Accounting Faculty Position – KAIST (Tenure-Track)

KAIST School of Business and Technology Management (BTM) invites applications for a tenure-track Accounting faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level. The successful candidate will join the Daejeon Main Campus with an expected start date of March 2027.

If you are a researcher who values academic excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and global impact, this is an outstanding opportunity to build your career at one of Asia's leading research universities.

About KAIST

KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) is one of the world's leading research universities. It is widely recognized for innovation, scientific discovery, and academic excellence.

The university is located in Daejeon, South Korea, about 150 km south of Seoul. Known as the nation's research and development capital, Daejeon is home to more than 50 public and private research institutes, creating a vibrant environment for research, collaboration, and innovation.

About the School of Business and Technology Management

The School of Business and Technology Management (BTM) brings together business, technology, and innovation. Faculty members work across disciplines to address important business challenges through high-quality research and teaching.

The school welcomes scholars who enjoy collaborating with colleagues from different academic backgrounds and contributing to a dynamic research community.

Position Summary

• Position: Tenure-Track Faculty
• Discipline: Accounting
• Rank: Open Rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor)
• Appointment Start: March 2027
• Location: KAIST Main Campus, Daejeon, South Korea

Qualifications

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Hold a Ph.D. in Accounting or a closely related field before the appointment begins.
• Demonstrate excellence in research and university-level teaching.
• Show a strong record of publications or outstanding potential to publish in leading management and accounting journals.
• Be interested in interdisciplinary research and collaboration.

Why Join KAIST?

Joining KAIST offers many advantages, including:

• Work at one of Asia's top research universities.
• Collaborate with internationally recognized faculty.
• Conduct impactful research in a highly innovative environment.
• Teach talented students from around the world.
• Become part of a strong interdisciplinary academic community.
• Live and work in Daejeon, South Korea's leading research and technology hub.

Application Materials

Please submit the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Research Papers
• Official KAIST Application Form
• Recommendation Letters:
  • Three letters for Assistant and Associate Professor applicants
  • Six letters for applicants seeking a tenured Full Professor appointment

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

To receive full consideration, complete applications should be submitted by August 31, 2026.

How to Apply

Please send all required application materials to:

Email: faculty_application@kaist.ac.kr

Official Application Form and additional information are available on the KAIST BTM website:
http://btm.kaist.ac.kr/en/about/faculty-recruit

AAA Annual Meeting Opportunity

A KAIST faculty member will attend the AAA Annual Meeting and welcomes the opportunity to meet prospective candidates interested in learning more about the department and the position.

Candidates who would like to arrange a meeting during the conference are encouraged to contact:

Kevin Kim
Email: kevin.kim7@kaist.ac.kr

Contact Information

BTM Administration Team
School of Business and Technology Management
College of Business, KAIST

Email: faculty_application@kaist.ac.kr

Why Apply?

This position offers the opportunity to build an international academic career at a globally respected research university known for excellence in business, technology, and innovation. Researchers with ambitious publication goals and a passion for teaching will find a supportive and collaborative academic environment.

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