"Assistant Professor of Accounting"

The Ness School of Management and Economics at South Dakota State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Accounting. We are seeking a dynamic scholar whose teaching and research contribute to current and emerging areas of the accounting profession. Located in Brookings, South Dakota, this is a full-time, 9-month, benefit-eligible position with an anticipated start date of August 22, 2026. The position reports to the Director of the Ness School of Management and Economics.

The Ness School, which includes approximately 40 full-time faculty members and a team of academic advisors, embodies an intellectual philosophy that economics and quantitative analysis are foundational to thriving in and critically assessing a modern global economy. In keeping with the land-grant mission of the university, the school is the premier source for economics and business intelligence in the region. The school engages its stakeholders in the classroom, through scholarship, and through outreach—formally through SDSU Extension and otherwise.

The Ness School is an AACSB accredited business school managing significant enrollment growth in its majors and balancing new opportunities in core business fields with its traditional strengths in economics and quantitative analysis. In its research, teaching, and outreach efforts, the school embraces interdisciplinary and interprofessional collaboration. The roughly 1,350 students who major in the Ness School complete coursework in accounting and business finance, and statistics; while students who major in accounting, agricultural business, business economics, consumer behavior, entrepreneurial studies, and operations management complete a comprehensive suite of business courses, including courses in accounting. Meanwhile, thousands of students pursue the school’s minors, including those in accounting, marketing, management, and real estate. Students enrolled in the school’s master’s programs in economics or operations management complete either a theory option, which includes a graduate thesis, or an applied, coursework-only option. A graduate real-estate certificate is available as well. Learn more by visiting the Ness School of Management and Economics on sdstate.edu.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain high research productivity resulting regularly in peer-reviewed, scholarly publications in top-tier academic journals and presentations at national or international forums and school-sponsored outreach events that tightly align with the field areas associated with this position, meet the school’s tenure-and-promotion standards, and satisfy the academic standards the school associates with its AACSB-faculty-status classification, Scholarly Academic.
• Lead with exceptional pedagogy in the classroom and through undergraduate and graduate student mentorship.
• Teach undergraduate or graduate courses or sections in conventional face-to-face on-campus formats and, potentially, through emerging modes of remote delivery, including hybrid and/or other online formats.
• Participate in Ness School and university governance.
• Produce research, teaching, and outreach outcomes that meaningfully advance knowledge in the field of accounting.
• Participate in inter- and multi-disciplinary efforts, collaborating with colleagues on research, curriculum designs, and outreach efforts that raise the profile and stature of accounting.

BENEFITS: SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold a Ph.D. in accounting or closely related field by start date.
• Potential for effective research, teaching, and outreach outcomes.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

APPLICATION PROCESS: SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications and responsibilities as outlined in the advertisement, Curriculum Vitae, a research writing sample (attached as work or writing sample), a statement of teaching philosophy (of 3 or fewer pages, attached as other), and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date: 10/07/2025

Closing Date: 11/21/2025

Advertised Salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, starting at $150,000.

Duration of the Term: 9 months

Appointment Percent: 100%

Tenure Status: Tenure Track

Proposed Rank: Assistant Professor

Appointment Type: Regular

Scope of Search: External (includes Internal)

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Zhiguang Wang at 605-688-4141 or Zhiguang.Wang@sdstate.edu.