Join an expanding research environment at Aalborg University Business School at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, where curiosity, collaboration, and strong academic ambitions shape our work. We are seeking one or more dedicated scholars to help advance accounting research within the Accounting Research Group at Aalborg University Business School. The position is a permanent full time position starting on February 1 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Your work tasks
The successful candidate is expected to be committed to research, teaching and supervision, including teaching within AAU's Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach to contribute to the continued development of accounting education and innovative teaching practices at AAUBS.
As an associate professor in accounting, you will conduct independent research and aim for publication in leading international journals. You will be involved in developing and delivering teaching at both bachelor and master levels, and on HD and MBA programs, including a broad array of topics within accounting. The position includes supervision of project groups and individual students, participation in research collaborations within the group, and active engagement in the academic community at the business school. You will be expected to supervise PhD students. You will further contribute to the development of new research ideas and apply for external funding. You will be expected to be present at the business school at least three days again and preferably more to help create a stimulating environment for students and researchers.
Your competencies
We are looking for one or more colleagues with a strong interest in research and a clear ambition to contribute to international academic debates through rigorous work. We value candidates who are curious, reflective, and open to collaboration, and who enjoy contributing to a collegial research environment. We welcome a broad range of theoretical perspectives and methodological approaches. Experience with teaching at university level is expected. We appreciate a constructive and engaged approach to teaching, supervision, and interaction with students, and we are looking for someone who is motivated to contribute positively to both the research and teaching communities at the business school. Ability to teach in Danish is an advantage.
Qualification requirements
Appointment as an associate professor requires research and teaching qualifications at the level that can be achieved through the satisfactory completion of a period of employment as an assistant professor but may also be obtained in other ways.
It is a precondition that applicants have documented research at an international standard. In addition, applicants are assumed to have received supervision and pedagogical skills development and to have obtained a positive written assessment of their teaching qualifications.
Who we are
The Accounting research group is based at Aalborg University Business School and has a strong interest in how firms do accounting, and accounting broadly speaking. The group works with contemporary topics in leadership and a broad array of topics within managerial/financial accounting. We value a collegial atmosphere where collaboration, openness, and academic curiosity shape our daily work. Teaching is closely linked to our research activities and to Aalborg University’s long-standing tradition of Problem-Based Learning, which encourages student engagement through project work and real-world analytical challenges.
How to apply
Your application must include the following:
- Application, stating reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions and visions for the position
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Diplomas (master's degree diploma and PhD diploma)
- List of publications, with an indication of the attached publications that you wish to be taken into account in the assessment. You may attach a maximum of ten publications. You must submit a co-author statement, see template for co-author statement
- Documentation of teaching qualifications. Please see guidelines for teaching portfolio at The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. If this is not enclosed, the applicant must enclose the reasons for this
- Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organisations etc.
- Additional qualifications in relation to the position
- References/recommendations
You can read more about the requirements for your application here.
The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website.
Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged
