Assistant Professor of Finance, Department of Economics, Finance, and Accounting
About The Position
The Department of Economics, Finance, and Accounting at Fort Hays State University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position in Finance. This is an on-campus position in Hays, Kansas. The role focuses primarily on teaching, with additional expectations for research and service to the institution. The department is teaching-focused and seeks candidates committed to engaging and challenging students in classroom and online environments. The successful candidate will teach 12 credit hours per semester at the undergraduate and graduate levels, potentially in both on-campus and online courses. Primary teaching areas are corporate finance and investments. The candidate will remain current in the field through active research and participate in departmental, college, and university activities. The appointment date is August 2027, at the rank of Assistant Professor. The department offers undergraduate and graduate instruction in accounting, economics, and finance. It is part of the Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship, which has more than 50 full-time faculty and offers undergraduate and graduate programs, including online programs. The position requires a criminal background check for the final candidate.
Requirements
- ABD status within one year of completing a PhD in Finance.
- At least one year of teaching experience.
Nice To Haves
- A conferred PhD in Finance.
- At least two years of teaching experience in Finance courses.
- Strong teaching experience in both on-campus and online settings.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct research.
Responsibilities
- Teach 12 credit hours per semester at the undergraduate and graduate levels in Finance, potentially through both on-campus and online courses.
- Teach primarily in corporate finance and investments.
- Conduct active research and stay current in the Finance field.
- Participate in departmental, college, and university activities.
- Provide service to the institution.
Benefits
- Competitive benefit package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
