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The Beedie School of Business at Â鶹ÊÓƵ (SFU) in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia seeks outstanding candidates for one full-time, continuing teaching faculty position in the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Area, beginning on July 1st, 2027 (Rank: Lecturer). 

Qualifications 

The successful candidate must hold at least a Master’s degree in management or a field related to teaching innovation and entrepreneurship, and experience in real-world innovation and entrepreneurship activities. Candidates must demonstrate expertise and experience in experiential and community-engaged instruction (including mentoring and coaching), aligned with the Beedie School of Business’ strategic priorities of innovation, social responsibility, and global perspective. Experience teaching at an AACSB- or EQUIS-accredited business school is an asset. Evidence of ability to build and maintain a network of guest speakers, project judge panels, and partner organizations for student projects is important. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to build and maintain teaching topics and materials aligned with rapidly changing content, environments, and teaching platforms/settings (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, online). This is a teaching-focused position, and the appointment and subsequent performance reviews will emphasize teaching and educational contributions. Research activity and scholarly publication are not expected as part of the role.

Duties

The successful candidate will teach eight course sections per year in innovation and entrepreneurship, primarily in the undergraduate program (graduate courses are possible with appropriate experience). These courses are experiential, community-engaged, and include coaching and providing feedback to students and student ventures in academic and/or co-curricular settings.

Possible courses include:

• Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Innovation: BUS 238

• Introduction to Innovation: BUS 240

• Foundations of Innovation: BUS 338

• Startup Experience: BUS 477

• Innovation and Change Management: BUS 590

• Innovation and Entrepreneurship: BUS 714

Teaching faculty members are expected to contribute to the Beedie School of Business’ teaching excellence, actively participate in the school’s collegial self-governance, and offer assistance and guidance to students and peers. This unique role also benefits from connections and service with the Beedie innovation and entrepreneurship communities through activities such as committee work, advisory boards, etc.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ Beedie

We acknowledge the Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw), Musqueam (xÊ·məθkÊ·É™yÌ“É™m), Tsleil-Waututh (sÉ™lilwÉ™taɬ), Katzie (qÌ“ ícÌ“É™yÌ“), Kwikwetlem (kÊ·ikʷəƛ̓əm), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples, on whose traditional territories Â鶹ÊÓƵ's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

 The Beedie School of Business is a dynamic academic community, recognized for its excellence in teaching and learning and its internationally impactful research. Â鶹ÊÓƵBeedie is among the top one per cent of business schools worldwide to hold dual accreditation from both AACSB and EQUIS, a distinction that reflects our commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement. Â鶹ÊÓƵBeedie is a signatory to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) and offers a full range of programs at the undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and executive levels. We pioneered Canada’s first Executive MBA, Management of Technology MBA, as well as North America’s first EMBA in Indigenous Business Leadership.  

 Â鶹ÊÓƵis Canada’s top university for innovation and entrepreneurial spirit according to (WURI) 2026 rankings. With three award-winning British Columbia campuses located in Burnaby, Surrey, and downtown Vancouver, Â鶹ÊÓƵoffers a strong research environment and is recognized as one of .

Application Instructions

Submit applications directly through our in-house application tracking system using this link: /beedie/about/work-with-us. Full consideration will be given to applications submitted by November 9, 2026.

A complete application must include: 

• A cover letter that is responsive to the qualifications and duties of the role, including a statement outlining how your teaching, service, and/or scholarship of teaching and learning align with Beedie’s strategic priorities and vision.
• An up-to-date curriculum vitae including documentation of teaching experience:
  • institution(s)
  • course titles by term 
  • level (undergraduate/graduate/other)
  • role (instructor of record/teaching assistant/other)
• A teaching dossier that includes:
  • teaching philosophy 
  • demonstration of your understanding and commitment to maintain content and materials aligned with rapidly changing environments (e.g., artificial intelligence) and teaching platforms/settings (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, online)
  • examples of course content demonstrating experiential and community-engaged learning opportunities 
  • exemplar relevant syllabi 
• Names and email addresses of three referees who are willing to provide reference letters in support of your application and can provide insight on your potential for teaching excellence in innovation and entrepreneurship. Â鶹ÊÓƵwill contact referees directly. 

