Open Rank Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty, Carlos Alvarez College of Business, Accounting

Position Information

Open Rank

The Department of Accounting in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) seeks applicants for Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Accounting beginning Fall 2027.

The University of Texas at San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence - advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Department of Accounting in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business

The Accounting Department has 14 tenured/tenure-track faculty members. Faculty members are actively engaged in research and support the existing doctoral, masters, and undergraduate programs within the college. Untenured, tenure-track faculty teaches three courses per year.

With over 5,000 students, the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UT San Antonio is AACSB accredited and offers a variety of bachelor's and master's programs as well as Ph.D. programs in four areas. Additional information about UT San Antonio and the Carlos Alvarez College of Business can be found at the following websites: http://www.utsa.edu/ and https://business.utsa.edu/.

Salary Range: Commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Position Summary

Open rank tenure-track/tenured position in Accounting with an emphasis in artificial intelligence and analytics (open rank with a preference for assistant professors).

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Accounting (candidates nearing completion of their Ph.D. are eligible to apply if the requirements for the Ph.D. degree are expected to be completed prior to the commencement of the appointment).
• Specialization in emerging areas of accounting, including AI, data analytics, and technology-enabled auditing and assurance.
• Strong evidence of scholarly research in areas related to artificial intelligence and analytics or closely related topics in accounting (e.g., a portfolio of research papers that are published or provide evidence of potential for publication in top-tier accounting journals).
• Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels in core accounting courses, including financial accounting, auditing, and AI, as needed, along with related professional service activities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability and desire to work collegially with faculty and students from wide-ranging backgrounds.
• This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

Preferred Qualifications

• Published research related to emerging areas of accounting, including AI, data analytics, and technology-enabled auditing and assurance in top accounting journals.
• Interest in mentoring and developing doctoral students.

Application Process

To apply, applicants must upload the following:

• CV with the names and contact information of at least three references.
• Cover letter describing their interest in the position.
• How their teaching and research experience fits the position.

For candidates at the level of Associate or Full Professor, tenure is contingent upon Board of Regents approval.

Questions about the application can be addressed to Dr. Dennis M. Lopez, Faculty Search Committee Chairperson, at dennis.lopez@utsa.edu.

Posting Close Date: For full consideration, applicants should submit their materials no later than September 28, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.