Assistant Professor, Finance

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 290,000 - 315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid medical/sick and parental leave

Tuition benefits for employee and Dep.

Pre-tax and flex spending accounts

Retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Job summary

Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor in Economics or Finance for the 2027/28 academic year (start Sept 1, 2027). A Ph.D. in Economics, Finance, or related discipline by start date is required or expected.

The position emphasizes high-quality research and an MBA/PhD program fit. Base pay range is $290,000–$315,000 for a nine-month appointment; summer salary and discretionary funding may be available.

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics, Finance, or related discipline by start date or on appointment.
• Demonstrated strong research skills and potential for high-quality scholarship.
• Qualified female and minority candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Skills

Research skills

Education

PhD in Economics/Finance

Job description

Department: Finance, Kellogg School of Management

Applications are invited for full-time, Assistant Professor position for the 2027/28 academic year (starting September 1, 2027). Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Economics, Finance, or a related discipline in hand or expected by employment start date. Candidates should demonstrate strong research skills and an understanding of, and appreciation for a quality academic program at the M.B.A. and Ph.D. levels. Qualified female and minority candidates are particularly invited to apply. Salaries are competitive.

Applications should include a vita, job market paper as well as other research papers, and three letters of recommendation. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 15th, 2026.

Questions can be directed to Professor Michael Fishman at: [e-mail]

The expected base pay range for this position is $290,000-$315,000.

This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment, does not include summer salary, and is subject to negotiation. Research discretionary funding will also be provided. Summer salary, including from sponsored projects, may also be available.

Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal comparators; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include:

• health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• paid medical/sick and parental leave
• tuition benefits for the employee and dependents
• pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care
• generous retirement savings options
• and wellness programs

For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at Northwestern Benefits to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status.

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