Professor of Business, Accounting Emphasis in Cheyney University of Pennsylvania – Pennsylvania, United States

Summary

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, the nation’s oldest historically Black university, seeks a tenure‑track Assistant/Associate Professor of Business with an accounting emphasis beginning January 2027. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Accounting or a related business discipline, and possess a CPA credential or a master’s in Accounting, along with college‑level teaching experience. Responsibilities include teaching four 3‑credit courses per semester, advising majors, supervising students, and contributing to both core and departmental curricula. The position offers a salary range of $65,088‑$87,224, comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, paid leave, tuition waivers, and professional development opportunities. Applicants must submit a cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching evidence, and three professional references.

Key Facts

Department	Department of Business, Education and Professional Services
Position Type	Assistant/Associate Professor (tenure-track)
Discipline	Business
Research Area	Accounting
Degree Required	Ph.D. in Accounting or Ph.D./DBA in a business discipline; CPA credential or Master's degree in Accounting
Experience	College-level teaching experience
Salary	$65,088 to $87,224 annually
Funding	Salary
Required Documents	Cover letter, Curriculum vitae, Statement of research interests, Evidence of teaching effectiveness, Three professional references
Employer Address	1837 University Circle, Cheyney, Pennsylvania 19319, United States
Employer Contact	Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, 610-399-2000, http://www.cheyney.edu

Key Responsibilities

• Teach four 3‑credit‑hour courses per semester
• Advise program majors
• Supervise students
• Fulfill departmental and college‑level service responsibilities
• Contribute to college‑wide core curriculum
• Teach in‑person classes using engagement methodologies

Required Skills

• Teaching experience in accounting subjects
• Research, consulting, or corporate experience in accounting, financial management, corporate finance, or financial technology
• Ability to design and deliver courses in Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Cost Accounting, and Auditing

Who Should Apply

Applicants with a Ph.D. in Accounting or a business discipline (or DBA), a CPA credential or a master’s degree in Accounting, and proven college‑level teaching experience. Preference is given to those with teaching, research, consulting, or corporate experience in accounting, financial management, corporate finance, or financial technology, and an interest in supporting underrepresented student groups.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Wellness programs
• Generous retirement plans
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Military leave
• Paid time off for major holidays
• Tuition waiver for employee and family members
• Training, development, and advancement opportunities

About the Employer

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, founded in 1837, is the nation’s oldest historically Black college and university (HBCU). It is a respected institution of higher education offering a range of undergraduate and graduate programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the position start?

January 2027 (Spring 2027).

What is the salary range?

$65,088 to $87,224 annually.

How many courses are taught each semester?

Four 3‑credit‑hour courses.

What documents must be submitted?

Cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three professional references.

Is a CPA credential required?

A CPA credential or a master’s degree in Accounting is required at the time of application.