Assistant/Associate Professor in Accounting

Cambridge Judge Business School (CJBS) leverages the power of academia for real-world impact to transform individuals, organisations and society. Since 1990, CJBS has forged a reputation as a centre of rigorous thinking and high-impact transformative education, situated within one of the world's most prestigious research universities, and in the heart of the Cambridge Cluster, the most successful technology entrepreneurship cluster in Europe.

CJBS is a highly ranked modern business school, that sits at the heart of the 800-year-old University of Cambridge in juxtaposition of the past with the future. The Accounting group is looking to recruit a research scholar in marketing at the Associate Professor or Assistant Professor level.

The Accounting group at Cambridge Judge focuses on the creation, dissemination, attestation, interpretation, use and governance of financial and environmental, social and governance information. We explore how business managers utilise information to make strategic decisions and how public companies report financial and non-financial information to key stakeholders. The Accounting group studies accounting as a public policy matter that is crucial for society as well as business.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in accounting or a related discipline and will have a record of impactful research, evidenced by publications and a strong paper pipeline. They will possess excellent teaching experience in premium business school degree programs or executive education engagements. Project administration and dissertation supervision are also expected. The appointment will be made at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level, depending on the candidate's experience. Appointments may be made with or without tenure, depending on the candidate's record. For those appointed on a tenure track, a decision will be made within five years.

We anticipate the start date to be 1 September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter and offer a competitive package of benefits.

Please ensure that the following documents are included in your application:

• Curriculum vitae.
• Covering letter explaining your interest in the post.
• Job market paper.
• A one-page statement specifying research interests and future plans.
• Evidence of teaching performance.

Please provide the names and contact details of three referees on the online form. We will contact the referees of longlisted candidates directly to request references. Referees will be asked to comment specifically on the candidate's ability to undertake this particular role.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to visit Cambridge for a departmental visit, informal discussions with faculty, a presentation, and a formal interview.

We particularly welcome applications from female candidates and individuals from BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) backgrounds, as these groups are currently underrepresented at this level within our department.

If you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply promptly. The closing date for this advertisement may be earlier than initially indicated, should a number of suitably qualified candidates submit applications. We also reserve the right to extend the closing date, if necessary, until the position is filled.

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Informal queries may be directed to hrsupport@jbs.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference NS48633 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Key information

Department/location

Judge Business School

Salary

Competitive

Reference

NS48633

Category

Academic

Date published

23 March 2026

Closing date

30 June 2026