Assistant Professor of Finance (Financial Engineering)

California State University System•Long Beach, CA

23d

About The Position

CSULB seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the University's strong commitment to the academic success of all of our students, including students with disabilities, students who are first generation to college, veterans, students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, and students of diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions. CSULB seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the People of California, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students a rich variety of expertise, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning. College of Business The College of Business is a leading, dynamic urban college serving south Los Angeles County and Orange County. Business is one of the most popular fields of study on campus. Accredited since 1971 at both the undergraduate and graduate levels by AACSB International, the College of Business has approximately 4,800 undergraduate majors, almost 600 graduate students in eight masters' programs, and a network of 65,000 graduates since its inception. We focus on providing a high-quality learning and research environment and preparing our diverse student body to excel in a global economy. The Department of Finance's Master of Science in Financial Analytics is a STEM-designated, CFA-affiliated program and is oriented toward the CFA Program's Candidate Body of Knowledge. CSULB is also a Bloomberg Experiential Learning Partner.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Finance, Financial Engineering, DBA in Finance, or related field from an AACSB (or EQUIS) accredited institution. Degree at time of application or official notification of completion of the doctoral degree by August 1, 2026.
Demonstrated potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level in the areas of investment, asset pricing, and general finance
Demonstrated ability to develop curriculum at undergraduate and graduate levels
Demonstrated potential for research, scholarship, and creative activities leading to publication
Demonstrated potential for service contributions to the department, college, university, and broader community

Nice To Haves

A record of successful or forthcoming publications and/or a promising research pipeline in Finance
Teaching experience at the university level
A record of related business, professional or managerial experience
Experience of successfully working with, mentoring, and/or teaching a diverse student population that is demographically and socioeconomically similar to the CSULB student body
Familiarity with the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) curriculum and either current CFA charter holder status or a demonstrated interest in pursuing a CFA charter
Experience mentoring or supporting students with minoritized identities or experience using inclusive and culturally relevant teaching strategies in a diverse classroom
Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population that is demographically and socioeconomically similar to the CSULB student body

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in investments, asset pricing, general finance and related areas. [Mode of instruction may include in-person, hybrid, online, and/or any combination thereof.]
Develop and update course content at the undergraduate and graduate levels to align with the discipline
Maintain an active research agenda in finance, leading to presentations and publications
Participate in service to the school, college, university, and profession/community