Beedie School of Business

The Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia seeks outstanding candidates for one teaching faculty position in the Marketing area, starting on July 1, 2025. This position is at the rank of Lecturer. 

Qualifications 

The successful candidate will have demonstrated teaching potential through expertise, effort, and enthusiasm at the undergraduate and/or graduate level in Marketing. Teaching experience at an AACSB or EQUIS accredited Business School and work experience in a business environment or a community organization is an asset. The successful candidate must have an ability to engage diverse learners in the classroom using innovative pedagogies and teaching practices informed by the latest research. Teaching experience and values consistent with Beedie’s vision and strategic priorities of innovation, social responsibility, and a global perspective will be prioritized. The successful candidate must have a PhD (or near completion) in Marketing or a related field. The candidate must also be engaging and enjoy the classroom experience of teaching young minds how to think. 

Duties

A lecturer is expected to teach 8 course sections per year in diverse areas of marketing, likely at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. We offer students a comprehensive set of electives, and look forward to the creation of new courses which span a wider range of applied topics and expertise in multiple subfields of marketing. Teaching faculty members are expected to contribute to Beedie’s teaching excellence, actively participate in Beedie’s collegial self-governance structure and offer assistance and guidance to students, peers and the academic community through activities such as committee work, mentorship and experiential learning opportunities.

About Beedie School

Simon Fraser University’s Beedie School of Business is a dynamic teaching and learning setting with a reputation for producing global-class research. Located on the unceded Coast Salish territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and sc̓əwaθən (Tsawwassen) Peoples, SFU is actively building a diverse and inclusive community.

 As a top ranked research school, SFU Beedie has the distinction of being accredited by AACSB and EQUIS.SFU Beedie is a signatory to Principles for Responsible Management Education and offers programs at the undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and executive levels. We pioneered Canada’s first Executive MBA, Management of Technology MBA, and the first EMBA in Indigenous Business Leadership in North America. SFU Beedie prides itself on innovation and entrepreneurship and we are home to the RADIUS social innovation lab and venture incubator. 

 SFU is the top university in the world for entrepreneurial spirit and the top university in Canada for innovation. With three award-winning British Columbia campuses located in Burnaby, Surrey, and downtown Vancouver, SFU offers a strong research environment and is recognized as one of Canada’s top 100 and top family-friendly employers.

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted to our application portal. Full consideration will be given to applications submitted by January 1, 2025; however, we will continue to accept applications beyond that date until the position is filled.  

A complete application must include:  

• A cover letter (including a statement of service)

• An up-to-date, full curriculum vitae 

• A teaching dossier including teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching experience in marketing and related courses, prior syllabi, and evidence of your commitment to improving your teaching practice

• Names and email addresses of 3 referees who are willing to write reference letters in support of your application 

• A diversity, equity, and inclusion statement

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role at the Lecturer Rank is $133,340 - $149,241, dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential. Benefits are in addition to this range.

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them in their application. SFU also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and non-traditional areas of research and/or research outputs; demonstrated experience and willingness in increasing diversity in the previous institutional environment, and in curriculum, is also an asset. 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

SFU offers several benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty. Please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits and Service page for more details. SFU is also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants; if you require accommodations or have questions about SFU benefits, services, accommodations policies, or equity considerations please contact the Beedie School of Business  Faculty Relations Advisor in Faculty Relations.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice. 

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to us by emailing busappts@sfu.ca. 

The Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia seeks outstanding candidates for one teaching faculty in the Business and Society area, starting on July 1, 2025. This position is at the rank of Lecturer. 

Qualifications 

The successful candidate will have demonstrated teaching potential through expertise, effort, and enthusiasm at the undergraduate and/or graduate level in business and society, including business sustainability. Teaching experience at an AACSB or EQUIS accredited Business School and applied work experience in a business environment or a community organization is an asset. The successful candidate must have an ability to engage diverse learners in the classroom using innovative pedagogies and teaching practices informed by the latest research. Teaching experience and values consistent with Beedie’s vision and strategic priorities of innovation, social responsibility, and a global perspective will be prioritized. The successful candidate must have a PhD (or near completion) in management or a related field, with a strong alignment with the area of business and society or business sustainability by the employment start date.

Candidates working in all areas of business and society are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will help Beedie deliver on its commitment to “prepare graduates to make responsible decisions and contribute to regenerative and reconciled economies by considering the systemic impacts of their decisions now and in the future”.  

Duties

A lecturer is expected to teach 8 course sections per year in the area of Business and Society, including business sustainability. The courses in this area seek to address a range of learning objectives, such as systems thinking, socio- and ecological resilience, life cycle thinking, corporate sustainability performance, sustainable supply chains, and change agency. The area is also committed to honouring both Indigenous and Western worldviews in its courses. SFU operates on a trimester system and a lecturer is expected to teach during all three terms: Fall, Spring, and Summer.

A lecturer will have responsibility for the preparation and instruction of a wide range of undergraduate and graduate level courses, and may be called upon to provide leadership in curriculum development. A lecturer is also expected to actively participate in Beedie’s collegial self-governance structure and offer support and guidance to students, peers, and the academic community through activities such as committee work, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities. This may include serving as a faculty sponsor for our Gold status NetImpact chapter.

About Beedie School

Simon Fraser University’s Beedie School of Business is a dynamic teaching and learning setting with a reputation for producing global-class research. Located on the unceded Coast Salish territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and sc̓əwaθən (Tsawwassen) Peoples, SFU is actively building a diverse and inclusive community.

 As a top ranked research school, SFU Beedie has the distinction of being accredited by AACSB and EQUIS.  SFU Beedie is a signatory to Principles for Responsible Management Education and offers programs at the undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and executive levels. We pioneered Canada’s first Executive MBA, Management of Technology MBA, and the first EMBA in Indigenous Business Leadership in North America. SFU Beedie prides itself on innovation and entrepreneurship and we are home to the RADIUS social innovation lab and venture incubator. 

 SFU is the top university in the world for entrepreneurial spirit and the top university in Canada for innovation. With three award-winning British Columbia campuses located in Burnaby, Surrey, and downtown Vancouver, SFU offers a strong research environment and is recognized as one of Canada’s top 100 and top family-friendly employers.

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted to our application portal. Full consideration will be given to applications submitted by December 4, 2024. However, we will continue to accept applications beyond that date until the position is filled.  

A complete application must include: 

• A cover letter that offers details on how your profile aligns with the position’s qualifications and duties, including those outlined above.

• An up-to-date, full curriculum vitae (including details of teaching).

• A teaching dossier including teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching experience in the area of business and society (including business sustainability), prior syllabi, evidence of the quality of any prior teaching, and your efforts and commitment to improving your teaching practice. 

• A statement outlining your perspective on Beedie’s Vision and commitment to social responsibility and SFU’s strategic priorities concerning truth and reconciliation as well as your personal goals for impact stemming from teaching and service, including engagements and contributions outside of the classroom.

• Names and email addresses of 3 referees, ranked in order of preference. SFU will contact referees directly.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association.  A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role at the Lecturer Rank is $128,340 - $144,241, dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential. Benefits are in addition to this range. 

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them in their application. SFU also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and non-traditional areas of research and/or research outputs; demonstrated experience and willingness in increasing diversity in the previous institutional environment, and in curriculum, is also an asset. 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

SFU offers several benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty. Please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits and Service page for more details. SFU is also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants; if you require accommodations or have questions about SFU benefits, services, accommodations policies, or equity considerations please contact the Beedie School of Business  Faculty Relations Advisor in Faculty Relations.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice. 

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

If you have any questions or want to submit an application, please reach out to us by emailing busappts@sfu.ca. 

The Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia seeks outstanding candidates for one teaching faculty in the Innovation & Entrepreneurship area, starting on July 1, 2025. This position is at the rank of Lecturer. 

Qualifications 

The successful candidate must have a demonstrated record of teaching excellence at the post-secondary level, excel at teaching innovation and entrepreneurship courses with experiential pedagogies to a diverse student body, and exhibit leadership abilities. Experience teaching innovation and/or entrepreneurship courses at an AACSB/EQUIS accredited Business School is preferred. Teaching experience consistent with Beedie School of Business’ Vision 2022 strategic priorities of innovation, social responsibility, and global perspective will be prioritized. Applicants should have a graduate degree in either Business Administration, innovation, entrepreneurship, or related fields. Preference will be given to those with a doctoral degree, pedagogical research experience, experience coaching and providing feedback to students and student ventures in academic and/or co-curricular settings, and related industry experience or community/industry engagement experience.

