Assistant Professor - Accounting

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position as an Assistant Professor in Accounting. Candidates should hold a PhD in Accounting or a related field, demonstrate excellence in research and teaching, and have the ability to contribute to diversity and inclusion. The position offers a competitive salary and is located in Toronto, Ontario.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive research environment

Qualifications

• PhD in Accounting or cognate discipline by appointment time.
• Evidence of research and teaching excellence.
• Ability to supervise graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Pursue innovative and independent research.
• Demonstrate excellence in research and teaching.
• Present at significant conferences.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching excellence

Communication skills

Data analytics teaching

Education

PhD in Accounting or cognate discipline

Job description

Overview

The Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto invites applications for up to two full-time tenure stream appointments in the Accounting Area. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.

Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Accounting or a cognate discipline with a focus on Accounting (e.g., economics) by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing strengths.

Responsibilities

• Pursue innovative and independent research at the highest level, establish an outstanding, independent research program, and publish articles in internationally recognized top-tier and field-relevant journals in the field of accounting and/or cognate disciplines.
• Demonstrate excellence in research evidenced by the job-market paper, additional research papers or publications, a research statement, and strong letters of reference from referees of high standing.
• Attend and present at significant conferences; pursue activities that contribute to recognition through awards and presentations at other highly ranked universities.
• Demonstrate excellence in teaching, including the ability to integrate theory and practice; effective communication and presentation skills; willingness to supervise graduate students; and mastery of the subject area. Evidence includes teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier, letters of reference, and performance during on-campus seminars for shortlisted candidates.
• Possess the ability to teach accounting data analytics.

Qualifications

• PhD in Accounting or cognate discipline with focus on Accounting by time of appointment or shortly thereafter.
• Evidence of research excellence as described above, including job-market paper and additional publications; strong letters of reference.
• Proven teaching excellence with ability to integrate theory and practice; strong communication and presentation skills; willingness to supervise graduate students.
• Teaching excellence evidenced by a teaching dossier, sample course materials, teaching evaluations, or equivalent evidence; ability to teach accounting data analytics.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to promote diversity among our community members. We strongly welcome and encourage candidates from Black, Indigenous, and other racially marginalized communities to apply. Applicants are invited to include in their cover letter any experiences or planned contributions to equity, diversity and inclusion in research, teaching, and/or service.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

About the Organization

U of T is Canada's largest university and has an international research reputation. The Rotman School of Management has a strong research-oriented faculty and a commitment to the professional development of its faculty. The Accounting Area provides a stimulating and supportive research environment with excellence in research and teaching.

Rotman is located in Canada’s corporate and financial center, in a diverse city. For more information about the Rotman School and its core values, visit: http://www.rotman.utoronto.ca/Connect/AboutRotman/OurValues

How to Apply

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by submitting: a cover letter including experiences or planned contributions to equity, diversity and inclusion; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement; a job-market paper and up to two additional research papers or publications; and a teaching dossier including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations or evidence of teaching-related excellence.

Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will solicit and collect letters automatically after an application is submitted. Ensure referees submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details are available in the candidate FAQ.

Submission guidelines and how to apply can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Please combine materials into one or two PDF/MS Word files. For questions about this position, contact Professor Alex Edwards, Search Committee Chair, at [e-mail] (replace with plain text when submitting).

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by October 15, 2025. Canadians and permanent residents may be given priority in the recruitment process.

Diversity Survey & Accessibility

The University invites applicants to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary and the information is confidential. For more information, please see the university’s Diversity resources at http://uoft.me/UP.

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community and is committed to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If accommodations are needed at any point during the application process, please contact [e-mail].