Professor of Accounting

Tenure-Track Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Accounting

The Tommy and Victoria Baker School of Business at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Accounting at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level, beginning Fall 2027.

Position Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in accounting.
• Maintain Scholarly Academic (SA) status through ongoing high-quality peer-reviewed publications and other scholarly activities, in accordance with Baker School of Business criteria.
• Advise and mentor accounting majors, supporting their academic, professional, and ethical development.
• Actively promote the accounting program both within the institution and externally through professional engagement.
• Participate in normal service activities, including departmental and school-level committee work.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• An earned doctorate in Accounting from an AACSB-accredited (or equivalent) institution (ABD candidates will be considered for the assistant professor level if the dissertation defense is expected before employment begins).
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.

Preferred:

• Active professional licensure (e.g., CPA, CMA).
• Professional experience in accounting or a related field.
• A record of or potential for publishing in high-quality peer-reviewed academic journals.

The Citadel’s Tommy & Victoria Baker School of Business

The Tommy & Victoria Baker School of Business is an AACSB International-accredited institution located on The Citadel’s campus in beautiful Charleston, on the coast of South Carolina. Now situated in its own recently completed educational building, the School of Business engages state-of-the-art technology and media resources for innovative, highly effective business education. The School offers multiple undergraduate programs, an undergraduate degree completion program, and an online MBA program.  The Baker School of Business serves approximately 1,100 undergraduate and graduate students.

The Citadel maintains a heritage of excellence in education, with a strong emphasis on leadership education and development. It has been ranked by U.S. News and World Report for eleven consecutive years as the #1 Public College in the South, offering programs leading to a master’s degree. It is also named as one of the Ten Most Innovative Schools in the South. The Citadel is the home of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets and offers a unique, residential undergraduate experience in a military college setting. Graduate students, including MBA students, undertake programs in the nonresidential Citadel Graduate College.

You would join us as an integral member of a well-established team of academic professionals who are committed to educating and developing innovative leaders of principle to serve a global community.

 About The Citadel

The Citadel: The Military College of South Carolina is a public senior military college located in Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1842, The Citadel has a rich history and educational reputation. With our current location on the banks of the Ashley River in downtown Charleston, you are close to great restaurants, shopping and much more.

Approximately 2,300 undergraduate students make up the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. Roughly 30% of our cadet graduates earn a military commission. Students can choose from 31 Majors, 57 Minors, pre-health professions, and pre-law (a concentration in political science). The 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio ensures students receive a high-quality education. Another 1,200 students attend the Citadel Graduate College’s evening and online programs.

Benefits of Working at The Citadel

• Extensive Health Plans
• Great Retirement Options
• Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents
• Paid Parental Leave
• Isle of Palms Beach Club
• Swain Family Boat Center
• Community Service Opportunities
• Read more about our benefits on our HR website

Application Instructions

Dr. Wesley Jones, Department Head for Accounting and Finance, will be attending the American Accounting Association (AAA) Annual Meeting in August. Candidates attending the conference are encouraged to email him at jonesw1@citadel.edu to arrange a meeting during the event. Candidates unable to attend may also email to request a Zoom meeting.

Applicants should submit the following:

- Cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the position

- Curriculum vitae

- Statement of teaching philosophy

- Statement of research interests and scholarly agenda

- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluations, sample syllabi)

- Contact information for three professional references

Priority review of applications will begin on August 20, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Materials should be submitted electronically to https://jobs.citadel.edu/

Why Charleston?

Located in one of America’s most beautiful and livable cities, Charleston, South Carolina offers a rich blend of history, culture, culinary excellence, and coastal charm. The city consistently ranks among the best in the U.S. for quality of life, and its vibrant economy, temperate climate, and recreational opportunities make it an ideal location for faculty and families alike.