Assistant Professor of Finance
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Job Location:
University Park, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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POSITION SPECIFICS
The Department of Finance of The Pennsylvania State University (University Park) seeks to fill up to two tenure-line faculty positions at the Assistant Professor rank beginning in Fall 2026. Candidates must contribute to the mission of the Smeal College of Business and the Department of Finance in the areas of research teaching and particular the candidate must conduct high quality research that is published or publishable in top-tier academic journals; effectively teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels; serve as a research advisor and mentor to PhD students; engage in service activities commensurate with their rank; and contribute to the collegial and intellectual atmosphere of the department. Onsite teaching is an essential function of this position.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
A successful candidate is expected to have a Ph.D. in Finance or a closely related field; ABD candidates should expect to complete their degree requirements by the time of the appointment. Also required is evidence of a research agenda with potential for publications in top-tier finance and economics journals. Experienced applicants should have an established record of scholarly research published in the top journals in finance.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
To apply for this position candidates are to apply directly on-line (ReqAssistant Professor of Finance ) and submit the following documents as PDF files:
vita
copies of representative publications and working papers
teaching evaluations (when applicable)
names of at least three (3) references
A minimum of three reference letters should be emailed directly from reference providers to this address:
For full consideration applications should be completed by November 28 2025 though review of applications will continue until the position is filled. More information about the Department and the Smeal College of Business is available at For questions about the application process and portal please contact Kayla Horting () .
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.BENEFITS
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.For more detailed information please visit ourBenefits Page.
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Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Experience
- Medical Management
- Library Services
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Grant Writing
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
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