Duties

A lecturer is expected to teach 8 course sections per year in the areas of innovation and entrepreneurship, primarily in the undergraduate program. Teaching faculty members are expected to contribute to Beedie’s teaching excellence, actively participate in Beedie’s collegial self-governance structure and offer assistance and guidance to students, peers and the academic community through activities such as committee work, mentorship and experiential learning opportunities.

About Beedie School

Simon Fraser University’s Beedie School of Business is a dynamic teaching and learning setting with a reputation for producing global-class research. Located on the unceded Coast Salish territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and sc̓əwaθən (Tsawwassen) Peoples, SFU is actively building a diverse and inclusive community.

As a top ranked research school, SFU Beedie has the distinction of being accredited by AACSB and EQUIS. SFU Beedie is a signatory to Principles for Responsible Management Education and offers programs at the undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and executive levels. We pioneered Canada’s first Executive MBA, Management of Technology MBA, and the first EMBA in Indigenous Business Leadership in North America. SFU Beedie prides itself on innovation and entrepreneurship and we are home to the RADIUS social innovation lab and venture incubator.

SFU is the top university in the world for entrepreneurial spirit and the top university in Canada for innovation. With three award-winning British Columbia campuses located in Burnaby, Surrey, and downtown Vancouver, SFU offers a strong research environment and is recognized as one of Canada’s top 100 and top family-friendly employers.

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted to our application portal. Full consideration will be given to applications submitted by November 30, 2024; however, we will continue to accept applications beyond that date until the position is filled.  

 A complete application must include: 

• A cover letter (including a statement of service)

• An up-to-date, full curriculum vitae 

• A teaching dossier including teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching experience in innovation and entrepreneurship and related courses, prior syllabi, and evidence of your commitment to improving your teaching practice

• Names and email addresses of 3 referees who are willing to write reference letters in support of your application

• A diversity, equity, and inclusion statement

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association.  A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role at the Lecturer Rank is $133,340 - $149,241 dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential. Benefits are in addition to this range.

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them in their application. SFU also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and non-traditional areas of research and/or research outputs; demonstrated experience and willingness in increasing diversity in the previous institutional environment, and in curriculum, is also an asset. 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

SFU offers several benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty. Please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits and Service page for more details. SFU is also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants; if you require accommodations or have questions about SFU benefits, services, accommodations policies, or equity considerations please contact the Beedie School of Business  Faculty Relations Advisor in Faculty Relations.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice. 

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

If you have any questions about the application, please reach out to us by emailing adminco@sfu.ca. 

The Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia seeks outstanding candidates for one tenure-track position in Innovation & Entrepreneurship, beginning July 1, 2025 (Rank: Assistant or Associate Professor). 

Qualifications 

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to excellence in research and scholarship through high-quality publications in their areas of expertise and help guide research efforts in alignment with Beedie’s strategic priorities of innovation, social responsibility, and a global perspective. They should have the experience or aptitude to contribute to Beedie’s teaching excellence through teaching courses in innovation and entrepreneurship at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will also demonstrate the ability to engage with communities of practice and make an impact through their research. In addition, the candidate will actively participate in Beedie’s collegial self-governance and offer support and guidance to students, peers, and the academic community through activities such as committee work, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities, and have the potential to grow into leadership and administrative roles.  A PhD focused on Innovation and Entrepreneurship or a related field is required for recent graduates, while senior candidates must demonstrate a strong publication record in the innovation and entrepreneurship field. Industry experience in innovation, entrepreneurship, social innovation, or incubation would be considered an asset.

Qualifications for Assistant Professor

Candidates for the Assistant Professor position must have a PhD; however, PhD candidates with a solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor, with a promotion to Assistant Professor upon completing the PhD.  The successful candidate will have a record of publications in reputable journals or demonstrate a strong pipeline of peer-reviewed papers under review. There should also be clear indications that the individual has the aptitudes of a successful teacher, the potential to grow in stature as a scholar, as well as a willingness to play an active role in the University. 

Qualifications for Associate Professor

Candidates for the Associate Professor position must demonstrate a proven track record of excellence in research and scholarship. Appointment with tenure at the rank of Associate Professor is possible. Tenure is awarded through a separate process. The successful candidate will have established a clear, impactful research agenda with strong prospects for continued scholarly contributions to their field. Additionally, the candidate should exhibit a commitment to instructional effectiveness, evidenced by teaching excellence and pedagogical innovation. A record of active participation in service, including leadership roles within the university and broader community, is also essential. 

About Beedie and SFU 

Simon Fraser University’s Beedie School of Business is a dynamic teaching and learning setting with a reputation for producing global-class research. Located on the unceded Coast Salish territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and sc̓əwaθən (Tsawwassen) Peoples, SFU is actively building a diverse and inclusive community.

As a top ranked research school, SFU Beedie has the distinction of being among only one percent of business schools worldwide with double accreditation by AACSB and EQUIS. SFU Beedie is a signatory to Principles for Responsible Management Education and offers programs at the undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and executive levels. We pioneered Canada’s first Executive MBA, Management of Technology MBA, and the first EMBA in Indigenous Business Leadership in North America. SFU Beedie prides itself on innovation and entrepreneurship and we are home to the RADIUS social innovation lab and venture incubator.

Simon Fraser University is the top university in the world for entrepreneurial spirit and the top university in Canada for innovation. With three award-winning British Columbia campuses located in Burnaby, Surrey, and downtown Vancouver, SFU offers a strong research environment and is recognized as one of Canada’s top 100 and top family-friendly employers.

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted to our application portal. Full consideration will be given to applications submitted by November 6, 2024, however, we will continue to accept applications beyond that date until the position is filled. Please indicate clearly the rank you wish to be considered for. 

A complete application must include: 

• A cover letter 

• An up-to-date, full curriculum vitae with details of research and teaching, scholarly record, funding, and list of collaborations/partnerships 

• A statement outlining the alignment of your research and teaching to the position’s qualifications and to Beedie’s strategic priorities and vision

• A proposed program of research and two examples of the most recent scholarly work 

• A teaching portfolio and/or evidence of teaching potential in the area, which may include a statement of pedagogy, prior or proposed syllabi, and evidence of the quality of any prior teaching (e.g. student or peer feedback) and your commitment to improving your teaching practice

• Names and email addresses of 3 referees, ranked in order of preference.  SFU will contact referees directly.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association.  A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role at the Assistant Professor Rank is $184,700 - $194,700, dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential. Candidates with experience commensurate with higher rank may also be considered for appointment at the Associate Professor rank.  A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role at the Associate Professor rank is $210,142 - $230,142, dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential.

Candidates for the Assistant Professor position must have a PhD; however, PhD candidates with a solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of the PhD. A reasonable estimate for the salary range if the successful candidate will be starting as an Instructor is $178,340 -$184,700. 

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g. parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them in their application. SFU also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and non-traditional areas of research and/or research outputs; demonstrated experience and willingness in increasing diversity in the previous institutional environment, and in curriculum, is also an asset.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

SFU offers several benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty. Please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits and Service page for more details. SFU is also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants; if you require accommodations or have questions about SFU benefits, services, accommodations policies, or equity considerations please contact the Beedie School of Business Faculty Relations Advisor in Faculty Relations. 

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice. 
 
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

If you have any questions about the application, please reach out to us by adminco@sfu.ca.

The Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia seeks outstanding candidates for one tenure-track position in Business and Society, starting on July 1, 2025. The position is open at the rank of Assistant Professor.

Qualifications 

The successful candidate will engage in high-quality, impactful research in the area of business & society and have demonstrated potential for teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels in the area of Business & Society with an emphasis on courses in Business Sustainability and/or Indigenous Business. Additionally, they should exhibit the potential for growth as a scholar and a willingness to actively contribute to the University. The successful candidate must hold a PhD in management or a related field with high research alignment by the employment start date. However, PhD candidates with solid indications of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor, with a promotion to Assistant Professor upon completing the PhD.

Candidates for the Assistant Professor position are expected to have a strong record of scholarly output as well as strong future research potential.  In line with SFU Faculty Association / SFU Collective Agreement, this includes diverse forms of scholarship such as publishing in high-quality peer-reviewed journals, Indigenous or other non-Western forms of scholarship, engaged scholarship, and public dissemination of scholarly work. 

Candidates working in all areas of business and society are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will help Beedie deliver on its commitment to “prepare graduates to make responsible decisions and contribute to regenerative and reconciled economies by considering the systemic impacts of their decisions now and in the future”.  As a result, research strengths aligned with these commitments will be prioritized.  Candidates should also seek to make a positive impact on society through their research. Therefore, industry, governance, community and/or other practical experience is considered an asset.  

