Professor of Accounting (Fitzgerald Chair)

Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Faculty: Business and Economics
Department: Accounting
Salary: Level E - an attractive remuneration package will be offered plus 17% super
 

• Prestigious Fitzgerald Chair honouring pioneering accounting scholars / Lead globally recognised research, education and policy influence / Shape profession, regulators and industry partnership

• Apply now to become the Fitzgerald Chair and drive impactful accounting research, teaching and public engagement.

• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. 
   

The University of Melbourne 
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Your next career opportunity 
In this esteemed professorial role, you will lead globally recognised research and innovative teaching in accounting. You will shape public debate, influence policy and mentor the next generation of scholars and practitioners, while providing strategic leadership within a highly respected Department and Faculty.
 

What you will deliver: 

• Lead an ambitious research agenda in accounting, publishing in top-tier international journals and other scholarly outlets.

• Secure competitive external research funding and foster collaborative projects with national and international partners.

• Provide inspiring leadership in teaching across undergraduate and graduate programmes, including curriculum innovation and enhancement.

• Supervise and mentor doctoral and honours students, building a strong, supportive research training culture.

• Contribute actively to boards, committees and professional forums, strengthening the Department’s profile with regulators, government and industry.
   

You may be a great fit if you: 

• Hold a PhD in accounting or a closely related discipline.

• Demonstrate an outstanding record of impactful publications in leading international accounting journals.

• Provide evidence of successful, innovative teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Lead and mentor academic colleagues and graduate researchers towards shared excellence and impact.

• Build strong, enduring relationships with regulators, standard setters, government and industry partners.

• Secure or contribute to competitive external research funding and major collaborative research initiatives.
   

For further information please refer to the attached PD. 
 

What we offer you! 
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: 

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being.

• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning.

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave.

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company.

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program.
   

For more information check out our benefits page! 
 

Your new team – “Department of Accounting” 
You will join the Department of Accounting, a dynamic community of over 40 academics delivering research, teaching and engagement across financial and managerial accounting, auditing and assurance, and accounting information systems. As part of the Faculty of Business and Economics, you will work within a globally respected business school with strong industry, government and professional networks. You will benefit from a collegial, research-intensive environment that values innovation, impact and the development of future leaders in accounting.
 

Be Yourself 
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
 

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.
 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 
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Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected]  
 

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.

• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.
   

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position, contact Professor Brad Potter at the details in the position description.

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Shabon Nawabi at [email protected]

• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').
   

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.
 

Applications close: Sunday 11th October 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. 
 

Position Description: 
PD - JR-014983 Professor of Accounting (Fitzgerald Chair).docx
PD - JR-014983 Professor of Accounting (Fitzgerald Chair).pdf