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The Telfer School of Management invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in accounting. Applications from candidates at all ranks will be considered, with an anticipated start date of July 1st, 2027.
Title of Position
Professor in accounting. The rank is commensurate with experience.
Duties
Academic staff functions include, in varying proportions: teaching, research, and academic service activities.
- Scholarly and research activities: develop and maintain an active research agenda in the field of accounting and related areas such as auditing.
- Teaching activities: teaching, as assigned, at the undergraduate and graduate levels; supervise in graduate programs, as required.
- Academic service activities: The candidate will be an active member of the Accounting and Finance section. Administrative duties will be agreed upon with the section and the Dean.
Preferences
Preference will be given to candidates with strong ability to teach in both official languages (French and English) and who hold a Canadian CPA designation.
Terms
New tenure-track position.
Wage
The salary scale for an assistant professor starts at $99,377 (as of May 1, 2025).
Benefits package
The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package, which includes long-term disability insurance, basic group life insurance, health insurance, University of Ottawa pension plan and optional life insurance, as well as reimbursement of eligible relocation expenses.
Location of work
Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa, Desmarais Hall, Ottawa ON K1N 6N5.
Contact information
Telfer Recruitment Team, Telfer School of Management, Ottawa ON K1N 6N5. recruit@telfer.uottawa.ca.
Skills requirements
- Education: Ph.D. in Accounting or in a related discipline. Candidates close to completion may also be considered.
- Experience:
- Commensurate with experience, demonstrate a strong record of, or clear potential for, strong scholarly research as evidenced by publications, competitive funding, and a well-articulated research program.
- Demonstrated, or strong potential for, teaching excellence. Demonstrated ability to teach Auditing and/or Taxation in French at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Demonstrate commitment to, or strong potential for, service, including committee work, curriculum development, or student-centered activities, among others.
- Language: Excellent communication skills in French. Passive knowledge of one’s second official language (English) is a requirement for tenure. English-French bilingualism is an asset.
Application Deadline
Applications received prior to August 31, 2026 will be given first consideration. Applications received after that date will be considered until the position is filled.
Applications must contain
1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) research statement, 4) statement of teaching philosophy, 5) recent teaching evaluation reports, and 6) the names and contact information of three individuals who may be contacted for references.
More information regarding Academic Careers can be found online. Apply online through the University of Ottawa Careers portal.
General inquiries and reference letters may be sent to recruit@telfer.uottawa.ca.
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