Assistant Professor, Finance

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); Sur place; USD 290 000 - 315 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Tuition benefits for employee and/or a

Pre-tax and flex spending accounts

Generous retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

Résumé du poste

Northwestern University is seeking an Assistant Professor in Finance/Economics at the Kellogg School of Management, based in Evanston, IL. The nine-month, full-time appointment requires a Ph.D. in Economics, Finance, or related discipline by the start date.

Candidates should demonstrate strong research skills and contribute to a world-class MBA and PhD program. Applications due by Nov 15, 2026. Salary is competitive, with a base pay range of $290,000–$315,000 and potential discretionary research

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Economics, Finance, or related discipline by start date.
• Strong research skills and ability to contribute to MBA/PhD program offerings.
• Qualified female and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

Connaissances

Research skills

Formation

Ph.D. in Economics/Finance

Description du poste

Job ID: 54432. Location: Evanston, Illinois.

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.

• 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
• 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. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. View additional information on the accommodations process.