Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting

SSRN; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is seeking outstanding scholars to tenure-track positions in Accounting beginning in the 2027-28 academic year. We invite applications from those who hold a PhD (or equivalent) in the relevant field(s) or expect to complete the requirements for a PhD in accounting by July 1, 2027 or soon thereafter.

(We require all tenure track faculty to have a PhD or equivalent.

Qualifications

• PhD in accounting or equivalent by July 1, 2027 (or soon thereafter).
• Ability to conduct original research of exceptionally high quality.
• Willingness to teach effectively and participate in the academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original research and publish in top-tier journals.
• Teach courses in accounting and mentor students.
• Engage in service to the department and program and contribute to a diverse scholarly community.

Skills

Research in accounting

Teaching

Academic writing

Education

PhD in Accounting

Job description

Organization

University of Chicago Booth School of Business

Assistant/Associate Professor of Accounting

Job Description & Qualification

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is seeking to appoint outstanding scholars to tenure-track positions in Accounting beginning in the 2027-28 academic year. We invite applications from those who hold a PhD (or equivalent) in the relevant field(s) or expect to complete the requirements for a PhD in accounting by July 1, 2027 or soon thereafter. (We require all tenure track faculty to have a PhD or equivalent. We will appoint those whose degree requirements have not been satisfied by this date as instructors, the expectation being that all PhD requirements will be satisfied soon thereafter, at which time you will be appointed as an assistant professor.)

Applicants should be interested in contributing to a program that welcomes, respects, and supports a diverse community of scholars. Members of our faculty are expected to conduct original research of exceptionally high quality, to teach effectively, and to participate in and contribute to the academic environment.

Each candidate should submit a curriculum vita, job market paper, and the names of at least two scholars qualified and willing to evaluate the candidate’s ability, training, and potential for research and teaching.

We will begin reviewing applications on October 1, 2026, and strongly encourage you to submit your application by November 9, 2026. We will continue to accept applications until April 1, 2027.

This position is benefits eligible - for information on benefits, please consult the University of Chicago Benefits Guide: https://mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/.

The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.

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Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email [e-mail] with their request.

The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.