Professor / Associate Professor – Accounting

Karlstad University; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Annual leave

Wellness initiatives

Tuition discounts for employees’ kids

Job summary

Taylor’s University invites applications for Professor/Associate Professor – Accounting. The School of Accounting & Finance seeks leaders who will advance teaching excellence, drive research, and strengthen external partnerships in a dynamic Malaysian university setting.

As part of the expansion, candidates should demonstrate a PhD in Accounting, substantial leadership, and a track record of supervising PhD students and securing research funding. Competitive remuneration and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• PhD in Accounting with substantial leadership in academia or practice.
• Strong record of teaching excellence and use of technology in learning.
• Proven research output and ability to supervise PhD students.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic leadership in teaching, curriculum development, and learning outcomes.
• Lead research initiatives, publish in high-impact journals, and secure external grants.
• Contribute to department and school administration and external partnerships.

Skills

Leadership

Innovative teaching

Teaching with technology

PhD supervision

Education

PhD in Accounting

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Professor / Associate Professor – Accounting

Taylor's Universityclimbs to27thin theQS Asia University Rankings 2026, reaffirming its status asSoutheast Asia's No.1 private universityfor the fifth consecutive year and securing its place amongAsia's Top 30. This milestone reflects Taylor's commitment to academic excellence and transformative education. Taylor'sSchool of Accounting & Financeis dedicated to shaping analytically sharp, industry-ready professionals equipped to navigate an evolving financial landscape. Through a curriculum grounded in rigour and real-world relevance, strong ties with the accounting and finance industry, and a global outlook, the School empowers graduates to lead with integrity and drive impact across business and finance.

As part of our continued expansion, Taylor's School of Accounting & Finance invites applications for a full-time academic appointment at Professor and Associate Professor level inAccounting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching and Learning

• Provide academic leadership in teaching and learning, including curriculum innovation, programme development, and the enhancement of pedagogical practices
• Design, prepare and deliver high-quality teaching and learning materials; conduct lectures, tutorials, and assessments in line with best practices to optimise student learning outcomes
• Mentor and support colleagues and postgraduate students in developing effective teaching and learning strategies
• Supervise postgraduate research and foster a culture of scholarly teaching and continuous improvement
• Uphold and advance high standards of teaching excellence to meet and exceed the University’s expectations for academic quality and student success.

Research

• Provide academic leadership in scholarly activities, including leading research projects, publishing in high-impact journals, presenting at international conferences, and engaging in relevant community or industry collaborations.
• Initiate and secure external research grants, and mentor colleagues in developing their research capacity.
• Achieve and sustain the specified research output and impact targets consistent with the Professor level of appointment.

Administration and Other Activities

• Provide leadership and strategic contributions in departmental, school, and faculty administration through active participation in committees, working groups, and governance activities.
• Lead or contribute to initiatives that enhance the effectiveness and reputation of the University’s academic and operational functions.
• Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to the advancement of academic and institutional excellence.
• Establish and strengthen linkages with external organisations, industry partners, and professional bodies to foster collaboration and promote the University’s academic profile.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR PROFESSOR

• Possess aPhD in Accounting(or related field) with at leasteight (8) yearsof academic/industry experience
• Proven leadership experience in academia or professional practice.
• Skilled in innovative teaching methodologies and use of technology in learning.
• Strong research track record:
  • Scopus h-index of more than 10 (preferred)
  • Main supervisor for more than three (3) PhD graduates
  • More than ten (10) publications in Q1 and Q2 journals (ISI, SCOPUS, Clarivate) in the last 5 years
  • Secured more than RM150k to RM200k in research grants as main PI

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

• Possess aPhD in Accounting(or related field) with at leastfive (5) yearsof academic/industry experience
• Proven leadership experience in academia or professional practice.
• Skilled in innovative teaching methodologies and use of technology in learning.
• Strong research track record:
  • Scopus h-index of more than 5 (preferred)
  • Main supervisor for more than two (2) PhD graduates
  • More than three (3) publications in Q1 and Q2 journals (ISI, SCOPUS, Clarivate) in the last 5 years
  • Secured more than RM75k to RM100k in research grants as main PI

What We Offer

At Taylor’s, we believe in supporting our academics holistically—professionally and personally. You will enjoy:

• A vibrant and diverse academic community with strong international collaborations
• Opportunities for research funding and industry partnerships
• Professional development and career progression pathways
• Supportive environment for grant applications, IP, and innovation
• Access to world-class facilities, digital resources, and a modern learning ecosystem
• A culture of innovation and collaboration that empowers you to shape the future of education
• Competitive remuneration package with benefits such as healthcare coverage, annual leave, wellness initiatives, and tuition discounts for employees’ children

To help us get to know your background better, kindly include (where applicable):

• Publications inISI/Scopus/Clarivateover the last five (5) years, with journal ranking (Q1, Q2, etc.)
• Your years ofteaching and/or industry experience
• Scopus h-index
• Details ofresearch grant(s)secured as Principal Investigator (title, your role, and total amount)
• Number ofPhD and/or Master’s studentssuccessfully supervised and your role
• AnyIntellectual Property (IP)you may hold (patents, copyrights, trademarks)

Job details

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Professor / Associate Professor – Accounting

Taylor’s has again been named the number one private university in Southeast Asia by the QS World University Rankings for third year in a row.