Assistant Professor of Finance

University of Mississippi • University, MS

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About The Position

The Department of Finance in the School of Business Administration at The University of Mississippi invites applications for a tenure-track position starting in August 2027. The successful candidate will teach finance courses at the undergraduate, MBA, and/or doctoral level and perform duties assigned by the Dean of the School of Business Administration and the Chair of the Department of Finance. The normal teaching load for a research-active faculty member is 2/2, or six credit hours each semester in Fall and Spring. Summer teaching may be available for additional pay, subject to course and funding availability. A strong record of quality research and teaching is required for tenure. Advanced assistant professor is preferred.

Applicants must hold a doctorate in finance, or have ABD status with expected degree completion before August 2027, from an AACSB-accredited or well-regarded business program. Candidates must demonstrate research and teaching interests in finance, a record of original research and/or publication in quality finance journals, and a strong commitment to scholarship, effective teaching, and service. Candidates must meet the department’s AACSB standards for Scholarly Academics (SA). Applications are submitted online and should include a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and evidence of effective teaching. At least three references will be required from candidates invited to campus. The position remains open until filled or until an adequate applicant pool is achieved. Applicants called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing before the interview of any reasonable accommodation needed. Employment candidates are subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check and, when appropriate, a financial or driving history check.

Requirements

• Doctorate in finance, or ABD status with expected degree completion before August 2027, from an AACSB-accredited or well-regarded business program.
• Demonstrated research and teaching interests in finance.
• Proven record of original research and/or publication in quality finance journals.
• Evidence of a strong commitment to scholarship, effective teaching, and service.
• Meets the departmental AACSB standards for Scholarly Academics (SA).
• Submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and evidence of effective teaching.
• At least three references are required from candidates invited to campus.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced assistant professor status is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate, MBA, and/or doctoral-level courses in finance.
• Perform duties assigned by the Dean of the School of Business Administration and the Chair of the Department of Finance.
• Maintain a strong record of quality research and teaching for tenure.
• Conduct original research and/or publish in quality finance journals.
• Contribute to scholarship, effective teaching, and service.

What This Job Offers

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