Tenured or Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Accounting

TheDepartment of Accounting and Business Analytics in the Alberta School of Business University of Alberta invites applications for a full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty position in Accounting. Up to 2 appointments may be filled. The anticipated start date is July 1 2027.

For an appointment at the Assistant Professor level candidates must have or be close to completing a PhD in an Accounting field with demonstrated potential to publish top-level research and achieve teaching excellence; appointment in the latter case will be contingent upon the completion of the PhD by an agreed-upon date. Appointments at a more senior level (Associate or Full Professor) may be considered depending on qualifications and experience. For an associate/full professor appointment we require a reputation for making high quality contributions to top accounting journals and evidence of teaching excellence.

• Teach accounting courses in undergraduate and graduate programs
• Conducting and publishing research in top tier accounting journals
• Service to the Schools academic activities
• Play an active role in success and development in PhD program

• Candidates must have or be close to completing a PhD in an Accounting field.
• Must demonstrate potential to publish top-level research and achieve teaching excellence.
• Must possess an excellent record or strong potential for publication in top (FT) Accounting journals.
• Should have empirical capability to conduct Archival or Behavioral research.
• Must provide evidence of teaching excellence.
• Consideration will be given to applicants who:
  • Have demonstrated the impact of their research.
  • Show established teaching skills.
  • Have a record of service at the departmental institutional national and/or international levels.
• Candidates must have a proven track record ofor interest ininstitution building and service in addition to exceptional scholarship in Accounting.
• Proficiency in English is required.
• A CPA certificate or general managerial experience will be considered an asset.

About the team

TheAlberta School of Business is one of the worlds leading institutions in business education and research and is the first and longest continually accredited business school in Canada. Were positioned to help shape the future of business with over 140 tenured tenure-track faculty and fulland part-time academic teaching staff members who are at the forefront of cutting-edge research and innovative teaching. With 3000 students in our undergraduate program and 950 students in our graduate programs (including 58 PhD students) we are dedicated to fostering a welcome and supportive environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. We equip our faculty and students with the latest insights and tools to ensure students receive a transformative learning experience that prepares them for success in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

Since 1916 the innovative ideas entrepreneurial spirit and leadership of the Schools more than 33000 alumni have strengthened businesses and communities worldwide. We actively foster partnerships with local businesses organizations and government agencies allowing our students and faculty to address real-world challenges and contribute directly to the local and global economy. Our outreach programs extend beyond the classroom empowering students to use their skills for the betterment of society.

At the Alberta School of Business youll be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking community that values collaboration inclusivity and continuous growth making it an exceptional place to contribute your talents and expertise.

Located in Western Canada the province of Alberta boasts diverse landscapes from the Canadian Rocky Mountains to wide open prairies and blue skies. The University of Alberta is situated in the provincial capital of Edmonton. This city is a vibrant multi-cultural centre with over one million people that offers the benefits of an urban lifestyle combined with high-quality schools varied restaurants excellent theatre year round festivals reliable public transportation and ample recreation opportunities.

Application Instructions:

Please click Apply Now and submit the following in one PDF document under Resume & Cover Letter.

Interested candidates must submit a complete application which includes the following:

• A detailed and current curriculum vitae;
• A current working paper from your research;
• Teaching ratings;
• A teaching statement including evidence of teaching effectiveness if available; and
• Three current letters of reference who have been asked to send confidential letters of assessment.

Please have your references send their letters of assessment by e-mail (PDF files) to:

Dr. Karim Jamal Chair

Department of Accounting and Business Analytics

Alberta School of Business

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The successful candidate will be offered a tenured or tenure-track appointment at the rank ofAssistant Associate or Full Professorincluding a comprehensivebenefits package.

The terms and conditions of this appointment are governed bySchedule A of the collective agreement between the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta and the Association of Academic Staff of the University of Alberta.