Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The University of Kansas is seeking up to two tenure-track Assistant Professors in Finance for the 2027-28 academic year. The role focuses on conducting and publishing scholarly finance research, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring students, and contributing to university, professional, and community service.
Responsibilities
- **40%**Research: Develop and sustain an active program of scholarly research in finance and related fields, leading to publications in high-quality academic journals, scholarly presentations, and other research contributions
- **40%** Teaching: Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in finance and related disciplines. Contribute to student learning through instruction, mentoring, advising, curriculum development, and other educational activities that support the mission of the School of Business
- **20%** Service: Engage in service activities that support the area, school, university, profession, and broader community. Contribute through committee participation, professional engagement, outreach, student support activities, and other service contributions appropriate to rank and expertise
- Successful candidates will be expected to contribute to the advancement of knowledge through high quality publications in leading academic journals, to teach courses with rigorous academic content at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral level, and to engage in service and outreach activities that advance the educational mission of the School of Business and the University of Kansas
Skills
- 1. A Ph.D. degree in Finance or related field (must be earned by August 18, 2027)
- 2. Demonstrated (or evidence of high potential for) scholarship excellence as shown through publications and working papers
- 3. Demonstrated (or evidence of high potential for) teaching excellence
- The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment
Benefits
- Continuous learning and growth opportunities
- A workplace culture of care where each person is seen, heard, and valued
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