Assistant Professor of Finance - Banking and Fi...

Human Resources Subscribe to Email Alerts Returning Applicant Login Careers > Search Jobs > Search Results > Job Details Assistant Professor of Finance - Banking and Financial Institutions Category: Business Administration Subscribe: New Job Alerts RSS Job Feed Department: Economics and Finance Locations: El Paso, TX Posted: Aug 19, 2026 Closes: Open Until Filled Type: Full-time Ref. No.: 27-HCOB-02 Position ID: 203912 Share About The University of Texas at El Paso: The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a Carnegie R1, Opportunity, and Community-Engaged university at the heart of the U.S.-Mexico border region that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve. UTEP enrolls more than 26,000 students, 84% of whom are Hispanic and half of whom are the first in their families to attend college.

UTEP offers 169 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, El Paso is set against the backdrop of the Franklin Mountains and the Chihuahuan Desert in one of the largest binational communities in the world. A family-oriented community that is one of the safest large cities in the U.S., the cost of living in El Paso is very reasonable with an average home value of $224,000 in 2025, and Texas has no state income tax. In 2026, U.S.

News and World report named El Paso the best big city to live in the nation. The region's rich culture includes a vibrant street art and mural scene, art galleries, a new children's museum and science center, the state's longest-running symphony orchestra, and a full schedule of seasonal events and festivals. Sports fans will enjoy Division I college athletics, Triple-A baseball affiliate El Paso Chihuahuas, and professional soccer team El Paso Locomotive FC, and outdoor enthusiasts will be drawn to year-round hiking, mountain biking and rock climbing in nearby state and national parks. The Woody L.

Hunt College of Business is AACSB-accredited. The Department of Economics and Finance serves more than 900 students across four degree programs - BBA in Economics, BBA in Finance, MS in Economics with Data Analytics, and a PhD with Finance concentration - and houses the industry-facing Banking Academy and the Prudential Risk Management Academy. Finance is the largest major in the Woody L. Hunt College of Business, and banking is one of the fastest-growing areas in the College.

The banking major and minor programs and the Banking Academy continue to expand, as do the Academy's partnerships with the regional banking industry. To support this growth, the successful candidate will be expected to develop additional banking courses beyond the Department's current offerings, particularly in community banking and cross-border banking.

Job Description

The Department of Economics and Finance at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Finance in the area of banking and financial institutions, beginning September 1, 2027. Maintain an active research program in banking and financial institutions, with publications in top academic finance journals. Provide high-quality instruction at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, including new banking courses in areas such as community and cross-border banking. Participate in the PhD Program in Business Administration by mentoring doctoral students and serving on dissertation committees.

Attain and maintain AACSB faculty qualification as a Scholarly Academic (SA) in accordance with the College's faculty qualification standards. Serve on departmental and college committees and participate in community outreach, including close engagement with the regional banking community through the Banking Academy. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, tenure-track appointment. Salary and benefits are AACSB-competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Hiring decisions are subject to final budgetary approval.

Requirements

A PhD in finance or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited institution, completed by the appointment date, with demonstrated expertise in banking and financial institutions. Strong evidence of potential for publication success in top academic finance journals. Demonstrated capacity for high-quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Demonstrated competency in the use of artificial intelligence in both research and teaching, and a commitment to applying AI methods in the research agenda and in classroom instruction.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enthusiasm for outreach, and the ability to work productively with students from a wide range of backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Publications or advanced-stage working papers in banking and financial institutions. Prior university teaching experience with documented evidence of teaching effectiveness. Capacity to develop and teach courses in community banking, cross-border banking, or bank risk management. Experience mentoring doctoral students or serving on dissertation committees.

Familiarity with the U.S.-Mexico border economy or binational banking. Additional Information: In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment. The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at [email protected], or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at [email protected]. To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply by October 1, 2026. Applicants must submit the following through the UTEP employment system: a letter of interest addressing your fit with the position; a current curriculum vitae; a job market paper or representative research paper; a statement of teaching philosophy and, where available, evidence of teaching effectiveness; complete contact information for three professional references. Graduate transcripts will be requested in the later stages of the search.

Inquiries about the position may be directed to Zuobao Wei at [email protected]. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by Hide Main Navigation University of Texas at El Paso 500 West University Avenue | El Paso, TX 79968