Peter B. Gustavson School of Business (Psychology) Assistant Teaching Professor

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We acknowledge and respect the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples on whose traditional territory the university stands and the Songhees, Esquimalt and WSÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

The Peter B. Gustavson School of Business invites applications from talented instructors to fill one tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor in the area of accounting. The appointment will begin on April 1, 2024, or shortly thereafter.

The candidate's qualifications, experience and overall market demand will determine a candidate’s final salary offer. The salary for this position includes a competitive salary range of $130,968 - $161,784. UVic is committed to offering an equitable and competitive salary, inclusive of a generous benefits package, eligible leaves and pension plan.

We welcome applicants from Indigenous nations and communities worldwide. Applicants from First Nations communities on Vancouver Island and/or in British Columbia are particularly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Qualified candidates will have a proven teaching record in a variety of accounting courses at both the undergraduate and graduate-level. In addition, they will hold a professional accounting designation (CPA), a master’s degree in a relevant area, and experience teaching accounting from a management perspective.

Additional information

Our faculty are globally recognized for delivering cutting-edge teaching and scholarship on such topics as Indigenous entrepreneurship, business and human rights, climate change strategy, health and meaning at work and the alleviation of poverty and inequality. We seek to complement our already dynamic classroom environment with a faculty-member dedicated to expanding and enriching the student experience.  Commensurate with career stage, qualified candidates should have a record of involvement with their professional association. 

 Gustavson School of Business offers Bachelor of Commerce, Master of Business Administration, and Master of Global Business degrees – all of which have a sustainability focus embedded in their curriculum and include a strong co-op component – as well as a PhD in International Management and Organization. Scholarship and teaching at GSB are strongly aligned around our three areas of specialization (International Business, Service Management and Entrepreneurship) and our guiding pillars (Sustainable/Socially Responsible, International, Innovative and Integrative).  Experience in these areas would be considered an asset.  We are a pioneer and leader in integrating curriculum at both the undergraduate and graduate-level and seek candidates who can work across traditional functional boundaries.

Gustavson is one of the few North American schools that is accredited by both the European Federation of Management Development (EQUIS) and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Qualified candidates for this position must have a master’s degree from an AACSB or EQUIS accredited university. They must also have excellent communication skills and be able to demonstrate excellence in the classroom.

The experiential dimension in our academic programs includes a mandatory co-op program for all undergraduate students, international exchanges, and overseas co-op work opportunities. In line with this approach, we will give preference to candidates with direct business experience.

The University of Victoria (UVic) is consistently ranked in the top tier of Canada’s research-intensive universities. Vital impact drives the UVic sense of purpose. As an internationally renowned teaching and research hub, we tackle essential issues that matter to people, places and the planet. Situated in the Pacific Rim, our location breeds a profound passion for exploration. Defined by its edges, this extraordinary environment inspires us to defy boundaries, discover, and innovate in exciting ways. It’s different here, naturally and by design. We live, learn, work, and explore on the edge of what’s next—for our planet and its peoples. Our commitment to research-inspired dynamic learning and vital impact make this Canada’s most extraordinary environment for discovery and innovation. Experience the edge of possibilities for yourself.

Faculty and Librarians at the University of Victoria are governed by the provisions of the Collective Agreement . Members are represented by the University of Victoria Faculty Association .

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada are requested to self-identify themselves in their application.

Contact information

To be considered, please send a letter of application that addresses the full scope of the job requirements along with curriculum vitae, appropriate evidence of scholarship (e.g., workshop presentations, articles, cases, exercises, presentations, professional association materials, textbooks, etc.)and teaching skills (such as course evaluation scores, teaching statements, syllabi), a statement of “diversity knowledge, experience and skills” and three references to: Anita Bhappu, Dean and Professor, Peter B. Gustavson School of Business, University of Victoria, PO Box 1700, STN CSC, Victoria, BC  V8W 2Y2, e-mail: [email protected] , website: www.gustavson.uvic.ca .  

Please note that reference and background checks, including credential and degree verification, may be undertaken as part of this recruitment process.

Application deadline

Consideration of applications will begin on March 15, 2024.

Equity statement

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity .

Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement

The University acknowledges the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate’s record of research achievement. We encourage applicants to explain in their application the impact that career interruptions have had on their record.

Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact Faculty Relations and Academic Administration in the Office of the VP Academic and Provost at [email protected] . Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.