Description

Appointment Type: Tenure Track
State Title: Assistant Professor
Bargaining Unit: AFT
Employment Type: 35 hour work week/Full-time
Expected Term: 8/8/26 - 6/8/29
Compensation: Range 26/$ 122,290.64 - $ 130,727.02

About TCNJ

Founded in 1855, TCNJ is a selective public primarily undergraduate institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. TCNJ emphasizes the residential experience for our nearly 7,500 full-time students. Students benefit from a 13-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio and an average class size of 24 students, which has contributed to TCNJ attaining a first-year to sophomore retention rate of 94%, a 4-year graduation rate of 76% (4th highest among U.S. publics), and an 86% six-year graduation rate. TCNJ has received national recognition for its teacher-scholar faculty model and deep engagement of our undergraduates in research, scholarship, and creative activity. TCNJ also has a Phi Beta Kappa chapter-an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges nationally. A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for programs offered through TCNJ's seven schools-Arts and Communication; Business; Education; Engineering; Humanities and Social Sciences; Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science; and Science. TCNJ is located within an hour of New York City and Philadelphia. The College's campus is set in suburban Ewing Township and is known for its natural beauty.

For more information about the college, please visit: http://www.tcnj.edu/ .

About the Department, School, and College



The Department of Accounting and Information Systems at TCNJ is part of the AACSB-accredited School of Business, which focuses on high-quality undergraduate education grounded in a liberal arts tradition. The department offers a rigorous curriculum of ten accounting courses built on the school's business core, integrating theory with current practice and applications in areas such as auditing, tax, financial accounting, and information systems. Faculty are full-time teacher-scholars engaged in research and dedicated to mentoring students.

Students benefit from small class sizes, experiential learning opportunities-including an audit lab and study abroad-and a strong record of success in CPA exam performance and job placement. The department supports student-faculty research collaboration and prepares students for careers across public, corporate, nonprofit, and governmental sectors.

The School of Business enrolls approximately 1,300 students, including a small MBA cohort, and emphasizes civic responsibility, global awareness, and interdisciplinary learning. Faculty are expected to contribute to teaching, research, and service in alignment with TCNJ's teacher-scholar model.

TCNJ is widely recognized as an outstanding public college that attracts an exceptional student body. We are located on a beautiful suburban campus that is easily accessible to both New York and Philadelphia. The College is deeply committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where all members can thrive. For further information, please visit our website at: https://business.tcnj.edu/

Position Overview:

The Department of Accounting and Information Systems at TCNJ invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Information Systems with a specialty in Accounting to join our community starting in August 2026.

Applicants with teaching interests in all areas of accounting and information systems are encouraged to apply.

We are interested in candidates whose research and teaching will connect and integrate with other disciplines and who have the potential to collaboratively contribute to interdisciplinary curricular and scholarly efforts. Candidates should be committed to inclusive excellence in higher education, demonstrated, for example, through culturally responsive course design and pedagogy, equity-minded student engagement and mentorship, and cultivating intercultural competencies needed for meaningful citizenship.

Qualifications:

Required:

• The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and the ability to connect information technology with accounting concepts in both classroom and professional settings.
• The successful candidate will have earned, or be near completion of, a Ph.D. in Information Systems, Accounting Information Systems, or related disciplines from an AACSB-accredited institution. ABDs will be considered.
• Professional certification (such as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant) is a plus.
• The successful candidate must commit to publishing in peer-reviewed journals, advise and mentor students, and engage in service to the college community.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates who apply data analytics, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies to accounting, auditing, or financial data in applied or regulatory contexts.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).

Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact [email protected] .

Employee Benefits

As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public university career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans
• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee affinity groups
• New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)
• Access to extensive learning opportunities

To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!

How to Apply

Please submit the following online through the TCNJ college employment page: cover letter describing your interests in the position, your curriculum vitae, statement of your teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, graduate transcript, contact information of three references, and a recent sample of your scholarly work.

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and integrity.