Assistant Professor of Finance
About The Position
California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) is seeking to hire an Assistant Professor of Finance for the College of Business, Department of Finance. This tenure-track position is targeted toward finance and is set to begin in Fall 2027. CSULB is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) with a strong commitment to student success, diversity, and inclusion. The College of Business is accredited by AACSB International and serves a large student population with a focus on preparing students for a global economy. The Department of Finance offers a STEM-designated Master of Science in Financial Analytics program affiliated with the CFA Program and is a Bloomberg Experiential Learning Partner.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Finance, Financial Engineering, 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, 2027.
- 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
- Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including low socioeconomic and first-generation students
Nice To Haves
- A record of successful or forthcoming publications and/or a promising research pipeline in Finance
- Teaching experience in investments, asset pricing, general finance, and related areas at the university level
- A record of related business, professional or managerial experience
- Experience successfully working with diverse student populations, including those from a range of demographic and socioeconomic backgrounds
- Experience mentoring or supporting students and using inclusive and culturally relevant teaching strategies in a diverse classroom.
- Familiarity with the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) curriculum and either current CFA charter holder status or a demonstrated interest in pursuing a CFA charter
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
- Engage in service activities at the department, college, university, and community levels
Benefits
- CSU Employee Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
