Organization Edwards School of Business, University of Saskatchewan

Location
Posted 03 Aug 2026

Assistant Professor, Accounting, Edwards School of Business
Job Description & Qualification
Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a full-time tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Accounting, Edwards School of Business at the University of Saskatchewan with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027 (or negotiable).

The successful candidate will be joining a research intensive environment and will be expected to contribute to excellence in research and scholarship through high quality peer reviewed publications in their areas of expertise. Preferred candidates will have their primary research interest in the area of financial accounting and reporting, sustainability reporting, or taxation, along with a desire to teach these subjects at the undergraduate and graduate levels. All research methodologies will be considered with a preference for expertise in judgment and decision making research methods.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Accounting or equivalent. Candidates near the completion of their Ph.D. are eligible to apply providing the requirements for the Ph.D. degree will be completed imminently. Possessing a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation will be an asset. Although the Department is seeking an Assistant Professor, exceptionally qualified, experienced and accomplished candidates may also apply. Ranks and salary will be based on academic and professional qualifications, experience and accomplishments of the successful candidate.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental,



health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death advantages, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

About the Organization
The University of Saskatchewan is an internationally recognized research intensive university that has a rich history in accounting scholarship evidenced by its offering of the first accounting degree in Canada. The Edwards School of Business has an undergraduate business program with approximately 2,600 students. As an AACSB accredited business school, we also have thriving Master of Professional Accounting (MPAcc), M.Sc., and MBA programs. For more information on the Edwards School of Business, please visit our website at http://www.edwards.usask.ca. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 25,000.

The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion,



and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthening this relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by thedeybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policyand Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.

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📌 Assistant Professor, Accounting, Edwards School of Business (Saskatchewan)
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