Assistant Professor of Accounting

program are possible. Hires at other ranks may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications.

Students from underrepresented minorities constitute 26% of the current student body, with almost 20% of the student body identifying as African American. Approximately half of the student body is Pell grant eligible. Members of historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Experience and Skills: MBA or graduate degree in accounting or business-related field required; CPA certification desired, and business/industry experience preferred. Candidates must have experience teaching in-person classes and have a strong sense of themselves as an educator. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to teaching and mentoring students in an inclusive, ethnically diverse environment. We seek candidates who are open to innovation and collaboration, who embrace Olivet’s relationship-based approach to pedagogy, and who embody commitment to inclusivity. Preference will be given to candidates demonstrating problem-based and solution-oriented approaches to teaching that center the perspectives of historically disadvantaged or underrepresented communities.

Full-time faculty members teach 24 credit hours (or the equivalent) over the academic year, with institutional support provided for scholarly activities. The faculty member is expected to instruct standard undergraduate courses in accounting and business as well as instruct courses within the university’s general studies program. Additional responsibilities include advising and mentoring students, engaging in scholarly activities, and supporting the university and its mission through departmental and university committee participation, program and curriculum development, and other service.

Starting Date: August 1, 2026 preferred; other start dates considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue as needed.

Application Process: Click on this link to go to the online application site: Career Center.
Once in the Career Center, click on the job title to view the posting and click “Apply” to set up a profile and upload the following materials:

1. Letter of application;
2. Current resume or curriculum vitae with contact information for three references;
3. One-page statement of your interest in and experience with working with a diverse population of students in a multi-ethnic environment;
4. Statement of teaching philosophy and approach to the assessment of student learning;
5. Transcript from the highest degree-granting institution related to the position (official or unofficial) and/or documentation of graduate coursework or relevant certification in the area of instruction; and
6. Student evaluations (optional).

Offer of hire is contingent upon receipt of official transcripts, completion of a background check, and verification of information submitted.

The University of Olivet was founded in 1844 as an institution of higher education open to all regardless of race, gender, or ability to pay. The university’s faculty and staff continue its tradition of creating and sustaining a welcoming and inclusive educational environment for students and maintain its commitment to social justice. The university is one of the most diverse private liberal arts institutions in the state of Michigan and actively seeks diversity in its students, faculty, and staff. The undergraduate student body is a mix of urban and rural students from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds, many of whom are first-generation college attendees. The university’s faculty and staff are committed to providing personalized, individualized attention for students who commit themselves to seeking academic and personal success.

Located in Olivet, Michigan, the university is within commuting distance of Lansing, Battle Creek, and Kalamazoo; two hours from the metropolitan Detroit area; and three hours from Chicago.

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