Faculty Positions in Accounting

European Commission; Canada; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Canada is seeking full-time Assistant/Associate Professors in Accounting for September 2025. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in Accounting, demonstrate teaching effectiveness, and engage in impactful research. This role offers a dynamic academic environment with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. from an AACSB or EQUIS accredited university preferred.
• Strong record of research and publications.
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness at the university level.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate accounting courses.
• Engage in high-quality research leading to publications.
• Supervise student research and capstone projects.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness

Research potential

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Ph.D. in Accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software tools

Job description

Organisation/Company ABU DHABI UNIVERSITY Research Field Management sciences Economics Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Country Canada Application Deadline 20 Jun 2025 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

College of Business

Full-Time Faculty Positions in Accounting – Abu Dhabi University

(Sept. 2025 Start)

Faculty Positions in Accounting Abu Dhabi University – College of Business Al Ain Campus Full-Time | Assistant/Associate Professor Start Date: September 2025

The Department of Finance and Accounting within the College of Business at Abu Dhabi University invites applications for full-time Assistant Professors in Accounting for Fall/Autumn 2025. As a leading academic institution in the region, accredited by both AACSB and EQUIS, and with a strong global ranking, Abu Dhabi University's College of Business offers a dynamic academic environment focused on rigor, innovation, impactful research, and teaching excellence.

Position Overview

We are seeking academically qualified and experienced candidates who are passionate about teaching and research in the field of accounting. Ideal applicants will demonstrate strong scholarly potential, excellence in teaching, and a commitment to academic service.

We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in high-demand and emerging areas of accounting, including:

• Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Data Analytics and Emerging Technologies in Accounting
• Auditing and Assurance in a Digital Environment
• International and Comparative Accounting
• Public Sector and Nonprofit Accounting
• ESG Reporting and Integrated Reporting

Candidates should be able to engage students through innovative, technology-enhanced instruction and contribute to the development of programs aligned with international standards and industry practices.

Responsibilities: The successful candidates will be expected to:

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate accounting courses across a range of core and specialized areas.
• Engage in high-quality research leading to publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Supervise student research, capstone projects, and theses.
• Contribute to curriculum design and program development, especially in response to emerging trends such as data analytics in accounting and digital tools.
• Participate actively in academic service, including committee work and institutional development initiatives.
• Build connections with the professional and business community to enhance the relevance and impact of the accounting program.

Qualifications:

Candidates must possess:

• •A Ph.D. in Accounting or a closely related field, preferably from a university accredited by AACSB, EQUIS, or listed in the top 200 global rankings.
• •A strong record of or potential for quality research and scholarly publications.
• •Demonstrated teaching effectiveness at the university level.
• •Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching a broad portfolio of accounting courses.
• Familiarity with integrating accounting analytics or relevant software tools into the classroom.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or ACCA.
• Prior experience in online or blended learning environments.
• Industry experience in accounting, auditing, or financial reporting.

Application Procedure: Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents in PDF format:

• A cover letter outlining their qualifications, teaching philosophy, research agenda, and preferred academic rank (Assistant or Associate Professor).
• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV), including a full list of publications with Scopus rankings if applicable.
• A statement of research interests and future research plans.
• A statement of teaching philosophy along with evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., teaching evaluations, sample syllabi).
• Contact information for three academic referees.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. The anticipated start date is September 2025.