The Department of Accounting at United Arab Emirates University is seeking an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Financial Accounting starting Fall 2026. The candidate is expected to contribute actively to promoting the growth of the accounting program and the College of Business & Economics (CBE) at UAE University. The Accounting Department at UAEU is recognized for excellence in accounting education and research in the UAE and within the GCC and the MENA region. It aspires to be one of the leading global centers for accounting thought. The Department is part of the oldest and largest university in the UAE and the first AACSB-Accounting accredited department in the GCC and MENA region. Our undergraduate and MPA programs provide the practical and theoretical knowledge necessary for navigating and leading in the complex global business world. Furthermore, they assist our students in developing the skills necessary for participation in society. Our faculty experts research a broad range of topics that provide insights into novel ways of thinking and learning regarding accounting and society.

The appointed candidate will be expected to: • Develop and teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in accounting (with an emphasis on financial accounting and data analytics); • Engage in innovative approaches to learning and teaching; • Publish high quality research in leading accounting journals; • Participate in the supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and/or dissertations; • Participate in committees at the departmental, college and/or university levels as assigned; • Actively promote the growth of UAE University; and • Perform administrative duties as assigned by the Department Chair and the College Dean. The application package should include a cover letter indicating how you meet the selection criteria, a detailed resume, teaching philosophy, courses taught, professional designations/expertise in accounting, and a brief description of current/future research activities. English is the language of instruction and communication in the CBE.

Earned PhD degree in accounting from an internationally recognized university with emphasis on financial accounting. The ability to teach undergraduate courses is a must.

PhD in Accounting (preferably with a focus on financial accounting with additional qualification in data analytics). Professional experience and/or professional certification (CPA/CIA/ACCA) are preferable.

• Strong commitment to excellence in teaching, curriculum development, and outcome assessment; • Experience in teaching financial accounting at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels; • Demonstrated ability to publish in leading accounting journals; • Mastering computer skills especially financial accounting and data analytics related software; • Ability to communicate effectively in English; and • Very good interpersonal skills. In addition to the above, preference will be given to candidates with a strong research and publication record in financial accounting. This is evidenced by a high Scopus h-index and citations.

Please submit your application online at https://jobs.uaeu.ac.ae.