SFU has identified several areas of interest where the University has been internationally recognised and where strategic research clusters are beginning to emerge.  The Times Higher Education 2023 Impact Rankings place SFU as the world's top university for its global impact on sustainable cities and communities, and fifth in the world for climate action. Thus, we welcome applicants with research interests that align with SFU’s priorities around sustainable communities, community-business partnerships, Indigenization, community-centred climate innovation, and/or sustainability in the resource sector.

Additionally, the candidate should have the experience or the aptitude to contribute to Beedie’s teaching excellence in the area of business sustainability and/or Indigenous business.  The courses in our area adopt a broad, systemic view of sustainability that includes learning objectives related to systems thinking, lifecycle thinking, human rights, worker wellbeing, community resilience, embedding sustainability, credible goal setting and disclosure, sustainable value chains, and change agency. The Business and Society area is also committed to honouring both Indigenous and Western worldviews in our courses.

The candidate will also be expected to contribute to faculty and university governance; to their profession; to the development of their discipline nationally, internationally or locally; and to the furthering of good relations between the University and local communities. 

Duties

As SFU is a leading research university, successful candidates are expected to contribute to Beedie’s research excellence. The candidate will also be expected to teach courses in sustainability such as our foundational undergraduate course Business in a Sustainable Society, senior level undergraduate courses in Beedie’s Corporate Environmental and Social Sustainability Certificate, and courses in sustainability and/or Indigenous business at the graduate level in our MBA programs. In addition, the successful candidate will actively participate in Beedie’s collegial self-governance and offer support and guidance to students, peers, and the academic community through activities such as committee work, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities, which could include acting as a faculty sponsor for our Gold status NetImpact chapter. 

About Beedie 

Simon Fraser University’s Beedie School of Business is a dynamic teaching and learning setting with a reputation for producing global-class research. Located on the unceded Coast Salish territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and sc̓əwaθən (Tsawwassen) Peoples, SFU is actively building a diverse and inclusive community.

 As a top ranked research school, SFU Beedie has the distinction of being among only one per cent of business schools worldwide with double accreditation by AACSB and EQUIS. SFU Beedie is a signatory to Principles for Responsible Management Education and offers programs at the undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and executive levels. We pioneered Canada’s first Executive MBA, Management of Technology MBA, and the first EMBA in Indigenous Business Leadership in North America. SFU Beedie prides itself on innovation and entrepreneurship and we are home to the RADIUS social innovation lab and venture incubator.

  SFU is the top university in the world for entrepreneurial spirit and the top university in Canada for innovation. With three award-winning British Columbia campuses located in Burnaby, Surrey, and downtown Vancouver, SFU offers a strong research environment and is recognized as one of Canada’s top 100 and top family-friendly employers.

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted to our application portal. Full consideration will be given to applications submitted by November 4, 2024; however, we will continue to accept applications beyond that date until the position is filled. 

A complete application must include: 

• A cover letter 

• An up-to-date, full curriculum vitae with details of your research and teaching, scholarly record, funding, and list of collaborations/partnerships 

• A statement outlining how your research aligns with the position’s qualifications, including those outlined above

• A proposed program of research and two examples of scholarly work  

• A teaching portfolio and/or evidence of teaching potential in business sustainability and/or Indigenous business that may include a statement of pedagogy, prior or proposed syllabi, evidence of the quality of any prior teaching, and your efforts and commitment to improving your teaching practice

• A statement outlining your perspective on SFU Beedie’s Vision and your personal goals for impact stemming from your research, teaching, and service.

• Names and email addresses of 3 referees, ranked in order of preference. SFU will contact referees directly 

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for the Assistant Professor rank is $174,700 - $184,700, dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for a successful candidate starting at the Instructor rank is $168,340 - $174,700.

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them in their application. SFU also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and non-traditional areas of research and/or research outputs; demonstrated experience and willingness in increasing diversity in the previous institutional environment, and in curriculum, is also an asset. 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

SFU offers several benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty. Please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits and Service page for more details. SFU is also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants; if you require accommodations or have questions about SFU benefits, services, accommodations policies, or equity considerations please contact the Beedie School of Business  Faculty Relations Advisor in Faculty Relations.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

The Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia seeks outstanding candidates for one tenure-track position in Accounting, starting on July 1, 2025. The position is open at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.

