Assistant Professor of Economics and Management - Finance (Tenure-track)

DePauw University • Greencastle, IN

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About The Position

DePauw University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Women, members of underrepresented groups, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Position will remain open until filled. The Department of Economics and Management at DePauw University invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2026. Ph.D. (completed by August 2026) in finance or related field is preferred; ABD candidates will be considered at the rank of Instructor. A commitment to teaching undergraduates in a liberal-arts setting and evidence of effective and inclusive teaching are essential. The department seeks candidates whose primary field is in finance and is especially interested in candidates who can teach courses in one or more of the following areas: corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, valuation, venture capital, and entrepreneurial finance. Candidates must be able to contribute to teaching finance core courses (i.e., Foundations of Corporate Finance, Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management, and Senior Seminar) in addition to courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. The Department of Economics and Management offers majors in Finance and in Economics, and minors in several business-related areas. The teaching assignment is six courses per year, in addition to a half-credit course taught every third year during January or May term. Funding is available for professional development and research with undergraduate students. DePauw University is a leading, nationally-recognized liberal arts and sciences university dedicated to educating approximately 1,850 highly talented, motivated, and diverse students from across the country and around the globe. The University includes a College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, a School of Business and Leadership, and a Creative School, which enriches the community by providing a rich set of music performances and other artistic offerings. For 185 years, DePauw has created an atmosphere of intellectual challenge that prepares students for lifelong success and fulfills its mission to develop leaders the world needs through an uncommon commitment to the liberal arts. Located in Greencastle, Indiana, about a 45-minute drive west of Indianapolis, DePauw is a member of the Great Lakes Colleges Association. DePauw has an ongoing commitment to diversity and seeks to strengthen our institution through equitable and inclusive practices.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in finance or related field (completed by August 2026) preferred; ABD candidates will be considered at the rank of Instructor.
• Commitment to teaching undergraduates in a liberal-arts setting.
• Evidence of effective and inclusive teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in finance, including corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, valuation, venture capital, and entrepreneurial finance.
• Contribute to teaching finance core courses such as Foundations of Corporate Finance, Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management, and Senior Seminar.
• Teach six courses per year, plus a half-credit course every third year during January or May term.
• Engage in professional development and research with undergraduate students.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long Term Disability paid for by DePauw University.
• Voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents.
• Tuition Remission and Exchange.
• Relocation Allowance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Employee discounts and access to University resources.
• Cigna Employee Assistance benefit available to all employees and their households.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees