Assistant Professor of Accounting – UC Berkeley Haas

Join a World-Leading Accounting Faculty

The Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Accounting position beginning July 1, 2027.

Berkeley Haas is home to internationally recognized scholars whose research shapes the future of accounting, finance, economics, business, and technology. Faculty work at the forefront of research while teaching talented students from around the world.

If you are passionate about research, teaching, and creating new knowledge, this is an outstanding opportunity to build your academic career at one of the world's leading business schools.

Why Join Berkeley Haas?

Berkeley Haas offers an environment where innovation and academic excellence go hand in hand.

Highlights include:

• Globally respected business school
• Internationally recognized Accounting faculty
• Strong research culture and collaboration opportunities
• Outstanding doctoral and graduate students
• Commitment to innovative leadership and academic excellence
• Supportive environment for faculty from diverse backgrounds
• Resources that support work-life balance and faculty success

The school welcomes applicants from traditional and non-traditional career paths, including those returning after family responsibilities or careers outside academia.

Salary

The current 9-month academic year salary ranges from:

$116,500 – $140,500 USD

Higher compensation may be offered based on experience, qualifications, and competitive market conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet one of the following at the time of application:

• Hold a Ph.D. (or equivalent international degree), or
• Be enrolled in a Ph.D. (or equivalent doctoral) program.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who:

• Hold a Ph.D. in Accounting or a closely related field
• Have advanced to doctoral candidacy
• Will complete the doctoral degree within six months of the appointment start date
• Demonstrate strong research potential
• Show promise for excellence in teaching and mentoring

What You'll Do

Successful candidates are expected to:

• Conduct high-impact research in accounting and related fields
• Publish in leading academic journals
• Teach undergraduate, MBA, executive, and doctoral students
• Mentor students and junior researchers
• Participate in academic and professional service
• Contribute to an inclusive and collaborative learning environment

Application Deadline

Open Date: July 22, 2026

Priority Review: November 30, 2026 (11:59 PM Pacific Time)

Applications received by this date will receive full consideration.

Final Application Deadline: November 30, 2026 (11:59 PM Pacific Time)

Application Materials

For New Ph.D. Graduates and Postdoctoral Scholars

Applicants should submit:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Job Market Paper
• Research Statement
• Teaching and Mentoring Statement
• Authorization to Release Information Form
• One Additional Research Paper (optional second paper)
• Teaching Evaluations (optional)
• Cover Letter (optional)

References

• Three letters of recommendation are required.

For Experienced Faculty

Applicants should submit:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Job Market Paper
• Research Statement
• Teaching and Mentoring Statement
• Teaching Evaluations
• Authorization to Release Information Form
• One Additional Research Paper (optional second paper)
• Cover Letter (optional)

References

• Contact information for three referees is required.
• Recommendation letters will only be requested from finalists.

About UC Berkeley

The University of California, Berkeley is one of the world's leading public research universities.

Berkeley is committed to excellence in:

• Research
• Teaching
• Public service
• Innovation
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

Faculty are encouraged to create welcoming classrooms and research environments where every student can succeed.

The university supports equal opportunity in employment and provides fair consideration to qualified applicants regardless of background.

Location

Berkeley, California, USA

How to Apply

Apply online through the University of California recruitment system:

https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05423

For questions about the position:

Email: facultyrecruitment@haas.berkeley.edu

Important Note

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