Assistant Professor in Accounting
Join the London School of Economics and Political Science as an Assistant Professor in Accounting to advance research and teaching in this dynamic field.
Best for:Best for early-career researchers with a PhD in accounting or a related field, a strong research publication record, and a passion for teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Overview
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Accounting within its Department of Accounting. This role is designed for outstanding researchers who can contribute to cutting-edge accounting scholarship and deliver high-quality teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong research agenda with the potential to produce leading publications in accounting, while also engaging in service and faculty contributions. The position emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and merit-based selection, with a commitment to supporting early-career colleagues. The appointment is expected to commence by September 1, 2027.
What you'll do
- Develop and lead an outstanding research agenda with the potential to produce leading publications in accounting.
- Teach accounting courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, demonstrating prior teaching experience where possible.
- Engage in service and citizenship contributions appropriate for early-career colleagues within the department and university.
- Collaborate with colleagues to advance the department’s research and teaching priorities.
- Contribute to the development of the department’s curriculum and research focus areas.
Requirements
Degree required: Completed PhD in accounting or a closely related field, or near completion by the post start date (September 1, 2027).
Language: English proficiency at a level suitable for teaching and research in an English-speaking academic environment.
Instruction: English
Publications: A clear, well-developed research strategy with the potential to result in leading publications in accounting.
- Demonstrable ability to conduct high-quality research in accounting with the potential for leading publications.
- Experience or proven ability to teach accounting at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Strong commitment to advancing research and teaching in accounting.
- Open to all qualified applicants; LSE encourages applications from women and those from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, who are currently under-represented at this level.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-06 (Europe/London)
Applicants must apply through the LSE’s online recruitment system. The application process requires submitting a CV, cover letter, research statement, and other relevant documents as specified in the job description and person specification. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to give a presentation and meet with the faculty.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- Transcripts of academic qualifications
- Publication list (if applicable)
- Teaching statement (if applicable)
- Three reference letters
Contact
Yvonne Guthrie· Department Manager
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