Faculty salaries at Â鶹ÊÓƵare based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the Â鶹ÊÓƵFaculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role at the Lecturer Rank is $98,340-$114,241, dependent on experience. Benefits are in addition to this range. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵoffers a range of benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty. For details, please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits, and Service page. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵrecognizes that alternative career paths and career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, medical leave) may affect an individual’s teaching effectiveness and related contributions. Candidates are encouraged to explain how these circumstances have affected their experiences in their applications. Â鶹ÊÓƵalso values mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and diverse forms of scholarship. Demonstrated commitment to enhancing diversity through previous institutional initiatives, curriculum design, and other contributions is considered an asset.  

Â鶹ÊÓƵis an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact the Equity Office at EDI@sfu.ca.

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

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/Â鶹ÊÓƵCollective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice. 

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should you have any questions, please contact adminco@sfu.ca.

The Beedie School of Business at Â鶹ÊÓƵ (SFU) in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia seeks outstanding candidates for one full-time teaching faculty position in the Accounting Area, beginning on July 1st, 2027 (Rank: Lecturer). 

Qualifications 

The Accounting Area seeks an effective and versatile educator who can contribute to the Area’s current and anticipated teaching needs. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated teaching effectiveness at the college or university level, the breadth and flexibility to teach a variety of accounting courses across different levels and programs, and relevant professional accounting, business, or industry experience that they can bring into the classroom. Candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to remaining current with developments in the accounting profession.

The successful candidate must hold a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and, at a minimum, an MBA or a master’s degree in accounting, management, or a discipline directly related to the core subjects to be taught and demonstrate teaching experience aligned with the Beedie School of Business’ strategic priorities of innovation, social responsibility, and global perspective. This is a teaching-focused position, and the appointment and subsequent performance reviews will emphasize teaching and educational contributions. Research activity and scholarly publication are not expected as part of the role.

Duties

The successful candidate will be expected to teach eight course sections per year in the Accounting Area, covering a range of accounting topics at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels in line with the Area’s current and anticipated teaching needs.

In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• deliver engaging, high-quality instruction that communicates accounting concepts clearly and integrates current professional practice into the classroom

• teach across different accounting courses, levels, and programs as the Area’s teaching needs evolve

• contribute to course design, curriculum development, and program activities in the Accounting Area

• support student engagement and mentorship 

• participate collegially in Accounting Area activities and contribute to service within the Area, the Beedie School of Business, and the University

• foster connections with the accounting profession and the broader business community, where appropriate

Teaching faculty members are expected to contribute to the Beedie School of Business’ teaching excellence, actively participate in the school’s collegial self-governance, and offer assistance and guidance to students, peers, and the academic community through activities such as committee work, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ Beedie 

We acknowledge the Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw), Musqueam (xÊ·məθkÊ·É™yÌ“É™m), Tsleil-Waututh (sÉ™lilwÉ™taɬ), Katzie (qÌ“ ícÌ“É™yÌ“), Kwikwetlem (kÊ·ikʷəƛ̓əm), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples, on whose traditional territories Â鶹ÊÓƵ's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

 The Beedie School of Business is a dynamic academic community, recognized for its excellence in teaching and learning and its internationally impactful research. Â鶹ÊÓƵBeedie is among the top one per cent of business schools worldwide to hold dual accreditation from both AACSB and EQUIS, a distinction that reflects our commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement. Â鶹ÊÓƵBeedie is a signatory to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) and offers a full range of programs at the undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and executive levels. We pioneered Canada’s first Executive MBA, Management of Technology MBA, as well as North America’s first EMBA in Indigenous Business Leadership.  

