Assistant/Associate Professor of Finance

Financial Management Association International; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho State University’s College of Business invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Finance in corporate finance and/or investments beginning August 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, conduct research leading to publications, and engage in service.

Teaching load is three courses in both Spring and Fall semesters, including Corporate Financial Management and Advanced Corporate Finance.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Finance by hire with emphasis in corporate finance/investments.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including corporate finance.
• Willingness to maintain AACSB Scholarly Academic qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in person or online as needed.
• Conduct field-related research leading to publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Engage in service activities within the department.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in Finance

Job description

Primary Purpose

The Department of Economics & Finance in the College of Business at Idaho State University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Finance in the field of corporate finance and/or investments beginning August 2027.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in face-to-face or online modes as needed by the department, conduct field-related research leading to publications in peer-reviewed scholarly journals, and engage in service-related activities. Teaching load requirements are three courses in both Spring and Fall semester. It is anticipated the individual filling this roll will teach Corporate Financial Management at least once per semester and Advanced Corporate Finance at least once per year, with the balance of classes determined by departmental needs. The candidate will be required to maintain AACSB academic qualifications as a Scholarly Academic.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate will have earned, or be close to completing, a doctorate in Finance (Ph.D. or DBA) by the time of hire, with an emphasis in corporate finance and/or investments. The successful candidate will also desire to live in the intermountain west and teach at a regional-serving institution of first access. Candidates seeking to be hired at the rank of Associate Professor must have a minimum of 6 years of experience at the Assistant Professor rank, evidence of teaching excellence, and evidence of scholarly achievement.

Preferred Qualifications

A highly qualified candidate will demonstrate the ability to successfully teach students from broad backgrounds and possess a willingness to engage with students both in and out of the classroom.

Position will remain open until filled, with priority consideration provided to applications received by 10/16/2026. Salary will be competitive with similar AACSB accredited institutions and commensurate with experience, and includes a competitive benefits package. Offers of employment may be conditional pending successful completion of a background investigation.

About Idaho State University

Idaho State University (ISU) combines exceptional academics amidst the grand natural beauty of the West. ISU faculty and students are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions in the areas of energy, health professions, nuclear research, teaching, humanities, engineering, performing and visual arts, technology, biological sciences, pharmacy, and business. ISU is the state's designated lead institution in health professions and medical education.

Idaho State University, a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution founded in 1901, serves a diverse population by attracting students from around the world to its Idaho campuses. At the main campus in Pocatello, and at locations in Meridian, Idaho Falls, and Twin Falls, ISU offers access to high-quality education in more than 280 programs serving over 12,000 students.