University of Alberta, Department of Accounting, Operations and Information Systems
Tenure-Track Faculty Position (Competition No. A103019078)

The University of Alberta School of Business invites applications for tenure-track positions in Accounting with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2013. Rank will depend upon qualifications and experience. Appointments at a more senior level (Associate of Full Professor) may be considered depending on qualifications and experience. Closing Date - will remain open until filled.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: For an associate/full professor appointment, we require a PhD, a high quality publication record in top journals in accounting, accompanied by excellence in teaching. For an appointment at the assistant professor level, applicants must have or be close to completion of their PhD in an appropriate field with demonstrated research and teaching potential; appointment in the latter case will be contingent upon the completion of the PhD by an agreed-upon date.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsibilities include teaching accounting courses in undergraduate and graduate programs, conducting research, publishing research in top tier accounting journals, and service to the School's academic activities. Proficiency in English is required.

The Alberta School of Business is one of the world's leading institutions in business education and research. Our vision - Leaders from Alberta for the World. Our mission is to excel and lead through research, teaching and external engagement. We are one of the largest business schools in Canada with 80 faculty members, 2000 undergraduate students, and 460 students in our MBA and PhD programs. For more information about the School please visit our web site at http://www.business.ualberta.ca and for more information about the Department of Accounting, Operations and Information Systems, please see http://www.business.ualberta.ca/en/Departments/AOIS.aspx. The province of Alberta has a strong economy and the city of Edmonton is a vibrant centre with just over one million people that offers the benefits of an urban lifestyle combined with high-quality schools, excellent public transportation and ample opportunities for recreation. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and is competitive with similar research-focused business schools in North America.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications should include curriculum vitae, samples of research, any available teaching ratings, and names of three referees who have been asked to send confidential letters of assessment. The competition will remain open until filled. Please send application by e-mail (PDF files) to: Dr. Karim Jamal, Chair, Department of Accounting, Operations and Information Systems, Alberta School of Business, University of Alberta, aoischair@ualberta.ca

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.