Dhillon School of Business - Instructor III (Accounting)

The University of Lethbridge; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Instructor III in Accounting to join their dynamic Dhillon School of Business. This full-time position offers the opportunity to inspire and educate the next generation of accounting professionals. With a focus on teaching excellence, the successful candidate will engage students through innovative instructional methods and contribute to curriculum development. The role also involves active participation in governance and student-related functions, fostering a collaborative learning environment. If you are passionate about accounting and committed to student success, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant academic community.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in accounting and Canadian CPA designation required.
• Teaching experience at the university level is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Instruction and assessment of accounting courses.
• Course content updating and curriculum development.
• Active involvement in School and Accounting Area governance.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Accounting Knowledge

Taxation

Managerial Accounting

Accounting Information Systems

Financial Accounting

Accounting Technology

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Accounting

Canadian CPA Designation

Graduate Degree in Business

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Dhillon School of Business - Instructor III (Accounting)

About the University

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Work where the world comes to create, discover and learn. We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions. With more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students, two campuses (Lethbridge and Calgary), seven faculties and schools, and more than 2,500 employees, ULethbridge is Lethbridge’s second largest employer. Faculty and staff come together to contribute, each in their own way, to establishing ULethbridge as Canada’s destination university. In 2022, Lethbridge was recognized as one of Canada’s top small cities.

Position Details

THE UNIVERSITY OF LETHBRIDGE invites applications for one full time continuing instructor position at the Instructor III rank in the Accounting area of the Dhillon School of Business on our Lethbridge Campus beginning on July 1, 2025. Other start dates may be considered if candidates cannot begin the position on this date.

Preference will be given to those individuals with experience teaching or significant work experience in taxation, managerial accounting, accounting information systems, or financial accounting. Work experience with or experience incorporating accounting technology in the classroom is desirable.

Instructor Responsibilities

Instructor responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Instruction and assessment;
2. Course content updating to ensure alignment with emerging practice and professional competency requirements;
3. Ongoing pedagogical and assessment improvements;
4. Course and curriculum development;
5. Active involvement in School and Accounting Area governance;
6. Other service activities such as case competition coaching, participation in student related functions, and participation in CPA events and CPA liaison and reporting initiatives.

Courses on the Lethbridge campus are typically taught in-person during the day, though some evening teaching may be needed. Online or hybrid teaching (with some students in-person while other students attend class concurrently online) may also be required.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must possess an undergraduate degree in accounting, and a Canadian CPA designation. A graduate degree in business is desirable. The applicant should have accounting work experience, and be willing and able to continue with limited ongoing accounting activities in a work or volunteer context to maintain their professional competence, as well as professional development activities to maintain their Canadian CPA designation. Teaching experience at the university level is desirable, as well as experience teaching in accounting professional programs. A commitment to teaching excellence and engagement with students is required.

Application Process

To apply for the position, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, the names of three references who can speak to your accounting or teaching skills, and evidence of teaching effectiveness if you have taught previously, such as teaching evaluations. Applications reviews will begin March 21, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Lethbridge hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity and diversity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference. Thank you to all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Evaluations
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Contact Information for Three References

Optional Documents

• Additional Documents