Assistant Professor - Finance

Center for Public Partnerships & Research; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kansas is seeking up to two Assistant Professors in Finance for the 2027-28 academic year. The positions are full-time, tenure-track, and require a Ph.D. in Finance or related field by August 18, 2027.

The successful candidates will publish in leading journals, teach at undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels, and contribute through service and outreach aligned with the School of Business and KU mission.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Finance or related field by Aug 18, 2027.
• Demonstrated scholarship excellence as shown through publications and working papers.
• Demonstrated teaching excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain an active program of scholarly research in finance and related fields, leading to publications in high-quality journals and presentations.
• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in finance and related disciplines, with mentoring and curriculum development.
• Engage in service activities supporting the area, school, university, profession, and broader community.

Skills

Finance research

Teaching excellence

Scholarly publications

Education

Ph.D. in Finance or related field

Job description

Position Overview

The School of Business at the University of Kansas is searching for up to two Assistant Professors in Finance for the 2027-28 academic year. These are full-time, academic-year tenure-track positions.

Successful candidates will be expected to contribute to the advancement of knowledge through high quality publications in leading academic journals, to teach courses with rigorous academic content at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral level, and to engage in service and outreach activities that advance the educational mission of the School of Business and the University of Kansas.

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment. Any employment with the University of Kansas is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.

This position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between The University of Kansas and United Academics. UAKU is the exclusive representative for the bargaining unit, and it is the candidate’s right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions.

Job Description

• 40% Research: Develop and sustain an active program of scholarly research in finance and related fields, leading to publications in high-quality academic journals, scholarly presentations, and other research contributions
• 40% Teaching: Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in finance and related disciplines. Contribute to student learning through instruction, mentoring, advising, curriculum development, and other educational activities that support the mission of the School of Business.
• 20% Service: Engage in service activities that support the area, school, university, profession, and broader community. Contribute through committee participation, professional engagement, outreach, student support activities, and other service contributions appropriate to rank and expertise.

Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. degree in Finance or related field (must be earned by August 18, 2027).
• Demonstrated (or evidence of high potential for) scholarship excellence as shown through publications and working papers.
• Demonstrated (or evidence of high potential for) teaching excellence.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.

Contact Information to Applicants

Lori Herpich: [e-mail]

(regarding application process)

Kevin Pisciotta: [e-mail]

(regarding position information)

Advertised Salary Range

Commensurate with experience

Application Review Begins

Tuesday September 15, 2026

Anticipated Start Date

Wednesday August 18, 2027