Accounting Professor Jobs

About the Accounting Faculty Positions

The University of Hong Kong invites applications for several tenure-track Accounting Professor jobs at the Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor levels.

The positions are based in the Faculty of Business and Economics and are expected to begin on July 1, 2027, or as soon as possible after that date.

These roles offer accounting scholars the chance to build their research and teaching careers at a leading university in Hong Kong.

Appointment and Tenure

The initial appointment will normally be for a three-year fixed term.

The appointment may be renewed. Candidates may also be considered for tenure before the end of a second three-year contract.

Exceptionally strong candidates applying at the Professor or Associate Professor level may be considered for appointment with tenure.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should have:

• A Ph.D. in Accounting
• A strong interest in high-quality academic research
• The ability to deliver high-quality university teaching
• A commitment to academic and university service

Experienced candidates with strong records in both research and teaching are especially encouraged to apply.

Experience teaching master's or MBA courses is highly desirable.

Candidates applying for Professor or Associate Professor should have a record of internationally recognized research and teaching.

Key Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be expected to:

• Conduct high-quality scholarly research in accounting
• Teach accounting courses at the university level
• Deliver a strong learning experience for students
• Contribute to the academic work of the Faculty
• Take part in appropriate university and professional service

The exact balance of research, teaching, and service will depend on the academic rank and experience of the successful candidate.

Why Consider the University of Hong Kong?

This opportunity combines a tenure-track academic career with a competitive compensation package and the chance to work within HKU's Faculty of Business and Economics.

The University offers:

• A highly competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Annual leave
• Medical benefits
• Housing benefits, where applicable
• A contract-end gratuity
• University contributions to a retirement benefits scheme
• Combined contract-end gratuity and retirement contributions of up to 15% of basic salary

At current rates, Hong Kong salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.

Candidates can learn more about the HKU Faculty of Business and Economics.

Application Requirements

Applications must be submitted online through the University of Hong Kong careers system.

Applicants should prepare and upload:

• An up-to-date curriculum vitae
• Job market papers
• Other relevant supporting documents

At least three referees will be asked to send confidential reference letters directly to the Faculty.

Applications will be reviewed as soon as possible. Review will continue until February 28, 2027, or until all positions are filled, whichever comes first.

Apply through the University of Hong Kong Careers Site

Questions About the Position

Questions about the academic positions may be directed to Professor Jeffrey Ng at jeffngty@hku.hk.

Please do not send application materials by email. Applications should be submitted through the University's online careers system.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunities employer. The University is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity, and transparency.

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