Assistant Professor Accounting

University of Lethbridge

The Dhillon School of Business at the University Of Lethbridge is seeking applications for one tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank in Accounting on our Lethbridge Campus beginning July 1, 2026.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach and have in-depth knowledge of managerial accounting, ideally with knowledge of digital transformation or business analytics topics. Demonstrated research interests in one or more of the areas of business analytics, digital transformation, management accounting, or sustainability are required, with preference given to those with research interests in both data analytics/digital transformation and management accounting. The successful candidate will also be expected to help teach and supervise students in our graduate programs, such as our research-based M.Sc. in Management and our Master of Management programs.

Applicants should possess a PhD in Accounting or be in the final stages of completing their Ph.D. dissertation in Accounting. An accounting designation is also preferred. Applicants should have an active research program in one or more of the specified areas above, and experience teaching relevant courses at the University level. A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and publishing research in quality journals is required. We also look for individuals who are interested in having demonstrated positive societal impact in their research and teaching. Online and hybrid teaching may be required in addition to in-person teaching, and courses may be taught in the evenings, in addition to day-time teaching.

We offer competitive salaries, attractive teaching loads, paid study leaves, and a comprehensive benefits package as well as research, travel and teaching support. The course load for a tenure track position is determined by the Dean in consultation with the successful candidate. It is typically a four course load of three credit hour courses per academic year, however this will depend on the needs of the Area and Faculty at the time of assignment. Teaching workload is reviewed and amended annually as needed.

Required Documents
To apply to this position, please refer to “Careers at the U” on the University of Lethbridge Human Resources webpage at www.uleth.ca/hr. All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Application reviews will begin September 30th, 2025 or shortly thereafter, and continue until the position is filled or March 31st, 2026, whichever comes first. The University reserves the right to not hire anyone if no suitable candidates are identified.
Required documents include:
• A cover letter
• A CV highlighting your academic qualifications, research record, relevant post-secondary teaching experience (courses taught, institution and when taught) and, if applicable, industry work experience.
• Previous student evaluations of teaching and a sample course outline
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• The names of and contact information for three references, at least two of which should be able to speak to your research and teaching abilities
• A research working paper that is representative of your interests and abilities for which you are an author or co-author