"Assistant Professor of Finance"

Job Description Summary

The School of Business Administration at Oakland University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Finance, beginning August 15, 2026. Qualified candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Finance or a closely related field from an accredited institution by the time of appointment. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to produce high-quality scholarly research and a commitment to excellence in teaching. Faculty members in the Finance area teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The standard teaching load allows for meaningful research engagement, and the school offers competitive salaries along with excellent fringe benefits. Candidates with expertise across all areas of finance are encouraged to apply, although preference is likely to be given to those with demonstrated teaching expertise in financial analytics.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Finance or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited institution. Advanced ABD candidates will be considered, provided all requirements for the Ph.D. are completed by August 15, 2026.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Qualified applicants should submit their applications electronically at https://jobs.oakland.edu/postings/34262. A complete application must include: (1) a letter of interest explaining how the candidate's qualifications align with the requirements of the position; (2) a current curriculum vitae; (3) three letters of recommendation; (4) unofficial transcripts; (5) evidence of teaching effectiveness; and (6) a job market paper, along with any additional working papers or writing samples. Only complete application packages will be reviewed. The review process will begin on September 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.