 Â鶹ÊÓƵis Canada’s top university for innovation and entrepreneurial spirit according to (WURI) 2026 rankings. With three award-winning British Columbia campuses located in Burnaby, Surrey, and downtown Vancouver, Â鶹ÊÓƵoffers a strong research environment and is recognized as one of .

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted directly to our in-house application tracking system via the link here: /beedie/about/work-with-us. To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than November 9, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by this date.

A complete application must include: 

• A cover letter that identifies the accounting courses you are qualified and willing to teach 

• An up-to-date, full curriculum vitae 

• A teaching dossier including teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching experience at the college/university level in accounting, prior syllabi, teaching evaluations (where available), and evidence of your commitment to improving your teaching practice

• A short teaching demonstration video (approximately two minutes) in which you explain or teach an accounting topic of your choice as you would to students; please provide a link to the video (e.g., YouTube, OneDrive, or Google Drive) that can be viewed without a password or login. Candidates invited to interview will be asked to complete a more substantive teaching demonstration 

• Names and email addresses of three referees who are willing to provide reference letters in support of your application and can provide insight on your potential for teaching excellence in accounting. Â鶹ÊÓƵwill contact referees directly

• A statement outlining how your teaching, service, and/or scholarship of teaching and learning align with Beedie’s strategic priorities and vision

Faculty salaries at Â鶹ÊÓƵare based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the Â鶹ÊÓƵFaculty Association.  A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role at the Lecturer Rank is $98,340-$114,241, dependent on experience. Benefits are in addition to this range.

Â鶹ÊÓƵoffers a range of benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty. For details, please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits, and Service page. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵrecognizes that alternative career paths and career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, medical leave) may affect an individual’s teaching effectiveness and related contributions. Candidates are encouraged to explain how these circumstances have affected their experiences in their applications. Â鶹ÊÓƵalso values mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and diverse forms of scholarship. Demonstrated commitment to enhancing diversity through previous institutional initiatives, curriculum design, and other contributions is considered an asset.  

Â鶹ÊÓƵis an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact the Equity Office at EDI@sfu.ca. 

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

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/Â鶹ÊÓƵCollective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice. 

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should you have any questions, please contact adminco@sfu.ca.

The Beedie School of Business at Â鶹ÊÓƵ (SFU) in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia seeks outstanding candidates for one full-time teaching faculty position in the Business and Society area beginning on July 1st, 2027 (Rank: Lecturer). 

Qualifications 

The successful candidate will have high teaching potential demonstrated through experience and/or expertise, professional development, effort, and enthusiasm at the undergraduate and/or graduate level in business and society, including business sustainability. Teaching experience at an AACSB/EQUIS accredited Business School and applied relevant work experience in a business environment or a community organization is an asset. The successful candidate has an ability to engage diverse learners in the classroom using innovative and experiential pedagogies and teaching practices informed by the latest research and current sustainable business practice. 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.�

We will accept applications from candidates that hold a doctoral-level degree or at minimum a Master's degree in management or a discipline directly related to the core subjects to be taught. Candidates should also demonstrate teaching experience that aligns with the Beedie School of Business’ strategic priorities of innovation, social responsibility, and global perspective. This is a teaching-focused position, and the appointment and subsequent performance reviews will emphasize teaching and educational contributions. Research activity and scholarly publication are not expected as part of the role.

Duties

The successful candidate will be expected to teach eight course sections per year in the Business and Society area, including business sustainability. The courses seek to address a range of topics related to: systems thinking, socio- and ecological resilience, life cycle thinking, voluntary standards and regulatory trends, sustainability strategy, corporate sustainability performance, governance and oversight of sustainability, sustainable supply chains, and change agency. The area is also committed to honouring both Indigenous and Western worldviews in its courses. Â鶹ÊÓƵoperates on a trimester system and a lecturer is expected to teach during all three terms: Fall, Spring, and Summer. A typical load is three courses in each of first two terms and two courses in the remaining term and may include core Business and Society courses, including BUS275 - Business in a Sustainable Society and BUS716 - Sustainability, offered at the undergraduate and graduate levels respectively. 

