Assistant Professor of Accounting

Assistant Professor of Accounting

The College of Business Administration (CBA) at Ajman University has an opening for the position of Assistant Professor of Accounting, starting in Spring 2025/2026. The selected candidate will have primary teaching and research interests in Accounting and will be expected to teach in graduate and undergraduate programs. The selected candidate will also be expected to actively engage with the business community. Preference will be given to candidates with professional experience in Accounting. The College of Business Administration is accredited by AACSB.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Ph.D. in Accounting obtained from a reputable university, preferably an internationally ranked institution that is also accredited by AACSB

• Professional Accounting qualification from a reputable accounting body (such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA) is preferred

• Two or more years of teaching experience in an internationally reputable university, preferably accredited by AACSB

• Demonstrable record of excellence in developing and teaching (but not limited to) Managerial Accounting, Computerized Accounting, Taxation, Auditing, and related courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels

• Outstanding record of research and peer-reviewed publications in top-tier Accounting or related journals (SCOPUS, ABDC, ABS)

• A record of collaborative and interdisciplinary research would be an advantage

• Demonstrable record of supervising student projects and dissertations

• Excellent record of professional and community service

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, deliver, and assess graduate and undergraduate courses in Accounting, Taxation, Auditing, and related areas

• Engage in innovative and technology-based approaches to teaching and learning

• Provide academic advising services to students

• Conduct high-quality research and publish research outcomes in reputable journals and conferences

• Participate in committee and other service tasks at the department, college, and/or university levels as assigned

• Actively engage in promoting the growth and visibility of Ajman University

• Provide consultancy and other industry-facing services to Ajman University partners and members of the business community

• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

APPLICATION PROCESS

A completed application will include:

• A letter of interest addressing qualifications for the position.

• A current curriculum vitae.

• A statement of teaching and research philosophy.

• Copies of transcripts of doctoral (or other highest, as applicable) coursework.

• A list of three professional references with names, titles, phone numbers, and email addresses- including a current or previous supervisor