Assistant Professor of Finance

George Mason University; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

George Mason University in Fairfax, VA invites applications for the full-time, 9-month Assistant Professor of Finance. You will teach undergraduate and graduate finance courses, conduct high-quality research, and contribute to the Finance Area and university service.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Finance (or ABD with expected completion by Fall 2027) and demonstrate collegial collaboration and teaching effectiveness. The position offers benefits and visa sponsorship eligibility.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or ABD in Finance with a documented expectation of degree completion before Fall 2027.
• Collegiality and ability to work well with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Conducts high-quality research for publication in top-tier academic journals.
• Teaches finance courses in undergraduate and/or graduate programs.
• Provides service to the Finance Area, the Costello College of Business, the University, and the profession.

Skills

Collegiality

Education

Ph.D. in Finance or ABD with expected completion before Fall 2027

Job description

Department: Costello College of Business

Classification: 9-month Instructional Faculty

Job Category: Instructional Faculty

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility: Eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary: Salary commensurate with education andexperience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

The Donald G. Costello College of Business at George MasonUniversity is one of the largest business schools in Virginia, andis located near Washington, D.C., in Arlington and Fairfax, and atGeorge Mason’s global campus in Incheon, South Korea. The college’sAACSB-accredited business and accounting curricula prepareundergraduate and graduate students from the U.S. and across theglobe for career success in business and government. Itsresearch-based faculty and focus on multi-disciplinary academicprograms, inclusive entrepreneurship, modular education,experiential learning, and corporate partner engagement aretransforming the landscape of business education and workforcedevelopment.

Learn more atbusiness.gmu.edu.

About the Position:

Finance is one of the six areas of the Costello College ofBusiness. The faculty of the finance area within the CostelloCollege of Business at George Mason University have leadingacademic research contributions in the areas of financial markets,real estate, fintech, and more. We are also affiliated with the CFAInstitute. For more information visithttps://business.gmu.edu/faculty-and-research/academic-areas/finance-area.

The Assistant Professor of Finance teaches courses in undergraduateand graduate programs. Conducts high-quality research, teacheseffectively, and positively contributes to the academicenvironment. The position provides service to the Finance Area, theCostello College of Business, the University, the profession, andinterfaces with the business community. This is a full-timeposition with benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts high-quality research for publication in top-tieracademic journals;
• Teaches finance courses in undergraduate and/or graduateprograms. The teaching load for this position is determinedaccording to the College’s workload policy; and
• Additional responsibilities include service to: the FinanceArea; the Costello College of Business; the University, and theprofession, such as journal reviewing/editing, academic communityengagement, student mentoring, committee membership, andinterfacing with the business community.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or equivalent in Finance, or be ABD with a documentedexpectation of degree completion before the start of Fall 2027;and
• Collegiality and ability to work well with colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as an Assistant Professor; and
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness.

Posting Open Date: September 29, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by: November 29, 2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Mason Ad Statement

George Mason University is a nationally ranked R1 researchuniversity committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperousworld. With 40,000 enrolled students, George Mason is the largestand most diverse public research university in Virginia, offeringdegree programs at the master's, doctoral, and professional level,along with certificates and credentials.

George Mason fosters an All Together Different environment forstudents, faculty, and staff, driven by our core beliefs. Webelieve in inclusivity over exclusivity; we believe in advancingour mission by being willing to take risks, not avoiding them; andwe believe our best work is possible when we apply our diversity oforigin, identity, circumstance, and thought.

Equity Statement

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative actionemployer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in itscommunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability orveteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

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