Qualifications 

The successful candidate should have a PhD in Accounting and be able to demonstrate research excellence through high-quality publications. They should guide research efforts in their areas of expertise, aligning with Beedie’s strategic priorities of innovation, social responsibility, and a global perspective. Additionally, the candidate should have experience or the aptitude to contribute to Beedie’s teaching excellence through teaching financial accounting, managerial accounting, and/or auditing at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The candidate should also demonstrate the ability to engage with communities of practice and make an impact through their research. A professional accounting designation, along with experience teaching data analytics, would be an asset for this position.

Qualifications for Assistant Professor

Candidates for the Assistant Professor position are expected to have a strong publication record in reputable journals or demonstrate a robust pipeline of peer-reviewed papers under review. Additionally, they should exhibit clear evidence of being an effective teacher, the potential for growth as a scholar, and a willingness to actively contribute to the University. The successful candidate must hold a PhD in Accounting by the employment start date. However, PhD candidates with solid indications of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor, with a promotion to Assistant Professor upon completing the PhD.

Qualifications for Associate Professor

Candidates for the Associate Professor position should have an established track record of excellence in research and scholarship. The successful candidate is expected to have developed a clear program of research and be able to show prospects for future and ongoing contributions to the literature in their field. With regard to teaching, the candidate should have demonstrated ongoing development of instructional effectiveness across a range of Accounting courses and made significant teaching-related contributions. A record of active engagement and leadership role in university and community service is also required.

Duties

As SFU is a leading research university, successful candidates are expected to contribute to Beedie’s research excellence. The candidate will be expected to teach courses in financial accounting, managerial accounting, or auditing at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels. In addition, the successful candidate will actively participate in Beedie’s collegial self-governance and offer support and guidance to students, peers, and the academic community through activities such as committee work, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities. 

About Beedie 

Simon Fraser University’s Beedie School of Business is a dynamic teaching and learning setting with a reputation for producing global-class research. Located on the unceded Coast Salish territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼʷa:n̓ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and sc̓əwaθən (Tsawwassen) Peoples, SFU is actively building a diverse and inclusive community.

 As a top ranked research school, SFU Beedie has the distinction of being among only one per cent of business schools worldwide with double accreditation by AACSB and EQUIS. SFU Beedie is a signatory to Principles for Responsible Management Education and offers programs at the undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and executive levels. We pioneered Canada’s first Executive MBA, Management of Technology MBA, and the first EMBA in Indigenous Business Leadership in North America. SFU Beedie prides itself on innovation and entrepreneurship and we are home to the RADIUS social innovation lab and venture incubator.

 SFU is the top university in the world for entrepreneurial spirit and the top university in Canada for innovation. With three award-winning British Columbia campuses located in Burnaby, Surrey, and downtown Vancouver, SFU offers a strong research environment and is recognized as one of Canada’s top 100 and top family-friendly employers.

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted directly to our in-house application tracking system via the link here: https://beedie.sfu.ca/about/work-with-us. Full consideration will be given to applications submitted by January 31, 2025; however, we will continue to accept applications beyond that date until the position is filled. Please indicate clearly the rank you wish to be considered for. 

 A complete application must include: 

• A cover letter 

• An up-to-date, full curriculum vitae with details of your research and teaching, scholarly record, funding, and list of collaborations/partnerships 

• A statement outlining how your research and teaching align with the position’s qualifications and Beedie’s strategic priorities and vision

• A proposed program of research and two examples of scholarly work 

• A teaching portfolio and/or evidence of teaching potential in the area, which may include a statement of pedagogy, prior or proposed syllabi, and evidence of the quality of any prior teaching (e.g., student or peer feedback) and your commitment to improving your teaching practice

• Names and email addresses of 3 referees, ranked in order of preference. SFU will contact referees directly 

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for the Assistant Professor rank is $189,700 - $199,700, dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential. A successful candidate with experience commensurate with a higher rank may be considered for the Associate Professor rank. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for the Associate Professor rank is $215,142-$235,142, dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for a successful candidate starting at the Instructor rank is $183,340 - $189,700.

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them in their application. SFU also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and non-traditional areas of research and/or research outputs; demonstrated experience and willingness in increasing diversity in the previous institutional environment, and in curriculum, is also an asset. 

Simon Fraser University encourages applications from all qualified applicants; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, specifically Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply. 

SFU offers several benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty. Please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits and Service page for more details. SFU is also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants; if you require accommodations or have questions about SFU benefits, services, accommodations policies, or equity considerations please contact the Beedie School of Business  Faculty Relations Advisor in Faculty Relations.

Under the authority of the University Act personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details see: Collection Notice

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.