Assistant Professor of Finance

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If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Please see Special Instructions for more details. About Concord University Concord University is located in scenic Athens, West Virginia, near Pipestem Resort State Park and the New River Gorge region. The University offers a supportive, student-centered academic environment characterized by meaningful faculty-student interaction, engaged teaching, scholarship, and collegial collaboration.

The Department of Business values faculty who combine strong academic preparation with practical and professional perspectives and who are interested in contributing to the continued development of undergraduate and graduate business education. Application Process Applicants should submit the following materials through Concord University's online application system: A cover letter describing the candidate's qualifications, teaching interests and philosophy, and fit with the position; Curriculum vitae; Evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as student evaluations, peer evaluations, teaching awards, or other relevant documentation, if available; Contact information for three professional references; and Unofficial graduate transcripts, if requested through the University's application system. Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled. Applications will be accepted only through Concord University's employment system at jobs.concord.edu Anticipated Start Date: August 2027 Note: This is an on-site position, not a remote position At this time, Concord University will not provide H-1B visa or other employment sponsorship for this position.

Posting Details Position Information Job Category Faculty Position Title Assistant Professor of Finance Working Title Assistant Professor of Finance Scheduled Hours Per Week Salary FLSA Status Exempt Job Summary Job Summary The Department of Business at Concord University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position in Finance at the Assistant Professor level, beginning August 2027. Concord University is a public university with a longstanding tradition of preparing students for successful careers, graduate study, and service to their communities. Located in Athens, West Virginia, Concord offers a close-knit academic environment that emphasizes high-quality teaching, student engagement, scholarship, and collegial collaboration. The Department of Business offers a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with emphases in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality Management, Management, Marketing, and Sport Management.

The Department also offers a 30-credit-hour Master of Business Administration ( MBA ) program and a Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management as well as an emphasis in healthcare administration. Concord University’s Business Administration program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs ( ACBSP ). We seek a student-centered and collegial faculty member who is committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching, maintains an active program of scholarly or applied research, and contributes to the continued development of the Finance curriculum and Department of Business.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duty/Responsibility The successful candidate will be expected to: Teach undergraduate and graduate finance courses. Teaching needs may include corporate finance, investments, personal financial planning, international finance, financial modeling and analytics, and other finance or related business courses consistent with the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs. Teach a normal load of four courses per semester (4/4). Courses may be offered in face-to-face, online, or hybrid formats based on program needs.

Provide high-quality, student-centered instruction that integrates finance theory with practical applications, emerging technologies, experiential learning, and current developments in the profession. Advise and mentor undergraduate students regarding academic progress, career development, internships, graduate education, and professional opportunities. Participate in curriculum review, development, and assessment, including the development of new course offerings that support the Department’s undergraduate and graduate programs. Participate in assessment of student learning and activities associated with ACBSP and University accreditation and continuous improvement.

Maintain an active record of scholarly and/or professional activity consistent with Department and University expectations for tenure and promotion. Participate in professional academic organizations and other activities that support continued professional development. Contribute actively and collegially to Department and University governance, including service on committees and participation in other departmental and University initiatives. Perform other faculty responsibilities consistent with the mission and needs of the Department and University. % of Time 100% Education/Knowledge Minimum Education Doctorate Required Licenses/Certification An earned Ph.D. in Finance or a closely related field, or a DBA with a substantial concentration in Finance, from an appropriately accredited institution.

Candidates who are ABD and in the final stages of completing a doctoral degree may be considered, provided that the doctorate is completed by the beginning of the appointment. Master’s-level candidates: Applicants with an MBA or another relevant master’s degree and substantial professional experience in finance or a closely related field may be considered for a non-tenure-track appointment. Required Skills Required Qualifications: Demonstrated potential for excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching. Ability to teach across multiple areas of finance based on departmental needs.

Evidence of, or potential for, scholarly and/or applied research consistent with University expectations for tenure and promotion. Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with students, faculty, staff, and other constituencies. Commitment to undergraduate advising, student mentoring, and student success.

Preference Qualifications: Successful college or university level teaching experience in finance. Ability to teach courses in multiple areas of finance, particularly corporate finance, investments, personal financial planning, financial modeling/analytics, and/or international finance. Experience teaching graduate-level or MBA courses. Experience teaching in multiple instructional formats, including face-to-face and online courses.

A record of scholarly publications or evidence of an active research pipeline. Relevant professional experience in finance, investments, financial planning, banking, corporate finance, financial analysis, or related fields. Professional credentials or progress toward relevant credentials, such as CFA , CFP®, FRM , or similar designations. Experience with experiential learning, student investment activities, applied financial projects, professional competitions, internships, or other career-focused educational activities.

Experience with curriculum development, assurance of learning, program assessment, or business-program accreditation. Required Experience Type of experience Needed Demonstrated teaching experience and competency Amount of Experience Needed (Months/Years) More than 2 years Posting Detail Information Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Additional Information About Concord University Concord University is located in scenic Athens, West Virginia, near Pipestem Resort State Park and the New River Gorge region. The University offers a supportive, student-centered academic environment characterized by meaningful faculty-student interaction, engaged teaching, scholarship, and collegial collaboration. The Department of Business values faculty who combine strong academic preparation with practical and professional perspectives and who are interested in contributing to the continued development of undergraduate and graduate business education.

Application Process Applicants should submit the following materials through Concord University’s online application system: A cover letter describing the candidate’s qualifications, teaching interests and philosophy, and fit with the position; Curriculum vitae; Evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as student evaluations, peer evaluations, teaching awards, or other relevant documentation, if available; Contact information for three professional references; and Unofficial graduate transcripts, if requested through the University’s application system. Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled. Applications will be accepted only through Concord University’s employment system at jobs.concord.edu Anticipated Start Date: August 2027 Note: This is an on-site position, not a remote position At this time, Concord University will not provide H-1B visa or other employment sponsorship for this position. Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.concord.edu/postings/1321 Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Are you eligible to work in the United States? Yes No Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Teaching Philosophy Unofficial Transcripts Optional Documents Other Document Concord University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Concord University 1000 Vermillion Street P.O. Box 1000 Athens, West Virginia 24712-1000 1-800-344-6679 | 1-304-384-3115 To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at .

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