The lecturer will have responsibility for the preparation and instruction of a range of undergraduate and graduate level courses and may be called upon to provide leadership in curriculum development. Teaching faculty members are expected to contribute to the Beedie School of Business’ teaching excellence, actively participate in school’s collegial self-governance, and offer assistance and guidance to students, peers, and the academic community through activities such as committee work, mentorship, and co-curricular learning opportunities such as coaching a case competition team. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵ Beedie 

We acknowledge the Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw), Musqueam (xÊ·məθkÊ·É™yÌ“É™m), Tsleil-Waututh (sÉ™lilwÉ™taɬ), Katzie (qÌ“ ícÌ“É™yÌ“), Kwikwetlem (kÊ·ikʷəƛ̓əm), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples, on whose traditional territories Â鶹ÊÓƵ's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

 The Beedie School of Business is a dynamic academic community, recognized for its excellence in teaching and learning and its internationally impactful research. Â鶹ÊÓƵBeedie is among the top one per cent of business schools worldwide to hold dual accreditation from both AACSB and EQUIS, a distinction that reflects our commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement. Â鶹ÊÓƵBeedie is a signatory to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) and offers a full range of programs at the undergraduate, master’s, PhD, and executive levels. We pioneered Canada’s first Executive MBA, Management of Technology MBA, as well as North America’s first EMBA in Indigenous Business Leadership.  

 Â鶹ÊÓƵis Canada’s top university for innovation and entrepreneurial spirit according to (WURI) 2026 rankings and ranks among the world’s top 10 for climate action and sustainable cities. With three award-winning British Columbia campuses located in Burnaby, Surrey, and downtown Vancouver, Â鶹ÊÓƵoffers a strong research environment and is recognized as one of .

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted directly to our in-house application tracking system via the link here: /beedie/about/work-with-us. Full consideration will be given to applications submitted by November 3, 2026.

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 potential and/or experience in business sustainability. We encourage the inclusion of prior and/or prospective syllabi, samples of assessments used to evaluate student performance (e.g., individual and/or team assignments, projects), and your efforts and commitment to improving your teaching practice. You may wish to demonstrate how you would address some of the core topics through prospective reading lists and materials, activities, or other means. While we do not require course evaluations, applicants selecting to include course evaluations should include all evaluations, including all written comments, from all courses taught in at least the most recent two years of teaching.

• A statement outlining your perspective on Beedie, including its pillar and calling on social responsibility and Indigeneity commitment, as well as SFU’s strategic priorities concerning upholding truth and reconciliation, engaging in global challenges, and making a difference for BC. You are also asked to include your personal goals for impact stemming from teaching and service, including engagements and contributions outside of the classroom.   

• Names and email addresses of three referees who are willing to provide reference letters in support of your application and can provide insight on your potential for teaching excellence in business sustainability. Â鶹ÊÓƵwill contact referees directly.

Faculty salaries at Â鶹ÊÓƵare based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the Â鶹ÊÓƵFaculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role at the Lecturer Rank is $98,340-$114,241, dependent on experience. Benefits are in addition to this range.

Â鶹ÊÓƵrecognizes that alternative career paths and career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, medical leave) may affect an individual’s teaching effectiveness and related contributions. Candidates are encouraged to explain how these circumstances have affected their experiences in their applications. Â鶹ÊÓƵalso values mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and nontraditional areas of research. Demonstrated commitment to enhancing diversity through previous institutional initiatives, curriculum design, and other contributions is considered an asset. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵis an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

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

Â鶹ÊÓƵoffers a range of benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty. For details, please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits, and Service page. Â鶹ÊÓƵis also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. Applicants requiring accommodations, or with questions about Â鶹ÊÓƵbenefits, services, accommodations policies, or equity considerations are encouraged to contact the 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/Â鶹ÊÓƵCollective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice. 

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should you have any questions, please contact adminco@sfu.ca.