Weatherford Chair of Finance Tenure-Track Faculty

Job Title

Weatherford Chair of Finance TenureTrack Faculty

Department

Weatherford Chair of Finance

University Expectation

MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching robust research/creative activity and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.

Salary

Salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Jennings A. Jones College of Business Department of Economics and Finance at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)invites applications for a prestigious fulltime faculty position #113220 at the rank of associate professor or professor in Finance. Expedited tenure will be considered. This inperson role requires Tennessee residency by the appointment date. The start date is as early as January 1 2025.

Position Overview:

The Weatherford Chair of Finance is a distinguished role designed for an accomplished leader in the academic or professional community. The successful candidate will provide visionary leadership in the finance field enhancing MTSUs national reputation through teaching research and scholarly activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enhance MTSUs National Reputation: Elevate the profile of MTSUs finance programs on a national scale.
• Innovative Teaching: Deliver cuttingedge instruction in specialized areas of finance.
• Host Workshops: Organize and lead workshops that attract top scholars in the field.
• Academic Leadership: Shape the academic content and quality of the finance programs.
• Industry Collaboration: Partner with industry professionals to promote the finance programs and create student internship and employment opportunities.
• Student Engagement: Work with Academics Admissions and Advancement to recruit and retain students and foster alumni and industry support.
• Experiential Learning: Supervise student internships and facilitate experiential learning opportunities including industry conferences site visits and study away experiences.
• Professional Networking: Maintain and grow relationships with educational and professional colleagues to strengthen connections between the University and the business community.
• Fundraising and Outreach: Collaborate with the Jones College of Business Development Officer in fundraising and outreach efforts.
• University Leadership: Contribute to the Universitys goals and commitment to quality and a studentcentered environment.

Why Join MTSU

• Impactful Role: Play a key role in shaping the future of finance education at MTSU.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a dynamic team dedicated to academic excellence and student success.
• Professional Growth: Engage with top scholars and industry leaders and contribute to groundbreaking research and teaching.

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for finance education and a desire to make a significant impact we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at MTSU.

Required Education

A terminal degree in finance or a closely related field from an AACSBaccredited institution is required at the time of appointment.

Other Desirables

Applicants with professional work experience in finance the rank of associate professor or professor with tenure at an AACSBaccredited institution or those with Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designations or other financerelated professional certifications will receive special consideration.

Documents Needed to Apply

To successfully apply applicants must include a cover letter curriculum vitae statement of teaching philosophy and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of application.

Special Instruction to Applicants

For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University please visit our faculty recruitment webpage at https://mtsu/facultyrecruitment/.

If you need help applying please contact Mitzi Dunkley Faculty Recruitment Specialist at. If you have positionspecific questions please contact Dave Wood at

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to the following:

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical dental vision and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986. Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at.

MTSU is a Tobacco & DrugFree campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

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Application Review Date:11/08/2024