Assistant Professor of Finance

Job No: 497082
Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
Location: South Orange
Categories: Faculty

The Department of Finance at Seton Hall University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2026. We seek a collegial scholar and educator dedicated to excellence in research, teaching, and service.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses across a range of finance areas as determined by departmental needs.
• Maintain an active research agenda that results in publications in leading finance journals.
• Contribute to service activities at the department, school, university, and professional levels.
• Maintain a strong on-campus presence in South Orange, actively engaging in high-impact activities with students such as teaching, mentoring, and academic program development.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Finance from an accredited and reputable institution.
• Demonstrated record of, or strong potential for, high-quality research and effective teaching.
• Evidence of the ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, and the professional finance community.
• Commitment to collegiality, student well-being, and academic excellence.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of appointment.
• ABDs on track to complete their Ph.D. by August 2026 will also be considered.

Salary Range: $153,000-$170,000

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Physical Demands: General Office Environment

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please submit your
• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Job market paper
• Evidence of teaching excellence
• Names and contact information for three references

Members of the hiring committee will attend the AFA Annual Meetings in Philadelphia, PA (January 2026).

Benefits Information:
Full Time Benefits

To apply, visit https://jobs.shu.edu/cw/en-us/job/497082