Assistant Professor of Finance

The Regional Municipality of Durham; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield University is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Finance, starting September 1, 2025. Responsibilities include teaching, research, and service commitments in a Jesuit, Catholic institution known for its excellence in business education.

Qualifications

• Complete a Ph.D. in Finance by September 1, 2025.
• Demonstrated research capability in peer-reviewed journals.
• Strong commitment to engaged teaching and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Teach at Fairfield and/or Bridgeport campus in-person and online.
• Conduct research and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
• Provide service to the department and university.

Skills

Engaged Teaching

Research Ability

Innovation in Technology

Education

Ph.D. in Finance

Job description

Tenure Track Position

Assistant Professor of Finance

Start date: September 1, 2025

The Dolan School of Business at Fairfield University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the Finance Department, beginning Fall 2025 and subject to budget approval. Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in Finance by September 1, 2025 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.

The University: 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 4,757 undergraduate students and 1,262 graduate students. The Dolan School of Business educates approximately 40% of the University’s undergraduate students and 20% of the University’s graduate students. Finance is the largest major on campus with over 1,025 majors and a quarter of the graduating class.

Additional Info: The salary and benefits for the position are competitive. Review of applications will begin immediately. First round interviews will take place at the 2024 Financial Management Association (FMA) Annual Meeting, October 16 - 19 2024, in Grapevine, TX. Complete applications received by October 1, 2024 will be guaranteed full consideration.

APPLICATION

Full applications require:

1. cover letter
2. curriculum vitae
3. reprints of published work or a writing sample of current research
4. statement of teaching philosophy and teaching evaluations (if available)
5. two letters of reference.

Please Note: If you have more than 5 documents to attach to your application, please combine theminto 5 or fewer documents.

To Apply: Please email documents to [e-mail] with subject line: Fairfield Application – Finance.

Questions can be directed to Prof. Steven Kozlowski, Search Committee Co-Chair and Vice-Chair of the Finance Department, at [e-mail].