Assistant Professor in Financial Accounting

NHH Norwegian School of Economics; Bergen; On-site; NOK 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SPK pension plan

Research funds for travel/conferences

Bonus system for publications

Job summary

NHH Norwegian School of Economics in Bergen, Norway, invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Financial Accounting. The appointee will engage in high‑quality research and teaching, with a four‑year contract and potential for permanent progression to Associate Professor.

A PhD in Financial Accounting and strong quantitative skills are required. The department fosters a vibrant research environment, expects teaching on multiple levels, and offers support for pedagogy training

Qualifications

• PhD in Financial Accounting with a portfolio of research ready for top journals.
• Experience with quantitative archival-empirical methods in accounting.
• Fluency in English and strong teaching ability.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses at bachelor, master and PhD levels.
• Supervise student research and theses.
• Contribute to research groups and publish in top journals.
• Engage in university pedagogy initiatives and course development.

Skills

Quantitative archival-empirical

Teaching capabilities

Fluent English

Education

PhD in Financial Accounting

Job description

Assistant Professor in Financial Accounting

NHH Norwegian School of Economics

Stillingstittel Assistant Professor in Financial Accounting

NHH in Bergen, Norway, invites applications for a position as Assistant Professor in Financial Accounting at the Department of Accounting, Auditing and Law. The duration of the contract for the position is four years, with good opportunities for a permanent position as Associate Professor if and when certain requirements are met. The Department offers a stimulating research environment with internationally renowned research groups in a wide range of fields, providing high quality research and teaching. For more information, please visit our webpage.

We seek ambitious candidates early in their careers who have relevant research experience and teaching capabilities within the field of Financial Accounting. The candidates should have a PhD in Financial Accounting and possess a portfolio of projects with clear potential to be published in top-ranked journals.

To strengthen the research group in Financial Accounting we seek candidates with confirmed competence in quantitative archival‑empirical methods within the financial accounting domain. The research group is affiliated with two research centers/projects: Centre for Digital Business and Audit and Norwegian Centre for Taxation. Candidates with research experience in the relevant methods and topics and/or practical job‑experience in the audit profession will be prioritised.

Faculty members at NHH are expected to be good teachers. NHH offers the opportunity to participate in a programme for university pedagogy, and the appointee must take one basic module of the programme for university pedagogy in the course of the fixed‑term period. The appointee is expected to be involved in teaching on an average of one course per year and conduct some student supervision in degree programs at bachelor, master and PhD levels. Candidates must be fluently in English. Formal pedagogical education and/or practical experience with teaching will count positively for the job.

NHH offers

The salary will be negotiable within the Norwegian State Salary Scale for assistant professors. NHH offers a favourable arrangement with membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund (SPK), generous research funds for travelling and conference participation, and a bonus system for publication in top international journals.

In Norway, public health care, public schooling for children and most other public services are free. The city of Bergen has a mild and coastal climate and offers rich opportunities for cultural and outdoor activities as well as a family‑friendly environment (explore visitnorway.com).

General information

The appointee must comply with the guidelines that apply to the position at any time. NHH emphasises diversity and encourages qualified candidates to apply for the position regardless of gender, age, disabilities and cultural background. In the assessment of applicants, experience with teaching and international research cooperation will be given weight. For the sake of gender balance at NHH, female applicants will be given preference in the event of equivalent qualifications among candidates. As part of the recruitment process, a background check may be conducted with the candidates' consent. Further inquiries regarding the position should be directed to Finn Kinserdal, Head of Department, by email: [e-mail]. Deadline for applications is 11 October 2026. This date also applies to the submission of publications/written work.

NHH Norwegian School of Economics is one of the leading business schools in Europe. We have an internationally recognised research environment and collaborate with 195 universities and business schools worldwide. NHH is the first choice for students who want to study business administration in Norway. Our activities are characterised by high quality, strong ethical standards, and a collective drive for common goals.

In close partnership with the business community and society, we generate and disseminate new knowledge and create value for a sustainable future. NHH is located in the city of Bergen and has around 3,750 students and 455 employees.