Assistant Professor of Finance
About The Position
The Department of Accounting, Finance and Analytics at Utah Tech University (UT) in St. George, Utah, invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor in Finance position to start in the Fall Semester of 2026. The goal of the UT Finance program is to develop leadership qualities by challenging students to frequently innovate in the context of their courses; engage students through active learning, applied / pedagogical research, meaningful internship experiences, and business development opportunities; and create career preparation value for students across multiple performance dimensions, including communication skills, technical competencies, and critical thinking. More information about the department, faculty, and its degree offerings can be found online at https://finance.utahtech.edu/.
Requirements
- Terminal degree in Finance or closely related discipline from an AACSB-accredited college or university is required. (ABD considered; Ph.D. must be completed by start date).
- Demonstrated potential to produce high-quality, peer-reviewed research.
- Proven ability to design innovative courses, develop adaptable curricula, and deliver effective instruction across diverse teaching environments.
- Ability to work well with students and other faculty members.
- Knowledge and experience of assessment and accreditation standards.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Nice To Haves
- The department values faculty who bridge academic research and professional practice. Candidates with active finance-related certifications (CFA, CFP, CAIA, or similar) are highly valued, as these designations reflect current industry engagement and practical relevance.
Responsibilities
- Design and teach courses (in-person and online) in finance as needed in both lower and upper undergraduate levels, as assigned. Base job workload is 24 credit hours per academic year.
- Develop and deliver new courses aligned with emerging trends in finance.
- Develop an innovative and collaborative research agenda that contributes to the discipline through peer-reviewed publications.
- Counsel/advise students majoring in finance and related areas.
- Participate in curriculum development and program assessment.
- Maintain regular office hours and be available to students and faculty.
- Engage in service to the department, college, university, and professional community.
- Help with recruiting students to the Finance major.
- Perform other faculty duties as prescribed by AACSB accreditation standards for Scholarly Academic (SA) faculty.
Benefits
- Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
