Assistant Instructional Professor of Finance
About The Position
The Department of Accounting and Finance in the College of Business at the University of Wyoming invites applications for an Assistant Instructional Professor of Finance beginning Spring 2027 (preferred) or Fall 2027. We invite applicants with qualifications to teach and conduct research in any finance area. Successful candidates will be expected to contribute to the strong teaching reputation of the department’s faculty, actively participate in our undergraduate and graduate Finance programs and CFP Board-registered certificate program, and publish quality peer-reviewed research in finance or closely related fields. Qualified candidates should submit an online application, including the required materials listed below. Review of application materials will begin on October 5, 2026. Only completed applications will be considered. Interested candidates may email the search committee chair, Dr. Nicole Choi, at [email protected] for more information.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Finance or closely related field in hand by start date of employment
- Demonstrated potential for research publication to maintain a Scholarly Academic (SA) status (two or more peer-reviewed journal articles per six-year rolling period) for AACSB accreditation
- Three or more years of university teaching experience or having completed a Ph.D. within the last three years
- Experience Evaluation Minimum experience requirements are evaluated on a full-time equivalent (FTE) basis. Relevant part-time experience will be prorated based on hours worked. For example, two years working an average of 20 hours per week is equivalent to approximately one year of full-time experience. Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for all current and previous positions. Failure to provide this information may affect the evaluation of qualifications.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching
- Evidence of ongoing high-quality research productivity
- CFA or CFP certification or on track of earning one
- Commitment to departmental, college, university, and professional service
- Ability to start the position in Spring 2027
Responsibilities
- Teach and conduct research in any finance area.
- Contribute to the strong teaching reputation of the department’s faculty.
- Actively participate in undergraduate and graduate Finance programs and CFP Board-registered certificate program.
- Publish quality peer-reviewed research in finance or closely related fields.
Benefits
- Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes over 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatory employee contribution, the total contribution toward your retirement plan exceeds 19%.
- Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
- Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
- Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
