"Assistant Professor of Finance"

Position Announcement

The Department of Accounting, Finance and Analytics at Utah Tech University (UT) in St. George, Utah, invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor in Finance position to start in the Fall Semester of 2026.

The goal of the UT Finance program is to develop leadership qualities by challenging students to frequently innovate in the context of their courses; engage students through active learning, applied / pedagogical research, meaningful internship experiences, and business development opportunities; and create career preparation value for students across multiple performance dimensions, including communication skills, technical competencies, and critical thinking. More information about the department, faculty, and its degree offerings can be found online at https://finance.utahtech.edu/.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach courses (in-person and online) in finance as needed in both lower and upper undergraduate levels, as assigned. Base job workload is 24 credit hours per academic year.
• Develop and deliver new courses aligned with emerging trends in finance.
• Develop an innovative and collaborative research agenda that contributes to the discipline through peer-reviewed publications.
• Counsel/advise students majoring in finance and related areas.
• Participate in curriculum development and program assessment.
• Maintain regular office hours and be available to students and faculty.
• Engage in service to the department, college, university, and professional community.
• Help with recruiting students to the Finance major.
• Perform other faculty duties as prescribed by AACSB accreditation standards for Scholarly Academic (SA) faculty.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Finance or closely related discipline from an AACSB-accredited college or university is required. (ABD considered; Ph.D. must be completed by start date).
• Demonstrated potential to produce high-quality, peer-reviewed research.
• The department values faculty who bridge academic research and professional practice. Candidates with active finance-related certifications (CFA®, CFP®, CAIA®, or similar) are highly valued, as these designations reflect current industry engagement and practical relevance.
• Proven ability to design innovative courses, develop adaptable curricula, and deliver effective instruction across diverse teaching environments.
• Ability to work well with students and other faculty members.
• Knowledge and experience of assessment and accreditation standards.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

Supplemental Information

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION, AND BENEFITS: Full-time (9-month) tenure-track faculty position. Faculty service begins August 2026, with pay and benefits starting July 1, 2026. Annual salary of $105,000-$115,000, depending on qualifications and experience, with additional compensation available for optional summer/overload teaching. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins January 12, 2026; position open until filled. Candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references (including email addresses), transcripts, and a Student Success Statement (1-2 pages about the candidate's teaching or other professional experience working with a wide range of student academic preparedness). Please upload all the requested documents when you submit your application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and certification of required degrees and upon successfully passing a background check. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office (435) 652-7520.