Assistant Professor of Finance

Department:

Department of Finance

Job Summary:

The Department of Finance in the School of Business Administration
at The University of Mississippi invites applications for a
tenure-track position to start in August, 2027.

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate is
expected to teach undergraduate, MBA, and/or doctoral level courses
in finance and to perform duties assigned by the Dean of the School
of Business Administration and Chair of the Department of Finance.
The normal teaching load for a research-active faculty member is
2/2 (6 credit hours each semester, Fall and Spring) with the option
to teach summer courses 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.

Required Qualifications: To be considered, applicants must
have earned a doctorate degree in finance (or hold ABD status with
expected degree completion prior to August, 2027) from an AACSB
accredited or well-regarded business program. Candidates must have
demonstrated research and teaching interests in finance. Candidates
should possess a proven track record of original research and/or
publication in quality finance journals, and must provide evidence
of a strong commitment to scholarship, effective teaching, and
service. No candidate will be considered who does not meet the
departmental AACSB standards for Scholarly Academics (SA). Advanced
assistant professor is preferred.

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Job Responsibilities:

The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate, MBA,
and/or doctoral level courses in finance and to perform duties
assigned by the Dean of the School of Business Administration and
Chair of the Department of Finance. The normal teaching load for a
research-active faculty member is 2/2 (6 credit hours each
semester, Fall and Spring) with the option to teach summer courses
for additional pay subject to course and funding availability. A
strong record of quality research and teaching is required for
tenure.

Application Procedure: Screening of applications will begin
immediately. The position will be open until filled or until an
adequate applicant pool is achieved. Apply online (only) at
https://careers.olemiss.edu .
Applications cannot be accepted in any other format. Candidates
should submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and evidence of
effective teaching. At least three references will be required from
candidates invited to campus. For additional information, contact
the search committee chair, Dr. Robert Van Ness, 329 Holman Hall,
School of Business Administration, PO Box 1848, The University of
Mississippi, University, MS 38677-1848 (rvanness@olemiss.edu
).

Education Qualifications:

PhD: Finance (Required)

Experience:

Related Experience

Interview Requirement:

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an
interview must notify the Department of Equal
Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable
accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement:

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any
employment practice, education program, or education activity to
all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable
laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does
not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship,
national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic
information.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe
campus community. UM conducts background investigations for
applicants being considered for employment. Background
investigations include a criminal history record check, and when
appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history
check.