Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Accounting

SSRN; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research-intensive university in Saskatoon is seeking a Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Accounting to contribute to research excellence and teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Accounting with a strong research interest in financial accounting, auditing, taxation, or data analytics. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative academic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension plan

Flexible health and wellness spending program

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Accounting or equivalent required.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is an asset.
• Candidates near completion of Ph.D. may apply.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to excellence in research and scholarship.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate levels in primary research areas.

Job description

Organization

Edwards School of Business, University of Saskatchewan

Position

Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Accounting

Location

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Overview

Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a full-time tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Accounting, Edwards School of Business at the University of Saskatchewan with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026 (or negotiable). The successful candidate will join a research-intensive environment and will be expected to contribute to excellence in research and scholarship through high-quality peer-reviewed publications in their areas of expertise. Preferred candidates will have their primary research interest in financial accounting and reporting, auditing, taxation or data analytics, along with a desire to teach these subjects at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Accounting or equivalent (candidates near completion of their Ph.D. may apply if requirements will be completed imminently).

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation will be an asset. Although the Department is seeking an Assistant Professor, exceptionally qualified, experienced and accomplished candidates may also apply.

• Ranks and salary will be based on academic and professional qualifications, experience and accomplishments of the successful candidate.

Offer and Benefits

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to excellence in research and scholarship through high-quality peer-reviewed publications in their areas of expertise and to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels in their areas of primary research interest (financial accounting and reporting, auditing, taxation or data analytics).

Application Instructions

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

• A cover letter of application, including a statement of citizenship/immigration status*
• A detailed and current curriculum vitae
• A current working paper from your research
• A teaching statement including evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available
• Three current letters of reference forwarded by referees directly to the Department Head at the email address noted below.

*Due to federal immigration requirements, indicate whether you are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.

Submission Contact

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Completed applications must be emailed to:

Prof. Regan Schmidt
Search Committee Chair and Department Head of Accounting
Edwards School of Business, University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK, S7N 5A7
Email: [e-mail]

Deadline

The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026 (or negotiable). Review of applications will begin in fall 2025 and applications received after February 28, 2026 will not be considered.

About the Organization

The University of Saskatchewan is an internationally recognized research-intensive university with a rich history in accounting scholarship. The Edwards School of Business offers an AACSB-accredited program with undergraduate, MPAcc, M.Sc., and MBA programs. For more information, visit http://www.edwards.usask.ca. Saskatoon is a diverse city with a vibrant economy and culture.