Lecturer, University Professor, Academic

Organization

Minnesota Carlson School of Management - University of Minnesota

27 Jan 2026

The University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management is seeking qualified applicants at the rank of Lecturer for one position in the Accounting Department. This is a one-year, temporary position from August 31, 2026, through May 30, 2027.

• TEACHING
  
  ACTIVITIES:
  
  Candidates will undertake high-quality teaching in the areas of accounting and data analytics. Candidates will teach fourteen credits in the  academic year. Teaching assignments will be either at the undergraduate or graduate level.
• RESEARCH
  
  ACTIVITIES:
  
  Candidates are expected to engage in high quality, academic research activities that build on their doctoral training and prepare them for an independent career.
• SERVICE
  
  ACTIVITIES:
  
  Candidates will take part in the full range of departmental;
  School and University service activities appropriate to rank.

• Candidates must have a terminal degree (PhD in Accounting or a related discipline) OR Master’s degree plus 5 years of related industry and/or academic experience. We encourage applications from candidates who are close to completion of a doctoral degree.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship.

• Candidates demonstrate high potential for teaching and research excellence, including publications in high-quality journals in accounting and related fields, and a strong commitment to serve the department, the school, and the profession.

Applicants are REQUIRED to apply online. To apply, go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and search for Job Opening . Please do not send required application materials directly to the department. To be considered for the position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and CV/resume during the initial application process.

Other REQUIRED materials and OPTIONAL materials (other than your cover letter and CV/resume) need to be attached AFTER the initial application by accessing your “My Job Applications” page and uploading documents in the “My Cover Letters and Attachments” section.

REQUIRED materials include:

• CV/resume
• Cover letter
• Job market paper
• At least two professional references

OPTIONAL materials can include:

• Additional writing samples (papers)
• Student evaluation of teaching (if available)

The Department of Accounting consists of 11 tenure-track faculty members committed to excellence in teaching and research. The tenure-track faculty teach accounting courses to undergraduate and masters’ level students, and accounting research seminars to PhD students. The faculty conducts empirical/archival and theoretical/analytical research in accounting and related disciplines.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay Range:
  Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range for this position is $145,000 - $155,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience
• Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
• Position Type:
  Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.