Assistant Professor, Kellogg Finance Department

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

Job summary

Northwestern University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor in Finance for the 2027/28 academic year, starting September 1, 2027. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Economics, Finance, or a related discipline by start date and demonstrate strong research ability in a top MBA/Ph.D.

program setting. Applications due by November 1, 2026; inquire to [e-mail]. The base pay range for this nine-month appointment is $290,000–$315,000, with potential summer

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Economics, Finance, or a related discipline, in hand or expected by start date.
• Strong research skills and an understanding of maintaining a high-quality MBA/Ph.D. program.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in line with Northwestern's EO/AA policy.

Skills

Research skills

Education

Ph.D. in Economics/Finance/related discipline

Job description

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR,FINANCE

Applications are invited for full-time, Assistant Professorposition for the 2027/28 academic year (starting September 1,2027). Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Economics, Finance, or arelated discipline in hand or expected by employment start date.Candidates should demonstrate strong research skills and anunderstanding of, and appreciation for a quality academic programat the M.B.A. and Ph.D. levels. Qualified female and minoritycandidates are particularly invited to apply. Salaries arecompetitive. Applications should include a vita, job market paperas well as other research papers, and three letters ofrecommendation. To ensure full consideration, applications must bereceived by November 1st, 2026. Questions can be directed toProfessor Michael Fishman at: [e-mail]

Applications accepted here: https://facultyrecruiting.northwestern.edu/apply/MjYzMg 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. Summersalary, including from sponsored projects, may also beavailable.

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

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer anddoes not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics,including disability and veteran status. Job applicants who wish torequest an accommodation in the application or hiring processshould contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IXCompliance.