Assistant Professor, Economics and Finance

University of New Orleans • New Orleans, LA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The LSU New Orleans is a welcoming university in one of America’s most vibrant cities. This position is a great opportunity to join a department with a long and strong history of serving the economics profession needs in New Orleans and beyond. The Department offers the BS and MS in Finance as well as a PhD in Financial Economics. We have successfully placed more than 150 PhD graduates into universities across the United States and the world as well as many into industry. These graduates have been very successful in publishing and thus gaining tenure at their respective universities. UNO Finance students mirror the local community and also come from across the globe. You will enjoy a city with unmatched history, culture, and character.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Finance or Economics completed by August 2027.
• Evidence of ability to publish in academic journals.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Detailed curriculum vitae or resume
• Cover letter
• Three letters of recommendation

Nice To Haves

• Competencies in International Finance, PhD Seminar, and PhD Seminar in Econometrics
• Demonstrated teaching skills

Responsibilities

• Teach four finance classes per 9-month academic year (2-2 load) at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Our greatest need is to teach courses in International Finance including a PhD Seminar and a PhD Seminar in Econometrics so a strong preference will be given to applicants with those competencies and with demonstrated teaching skills.
• Publish research suitable for acceptance in leading finance journals.
• Perform appropriate service activities for the university as well as the local and professional communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree