Open-Rank Professor of Accounting and Analytics (Tenure Track)

The Department of Accounting and Finance in the AACSB-Accredited Frank D. Hickingbotham School of Business at Ouachita Baptist University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Accounting/Business Analytics to begin August 2023. The successful candidate will exhibit excellent teaching; scholarly activity in the field; a collegial commitment to professional, university, departmental, and community service; and a Christian commitment consistent with the University’s vision, mission, and values. Primary responsibilities will include teaching a wide range of Analytics related courses as well as working with colleagues in the business school and across campus to integrate Analytics into the curriculum. Additional opportunities exist for on and off campus engagements, such as research or professional development. Rank and salary are dependent on qualifications. Earned PhD in Accounting required, and experience teaching or developing Analytics programs at the undergraduate level is preferred.

To apply, complete the Faculty Application for Employment and electronically forward the following to Dr. Chris Brune, Chair of the Accounting and Analytics Search Committee at brunec@obu.edu:

• A cover letter that makes the case for your candidacy (In your letter, describe how your strengths, gifts and experiences are a fit with the qualifications and opportunity in this profile.)
• A current curriculum vitae
• Graduate transcripts

Priority review of completed applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Consistent with our mission as a Christ-centered learning community, Ouachita Baptist University seeks to develop a diverse faculty for the benefit of our students and stakeholders. Ouachita is a Christian liberal arts university founded in 1886. Of its approximately 1,700 students, more than 1,500 undergraduates attend the university’s highly residential campus; the university also offers graduate and fully online degrees to serve students with a variety of educational programs. Ouachita’s beautiful 200-acre campus is situated on the Ouachita River, is minutes from DeGray Lake Resort State Park, and is in the foothills of the Ouachita National Forest. To learn more about the university, visit obu.edu/jobs.