Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Accounting

SSRN; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Canada is seeking a full-time Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Accounting to join the Edwards School of Business. This role focuses on contributing to research and teaching in financial accounting, auditing, and taxation. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in Accounting or be near completion, with ample opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision

Pension and life insurance

Disability and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Accounting or nearing completion required.
• CPA designation as an asset.
• Experiences with teaching financial accounting and reporting or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research excellence through peer-reviewed publications.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in financial accounting, auditing, taxation, and data analytics.

Skills

Research excellence

Financial accounting

Auditing

Taxation

Data analytics

Education

Ph.D. in Accounting or near completion

Job description

Organization

Edwards School of Business, University of Saskatchewan

Location

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Posted

Posted date not specified

Position

Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Accounting

Job Description & Qualifications

Applications are invited for a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Accounting, Edwards School of Business, University of Saskatchewan, starting around July 1, 2026 (negotiable).

The successful candidate will contribute to research excellence through peer-reviewed publications and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in financial accounting and reporting, auditing, taxation, or data analytics.

Requirements include a Ph.D. in Accounting or near completion, with CPA designation as an asset. Exceptional candidates with significant experience may also apply. Salary and rank depend on qualifications and experience.

Application materials include a cover letter, CV, research working paper, teaching statement, and three references. Candidates must specify their citizenship or work authorization status.

Applications should be sent to Prof. Regan Schmidt at [e-mail] by February 28, 2026. Review begins fall 2025.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, pension, life insurance, disability, and wellness programs.

About the Organization

The University of Saskatchewan is a research-intensive university known for pioneering accounting education in Canada. The Edwards School of Business offers undergraduate, master's, and MBA programs. Located in Saskatoon, the university fosters a vibrant community with diverse opportunities and over 25,000 students.