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Tenure Track Assistant Professor Finance (2027 2028)
Rank: Assistant Professor
Salary Range: $112,000 - $116,000
Tenure Information: Tenure Track
Job Description
The Barney School of Business at the University of Hartford is seeking to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position in finance beginning August 2027 . Candidates are expected to demonstrate excellence in teaching, scholarly research, and service, and to contribute to the school's mission of preparing students for successful careers in a diverse and data-driven business environment.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will teach courses at both the graduate and undergraduate level across online and in person modalities. Teaching responsibilities include Corporate Finance, Mergers and Acquisitions, and General Finance at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates are expected to pursue an active research agenda, and participate in service activities at the department, school, and university level.
The successful applicant will ordinarily teach courses in Corporate Finance, Mergers and Acquisitions, and General Finance , but these may vary based on departmental needs. The candidate should also be prepared to teach general business courses as needed and may have the opportunity to teach general education and interdisciplinary courses. Many graduate courses are delivered in online, face-to-face, and hybrid formats, and faculty are expected to teach effectively across modalities while incorporating current technologies and innovative pedagogical approaches. An active scholarly/research/artistic agenda with peer-reviewed publications, presentations, or other accomplishments are expected for successful tenure and promotion. Service to the department, college, and university typically includes advising students, contributing to student recruitment and retention, and service to the profession. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to inclusive excellence, which the University defines as an unwavering commitment to fostering a vibrant campus community where every student, staff member, and faculty colleague feels deeply rooted, empowered to flourish, and inspired to achieve their highest potential.
Required Qualifications
Required:
Ph.D. , DBA , or ABD (expected completion 8/16/2027) in Finance, or Financial Economics from an AACSB accredited institution
College-level teaching experience as instructor of record
Preferred: · 2-3 years of academic experience · Industry work experience · Proficiency in Bloomberg Terminal · Experience with online teaching
Preferred Qualifications:
Diversity Statement:
University Information
Students at the University of Hartford find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. At the University of Hartford, we are committed to community. We are an academic community that values integrity, curiosity, creativity, excellence, responsibility, and accomplishment. Enriched by our engagement with, and understanding of, one another, we take pride in our shared traditions and experiences. We are dedicated to building a culture that respects all of its members and celebrates their contributions as we work together to strengthen our community. The full text of our academic mission, vision, and values can be seen at www.hartford.edu. Opportunities for faculty development and support can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/campus-leadership/office-provost/faculty-development/ and a listing of Affinity Networks can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/affinity-groups.aspx
College Information
The Barney School of Business is nationally ranked by Bloomberg Businessweek (undergraduate), U.S. News and World Report ( MBA ) and Princeton Review (overall business school). The Barney School of Business enrolls over 1,000 students in nine undergraduate majors, fourteen undergraduate minors, and four graduate programs. The programs are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business ( AACSB ), a designation given to the top 6% of business schools globally. The mission of the Barney School of Business is to cultivate and inspire intellectually curious learners to be competent, confident, and connected. Through our programs, we create an authentic learning experience that empowers learners to become effective business leaders. We invest in our faculty and staff and provide opportunities to expand their professional development. More information on the school and its mission can be found at http://www.hartford.edu/barney
Posting Number: 7878
Open Date: 08/16/2027
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Tenure Track Assistant Professor Finance (2027 2028)
Rank: Assistant Professor
Salary Range: $112,000 - $116,000
Tenure Information: Tenure Track
Job Description
The Barney School of Business at the University of Hartford is seeking to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position in finance beginning August 2027 . Candidates are expected to demonstrate excellence in teaching, scholarly research, and service, and to contribute to the school's mission of preparing students for successful careers in a diverse and data-driven business environment.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will teach courses at both the graduate and undergraduate level across online and in person modalities. Teaching responsibilities include Corporate Finance, Mergers and Acquisitions, and General Finance at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates are expected to pursue an active research agenda, and participate in service activities at the department, school, and university level.
The successful applicant will ordinarily teach courses in Corporate Finance, Mergers and Acquisitions, and General Finance , but these may vary based on departmental needs. The candidate should also be prepared to teach general business courses as needed and may have the opportunity to teach general education and interdisciplinary courses. Many graduate courses are delivered in online, face-to-face, and hybrid formats, and faculty are expected to teach effectively across modalities while incorporating current technologies and innovative pedagogical approaches. An active scholarly/research/artistic agenda with peer-reviewed publications, presentations, or other accomplishments are expected for successful tenure and promotion. Service to the department, college, and university typically includes advising students, contributing to student recruitment and retention, and service to the profession. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to inclusive excellence, which the University defines as an unwavering commitment to fostering a vibrant campus community where every student, staff member, and faculty colleague feels deeply rooted, empowered to flourish, and inspired to achieve their highest potential.
