Assistant Professor, Finance

ffd; Fairfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Finance Department, starting Fall 2027. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Finance by Sept 1, 2027 and an active research program with potential for high-quality publications.

The role includes teaching in-person and online at Fairfield and/or Bridgeport campuses and a strong commitment to engaged teaching. Service to department, school, university, and profession is expected.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Finance by Sept 1, 2027.
• Active research program with potential for high-quality publications.
• Commitment to engaged teaching and excellence in using technology in the classroom.
• Ability to teach at Fairfield and/or Bridgeport campuses in person and online.

Responsibilities

• Teach finance courses at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Advise and mentor students within the Finance Department.
• Contribute to service to the department, school, university and profession.

Skills

Engaged teaching

Educational technology

Education

Ph.D. in Finance

Job description

Job Description:

The Dolan School of Business at Fairfield University invites applications for one tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the Finance Department, beginning Fall 2027 and subject to budget approval. Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in Finance by September 1, 2027 and have an active research program with demonstrated potential to publish high quality research in peer-reviewed journals. All areas of finance will be considered. Candidates must have a strong commitment to engaged teaching. Commitment to innovation and demonstrated excellence in using technology in the classroom are required. A faculty member may teach at either the Fairfield and/or Bridgeport campus in person and online. Service to the department, school of business, university, community, and profession is expected.

About Fairfield University:

Founded in 1942, Fairfield University is a Jesuit, Catholic institution, located in the scenic shoreline community of Fairfield, CT, one hour from New York City along Long Island Sound. Fairfield University earned the #28 spot for Best Undergraduate Teaching among national universities and was the highest-ranked institution among the 60 schools moving into U.S. News & World Report’s Best National Universities ranking for the first time in 2023. The Dolan School of Business at Fairfield University is AACSB International accredited and is ranked among U.S. News’ and Princeton Review’s best undergraduate and graduate on-campus business schools. The University’s 200-acre campus includes five College and Professional Schools that enroll over 5,300 undergraduate students and more than 1,650 graduate students. The Dolan School of Business educates approximately 52% of the University’s undergraduate students and 27% of the University’s graduate students. Finance is the largest major on campus with more than 1370 majors – approximately one quarter of the graduating class. The Finance undergraduate program is ranked #14 by U.S. News and World Report.

Questions can be directed to Prof. Sila Alan, Search Committee Co-Chair at: [e-mail]

Category:

Academic - Faculty Tenure/Tenure Track

Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.

*Disclaimer

The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

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