Associate Professor - Accounting

SSRN; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major university in Mississauga is seeking applications for a full-time Associate Professor position in Accounting. Candidates must hold a PhD and demonstrate excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate will establish a leading research program and mentor students across multiple campuses. This role is ideal for scholars looking to advance their career in a vibrant academic setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated mastery of theory and research methods in Accounting.
• Record of excellence in teaching and research.
• Established international reputation with potential for sustained externally funded research.

Responsibilities

• Establish and sustain an internationally recognized research program in Accounting.
• Teach and mentor students at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
• Collaborate with faculty and graduate students at the Rotman School of Management.

Skills

Theory, empirical, or experimental research methods

Excellence in teaching

Mentoring students

Research in Accounting

Education

PhD in Accounting or closely related field

Job description

Overview

The Department of Management at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Accounting at the rank of Associate Professor with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.

Applicants must have a PhD in Accounting or a closely related field. Candidates from all areas of Accounting are encouraged to apply. Demonstrated mastery of techniques in theory, empirical, or experimental research methods is required, as well as a clearly demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and research. The successful candidate will sustain and lead innovative and independent research and maintain an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.

Evidence of research excellence may include high-impact publications in top-ranked and field-relevant journals, the research statement, presentations at significant research seminars and conferences, awards and editorial activities, and strong endorsements from referees of high standing. Select applicants may be invited for a campus visit to present their research as part of the interview process.

Evidence of teaching excellence will be demonstrated through a teaching dossier, including a teaching statement, sample course materials, teaching evaluations, and endorsements by referees.

Responsibilities

• Establish and sustain an internationally recognized research program in Accounting.
• Teach and mentor students at the graduate and undergraduate levels within the Department and across the tri-campus network.
• Collaborate with faculty and graduate students at the Rotman School of Management and across the St. George Campus.
• Contribute to doctoral training and to management education programs (PhD; B.Com., BBA, and HBA).

Qualifications

• PhD in Accounting or closely related field.
• Demonstrated mastery of theory, empirical, or experimental research methods.
• Record of excellence in teaching and research.
• Research and teaching interests that complement and enhance departmental strengths.
• Established international reputation with potential for sustained externally funded research.

Appointment and Collaboration

The successful candidate will be appointed as a faculty member at UTM. UTM Management is part of the tri-campus network with Rotman School of Management and University of Toronto Scarborough, under the Graduate Department of Management. Successful candidates will be cross-appointed to the Accounting Area of the Rotman School of Management, providing opportunities to collaborate with faculty and graduate students at the St. George Campus.

Appointment with tenure at the rank of Associate Professor requires a tenure review following the university policy procedures.

Application Process

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online. Materials to submit include: a cover letter; current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; a recent writing sample; a diversity statement; and a teaching dossier that includes a teaching statement, course materials, and teaching evaluations. Provide the names and contact information of three referees. The Department will request letters of recommendation at a later stage. Submission guidelines can be found here: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Please upload CV and cover letter into the dedicated fields and combine additional materials in one or two PDFs. Questions may be addressed to [e-mail]. Materials must be received by October 30, 2025.

In alignment with AAU Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Academia, applicants may be required to release personnel information from prior employers regarding sexual misconduct. Full details are available through the university.

Diversity and Accessibility

UTM is committed to diversity and inclusion. We especially welcome applications from Indigenous, Black, or racially visible individuals, and from those with experience mentoring diverse groups. Applicants should include a statement describing contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). See contact information above for questions. A Diversity Survey is voluntary and results are aggregated for planning purposes. Accessibility and accommodations information are available.

Apply Here: https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Mississauga-Associate-Professor-Accounting-ON/596076617/