Assistant Professor - Finance

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 142,000 - 153,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The Department of Finance at Salisbury University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Finance with a preferred start date of August 15, 2027. The normal teaching load is 9 credits per semester, with a 6-credit load in the first year.

Faculty engage in research, serve the university, and advise students as part of AACSB-aligned standards. Salisbary University emphasizes scholarly activity and experiential learning, offering Bloomberg terminals and access to global

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Finance from an AACSB-accredited institution by start date or ABD with anticipated completion.
• Proven excellence in teaching and mentoring.
• Documented excellence in scholarship.
• Interest in teaching financial markets and investments; fintech/AI in finance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses with a typical 9-credit load per semester.
• Engage in scholarly activity aligned with AACSB standards.
• Provide service and outreach to the university and community.
• Advise and mentor students.

Skills

Teaching ability

Mentoring

Scholarly excellence

Experiential learning

Fintech & AI in finance

Investments

Education

Ph.D. in Finance

ABD by start date

Job description

Overview

Position: Assistant Professor - Finance

Department: SU Finance Department, PM

Position Type: Regular

Open Date: 07-15-2026

Salary: $142,000 - $153,500

Job Summary

The Department of Finance in the Perdue School of Business at Salisbury University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Finance with a preferred start date of August 15, 2027. The normal teaching load is 9 credits per semester, but a 6 credit per semester teaching load will be granted for the first academic year. In addition to teaching primarily undergraduate courses, faculty are expected to engage in scholarly activities consistent with the school’s mission and aligned with AACSB standards, provide service and outreach to the University and broader community, and advise and mentor students.

The university context: Salisbury University is part of the University System of Maryland with an approximate enrollment of 7,250 students. The Perdue School of Business serves approximately 1,500 students across 7 majors, offers access to CRSP and Compustat through WRDS, and provides Bloomberg terminals in the Financial Research Lab. The Finance major serves approximately 300 students across 4 tracks, including a CFP Board Registered Financial Planning track and a CFA Affiliated Investments track.

Authority and Accountability

This position reports to the chairperson of the Department of Finance. There are no direct reports, budgetary responsibility, or authority for this position.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Finance from an AACSB-accredited institution is required by the time of appointment; ABD applicants will be considered if the degree will be completed by the start date
• Potential or demonstrated ability to achieve excellence in teaching and mentoring
• Documented excellence in scholarship

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in teaching financial markets and institutions, investments, and/or developing and teaching coursework in fintech and AI in finance
• Commitment to experiential learning

Benefits

The position is a full-time, exempt state role with comprehensive benefits.

Priority will be given to applicants who apply by September 15, 2026. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Equal Opportunity

Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.