Postdoctoral Associate

Job Description

The Department of Accounting and Information Systems seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to support and advance high-quality research in accounting. The Postdoctoral Associate will work closely with Dr. Robert Davidson and other faculty members on active research projects, with substantial opportunities for co-authorship. The position is fully research-focused, with optional teaching development opportunities available by mutual agreement.

The department offers a collaborative and intellectually engaging research environment and maintains strong connections among faculty and doctoral students

Appointment and Support

• Term: One-year appointment beginning August 10, 2026, with the option to renew for a second year
• Compensation: From comprehensive insurance plans to retirement options and life insurance, Virginia Tech offers employees a robust benefits program. This full range of benefits, services, and competitive salaries are an integral part of the university's total compensation package and just one of the many things that make Virginia Tech a great place to work.
• Research Support: Annual allowance for research-related expenses and conference travel
• Resources: Computer and necessary software provided by the school

Key Responsibilities

The Postdoctoral Associate will:

• Develop research ideas and contribute to study design in areas including corporate governance and financial reporting
• Collect, clean, and manage large archival datasets
• Conduct rigorous empirical analyses
• Perform literature reviews and assist in positioning manuscripts for submission to top-tier academic journals
• Collaborate closely with the department head, faculty, and students to advance departmental research initiatives
• Mentor PhD students by supporting their research development and fostering a collaborative research environment
• Strengthen scholarly connections among faculty and doctoral students
• Present research findings at academic conferences, workshops, and seminars

In addition to collaborative research, the Postdoctoral Associate is expected to actively pursue independent research and participate fully in the department’s research culture, including attending workshops and seminars.

Required Qualifications

• Applicants should hold a PhD in Accounting or a closely related field such as Finance or Economics.
• Ph.D. must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining. Candidates who are near completion of their PhD may also apply.
• Applicants should demonstrate evidence of research potential.
• An interest in high-quality academic research is important.
• The ability to work both collaboratively and independently is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive academic community

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience

Hours per week

40

Review Date

April 27, 2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.