Research Assistant Professor - (240002GJ)
Description
Department/ Unit: School of Accountancy
Closing Date: until the position is filled
The School of Accountancy under the CUHK Business School is now inviting applications for the position of Research Assistant Professor in Accountancy. Applications from qualified scholars with a focus on ESG research in accounting or finance will be considered.
Applicants should be promising or established scholars with a PhD (or one that is close to completion) in accounting, finance, or economics. The appointee will (a) conduct high quality research and publish in top-tier accounting/finance journals; (b) actively pursue external research grants, such as General Research Fund (GRF), as Principal Investigator or Co- Investigator; and (c) contribute to departmental service.
Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for up to three years commencing around July / August 2025. Salary and faculty support are comparable to top US business schools and based on qualifications. A research start-up fund will be provided to support the appointees' research general expenses and research support staff.
Attractive Compensation and Benefits
We offer globally competitive salaries and compensation packages commensurate with qualifications, comparable to top US business schools. In addition, our faculty members enjoy the following benefits:
· Contract End Gratuity : Research assistant professor appointees will be entitled to receive a contract end gratuity upon completion of the entire term of contract, rewarding the dedication and long-term commitment.
· Medical Benefits : We provide comprehensive medical care benefits to the appointee and his/her eligible dependents.
· Low Tax Rate : The effective income tax rate in Hong Kong is a maximum of 15 percent, allowing you to make the most of your earnings.
About the School of Accountancy
The School of Accountancy at CUHK Business School is a renowned institution that has consistently demonstrated research excellence and is ranked among the top schools worldwide in terms of research strength. The School offers four highly attractive and competitive programmes:
· BBA in Professional Accountancy (PACC) – Focusing on globally oriented accounting skills, this programme is ideal for aspiring professional accountants or specialists in an accounting-related area.
· Master of Accountancy (MAcc) – This programme provides students with the conceptual and practical accounting knowledge to generate valuable business insights.
· Executive Master of Professional Accountancy with SNAI (EMPAcc) – Jointly offered with Shanghai National Accounting Institute (SNAI), this programme focuses on the latest developments in accounting and finance.
· MPhil-PhD in Accountancy – This programme focuses on theoretical and applied accounting research with an interdisciplinary thrust including statistical decision theory and law.
For more detailed information about the School and the faculty's research, please visit our website at https: // www. bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/departments/accountancy/.
About CUHK Business School
The CUHK Business School is a world-leading business school and a pioneer in business education in Hong Kong. Since its establishment in Hong Kong in 1963, the CUHK Business School has gained world recognition of nurturing business leaders with immense contributions in Asia Pacific.
The CUHK Business School has been offering a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes (MBA, MSc, EMBA, DBA, MPhil, PhD) with over 5,000 students, as well as executive education. It has one of the most extensive alumni networks in the region, with over 40,000 alumni around the world. It comprises two Schools and four Departments:
· Schools
o Accountancy
o Hotel & Tourism Management
· Departments
o Decision Sciences & Managerial Economics
o Finance
o Management
o Marketing
Application Procedure
Applicants should submit the application package online via the CUHK career site and upload a full resume, a job-market paper, and other publications or working papers. Additionally, we require three letters of recommendation, which should be sent directly by the referees to the School of Accountancy by e-mail at [email protected]. The School of Accountancy will interview shortlisted candidates on a timely basis until the position is filled.
Join us at the School of Accountancy, CUHK Business School, and become part of a vibrant and intellectually stimulating academic community. Together, let's shape the future of accounting education and research.
The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit https:// career.cuhk.edu.hk.
Job: Professoriate, Teaching and Research Academic Posts
Organization: School of Accountancy
Unposting Date: Ongoing