Required Qualifications
Required:
Ph.D. , DBA , or ABD (expected completion 8/16/2027) in Finance, or Financial Economics from an AACSB accredited institution
College-level teaching experience as instructor of record
Preferred: · 2-3 years of academic experience · Industry work experience · Proficiency in Bloomberg Terminal · Experience with online teaching
Preferred Qualifications:
Diversity Statement:
University Information
Students at the University of Hartford find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. At the University of Hartford, we are committed to community. We are an academic community that values integrity, curiosity, creativity, excellence, responsibility, and accomplishment. Enriched by our engagement with, and understanding of, one another, we take pride in our shared traditions and experiences. We are dedicated to building a culture that respects all of its members and celebrates their contributions as we work together to strengthen our community. The full text of our academic mission, vision, and values can be seen at www.hartford.edu. Opportunities for faculty development and support can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/campus-leadership/office-provost/faculty-development/ and a listing of Affinity Networks can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/affinity-groups.aspx
College Information
The Barney School of Business is nationally ranked by Bloomberg Businessweek (undergraduate), U.S. News and World Report ( MBA ) and Princeton Review (overall business school). The Barney School of Business enrolls over 1,000 students in nine undergraduate majors, fourteen undergraduate minors, and four graduate programs. The programs are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business ( AACSB ), a designation given to the top 6% of business schools globally. The mission of the Barney School of Business is to cultivate and inspire intellectually curious learners to be competent, confident, and connected. Through our programs, we create an authentic learning experience that empowers learners to become effective business leaders. We invest in our faculty and staff and provide opportunities to expand their professional development. More information on the school and its mission can be found at http://www.hartford.edu/barney
Posting Number: 7878
Open Date: 08/16/2027
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in finance professor jobs.
- PhD in Finance, Financial Economics, or a closely related field required
- Active research pipeline with publications in peer-reviewed finance journals
- Demonstrated ability to teach corporate finance or investments at the undergraduate level
- Experience with quantitative methods, econometrics, or empirical asset pricing research
- Strong record of presenting at academic finance conferences such as AFA or WFA
- Ability to teach MBA or executive education courses in financial analysis or valuation
Tips for Your Finance Professor Job Search
Tailor your research statement for finance
Finance faculty committees want to see a focused research agenda, not a broad list of interests. Name two or three working papers, your target journals, and the data sets you use so hiring committees can place you in a specific subfield immediately.
Match your job market paper to the posting
Read each posting for the subfield the department needs to fill, then lead your application materials with the paper most relevant to that gap. Sending a corporate finance paper to a department advertising a financial markets hire is a fast path to the reject pile.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists finance professor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a teaching portfolio before applying
Many business schools now require a teaching portfolio alongside the research dossier. Include syllabi you have designed, sample assignments, and any student evaluation data you can share to show you can carry a core corporate finance or investments course independently.
Practice the job talk for a mixed audience
Your job talk will include faculty from accounting, economics, and management who are not in your exact subfield. Run through the paper with a non-specialist colleague and cut every acronym or dataset reference that requires insider knowledge to follow.
Negotiate startup funds and course load separately
Base salary is rarely movable at most universities, but research startup funds, summer salary support, and first-year course reductions often are. Identify which of those matter most to your work before the offer call so you can ask specifically rather than generally.
Finance Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most finance professors?
The most active employers for finance professors right now are Tulane University, Purdue University, and University of Alabama, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Tenure-track openings tend to cluster in the fall cycle, while visiting and adjunct roles post year-round.
How many finance professor jobs are remote?
About 17% of finance professor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with online teaching roles at community colleges and professional MBA programs accounting for most of that share. Traditional tenure-track positions at research universities almost always require on-campus presence for teaching, advising, and departmental service.
How do you become a finance professor?
You typically need a PhD in Finance or Financial Economics from a research-oriented program. During your doctorate you develop a job market paper, build a working paper pipeline, and present at academic conferences. Most candidates enter the academic job market in their fourth or fifth year, applying to tenure-track and postdoctoral roles through the annual fall hiring cycle coordinated through the Allied Social Science Associations meeting.
Can you get a finance professor job with limited teaching experience?
Yes, especially at the assistant professor level, where research potential often outweighs classroom hours. Departments hiring from PhD programs expect candidates to have taught only a course or two as instructors of record. Strengthening your application means having strong teaching evaluations from those limited experiences, a well-prepared syllabi sample, and evidence that you can explain complex material clearly, such as a strong job talk presentation.
What does the finance professor interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a screening interview, often conducted at the Allied Social Science Associations annual meeting or by video. Candidates who advance receive an invitation for a campus visit lasting one to two days, which includes a job talk presenting your primary research paper, one-on-one meetings with faculty and the dean, a teaching demonstration in some cases, and a dinner with the hiring committee. Offers follow weeks after campus visits conclude.
Where can I find and apply to finance professor jobs?
You can find and apply to finance professor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from institutions across the United States. Search for roles that match your subfield and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and research agenda.
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