Tenure-Track Finance Professor — Teach, Research & Lead

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to finance lab

Support for research resources

Job summary

A leading university in Michigan is seeking an experienced Assistant/Associate Professor of Finance for a tenure-track position starting Fall 2026. The candidate will teach two courses per semester, manage student assessments, and conduct research with an expectation of publishing in top-tier finance journals. A Ph.D. in Finance or a related field is required, along with some prior teaching experience and the ability to mentor students. The position offers a supportive research environment with access to modern resources.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Ph.D. or be ABD by August 2026.
• Some teaching experience is required.
• Ability to publish in top-tier journals is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate/graduate courses in the Finance Department.
• Maintain and adapt curriculum for course competencies.
• Publish research in leading finance journals.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research in finance

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in Finance or related field

Tools

Learning Management System (Canvas)

Statistical Analysis Software

Job description

A leading university in Michigan is seeking an experienced Assistant/Associate Professor of Finance for a tenure-track position starting Fall 2026. The candidate will teach two courses per semester, manage student assessments, and conduct research with an expectation of publishing in top-tier finance journals. A Ph.D. in Finance or a related field is required, along with some prior teaching experience and the ability to mentor students. The position offers a supportive research environment with access to modern resources.