Accounting and FinanceSchool of Business
Faculty of Business and Economics
Tenure-Track
The University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) invites applications for a tenure-track position in the School of Business at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a proposed starting date of September 1, 2026. As an institution committed to the fostering of an inclusive and transformative learning environment, UNBC values high quality and growth in both teaching and scholarship.
Candidates at the Assistant rank should demonstrate research potential (e.g., evidence of an emerging scholarly record, ability to establish and maintain an independent research program), evidence of highquality teaching, capacity for collaboration, and a commitment to collegial service. The instructional topics in this area include but are not limited to: Financial Management, Managerial Accounting, Intermediate Financial Accounting, International Financial Management, Basics of Finance and Accounting, and ESG governance. Expertise in sustainability-related accounting (e.g, accounting for carbon emissions) is a plus.
The School is in the Faculty of Business and Economics that has the mission to create, translate, and mobilize knowledge of sustainable business management practices and economic development in rural and remote locations in the global economy. The mission of the school is to work with our communities and businesses to achieve excellence in sustainable business management practices and education. Our school offers undergraduate and graduate certificate and degree programs, including a BComm, Graduate Certificate in Change Leadership, MBA, and MSc.BA. We strive to incorporate the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals into the business curriculum. More specifically, the School currently focuses on UNSDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
Ranked as one of Canada’s best small universities, the University of Northern British Columbia is a research-intensive university with an enrollment of over 3500 students in more than 40 undergraduate and graduate academic programs. UNBC has embarked on a new strategic plan that is fully integrated into the School of Business. For information about the plan, please visit: https://www2.unbc.ca/newsroom/unbcstories/unbc-ready-future-new-strategic-plan. and for more information about the School of Business see https://www2.unbc.ca/commerce.
The successful candidate for this position will be expected to help contribute to the sustainable business strategy of the School, as well as contribute to excellence in research and scholarship in the areas of Accounting and/or Finance.
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Business (or related field). Candidates near the completion of their Ph.D. are encouraged to apply providing the requirements for the Ph.D. degree will be completed within a year. Commencement of the appointment will be contingent on the completion of the Ph.D.
Successful candidates for the position must have:
- Demonstrated research in the areas related to Accounting or Finance (with a preference for sustainable business related topics).
- The ability to integrate environmental, social and governance issues of sustainability in their teaching as demonstrated through research or teaching
- Demonstrated potential to develop an independent and robust research program
- Demonstrated ability to work with Faculty within and outside of the business school in teaching, research, and service
- Demonstrated desire to contribute to building Sustainability within Finance and/or Accounting courses
- Demonstrated desire to contribute to service
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a teaching team to ensure consistency across sections in a multi-section course
Preferential hiring assists UNBC to achieve equitable and diverse representation in the institution. As part of an employment equity initiative undertaken by the University and the Faculty of Business and Economics, female candidates will be given preferential consideration for this position, and we would like to encourage women to apply for this posting. In order to qualify for preferential consideration, female applicants are asked to self-identify by filling out the Self-Identification form as part of the recruitment process.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Employment Equity
The University of Northern British Columbia is fully committed to creating and maintaining an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that is accessible to all. We are devoted to ensuring a welcoming, safe, and inclusive campus free from harassment, bullying, and discrimination. This commitment is woven into our motto and mission. In the Dakelh language, UNBC’s motto ‘En Cha Huná translates to “he/she/they also live” and means respect for all living things. Through the respect for all living things, we are able to grow and learn better together, each bringing our own unique individual differences and contributions to inspire leaders for tomorrow by influencing the world today.
Employment equity requires that we remove barriers and overcome both direct and indirect discrimination. In this way, the pool of excellent candidates increases substantially. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
About the University and its Community
Since its founding in 1990, the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) has emerged as one of Canada’s best small research-intensive universities, with a passion for teaching, discovery, people, and the North. UNBC’s excellence is derived from community-inspired research, hands-on learning, and alumni who are leading change around the world.
Since time immemorial, Indigenous peoples have walked gently on the diverse traditional territories where the University of Northern British Columbia community is grateful to live, work, learn, and play. We are committed to building and nurturing relationships with Indigenous peoples, we acknowledge their traditional lands, and we thank them for their hospitality. UNBC’s largest campus in Prince George is located on the traditional unceded territory of the Lheidli T’enneh, in the spectacular landscape near the geographic centre of beautiful British Columbia.
UNBC’s three regional campuses are located in Quesnel, Fort St. John, and Terrace. The South-Central campus in Quesnel is situated on the traditional territory of the Lhtako Dené (Red Bluff Band), Nazko, Lhoosk’uz Dené Nation (Kluskus Band), and Esdilagh First Nations (formerly Alexandria Band). Lhtako, Nazko, and Lhoosk’uz are Dakelh First Nations, and Esdilagh is a member of the Tsilhqot’in Nation. The Peace River-Liard campus in Fort St. John is situated on the traditional territory of the Doig River, Blueberry
River and Halfway River First Nations. They are the Dunne-Za people. The Northwest campus in Terrace is situated on traditional Ts’msyen (Tsimshian) territory of the Kitsumkalum and Kitselas First Nations. It includes a satellite campus in the coastal community of Prince Rupert.
UNBC consistently ranks in the top three in its category in the annual Maclean’s university rankings. UNBC also recently placed among the top five per cent of higher education institutions worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
With a diverse student population, the University is friendly, inclusive, and supportive. Prince George is a city of ~74,000 people with impressive cultural, educational, and recreational amenities. For more information about living and working in Prince George, please refer to http://www.unbc.ca/experience and https://moveupprincegeorge.ca. Make your mark with this leading post-secondary institution.
Salary
The salary for this position will be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant qualifications and experience as per the UNBC Faculty Association Collective Agreement. The annual salary range for this position is expected to be from $ 90,678 to $131,496. Please refer to the link below to the Collective Agreement (Article 48) for more compensation information:https://www.unbc.ca/sites/default/files/sections/human-resources/salary-grid-increases-july-1-2024-updatedcola.pdf
To Apply
Applicants should create an applicant profile and apply to this position by uploading and submitting the following documents
- cover letter that states how you will contribute to the School’s mission to work with our communities and businesses to achieve excellence in sustainable business management practices and education; o curriculum vitae;
- a statement regarding teaching experience and interests and evidence of teaching effectiveness;
- a statement of current scholarly work and a sample publication
- the names and addresses of three academic references (including telephone and emai information); and
- the Statement of Eligibility to Work in Canada form, which can be found here:
https://www2.unbc.ca/sites/default/files/sections/humanresources/statementofemploymenteligibilityjan0520221
Voluntary Form:
- the Self-Identification form, which can be found here:
https://www.unbc.ca/sites/default/files/sections/human-resources/unbcself-idreviseddec2022- fillable.pdf
Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact UNBC Health & Wellbeing at [email protected]. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
Inquiries: Dr. Kafui Monu, Chair, School of Business
[email protected]
250-960-5107
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Northern British Columbia is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.
We thank all applicants for their interest in UNBC; however, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
This position is subject to budgetary approval.
Applications received on or before August 15, 2026, will receive full consideration; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
