Assistant Professor in Finance Department of Finance

College of Business and Economics CBE-3900

Towson University:

Towson University (TU) is one of the nation’s top 100 public universities. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

Position:

The College of Business and Economics invites applications for a tenure-track, 9-month Assistant Professor position in the Department of Finance. Preferred begin date is August 2026.

Qualifications:

PhD in Finance from an AACSB accredited institution. ABD applicants considered, but appointment will be at the Instructor rank and all degree requirements must be completed by August 1, 2026. Evidence of a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring students, promise of high-quality research, and the ability to work in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers. Professional certifications such as the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) will be helpful. Candidates who can teach new data analytical tools such as Python and/or Tableau are preferred.

Responsibilities:

Faculty assigned an instructional workload of six (6) course units per academic year. Teach traditional and online format courses within the finance discipline at the undergraduate and graduate levels as directed by the chair. Primary areas of interest for teaching and research should be Investments and/or Corporate Finance. The faculty will be required to teach at all campuses where Towson University class are offered including the main campus and the TU Northeast (TUNE) campus.

The Department:

The department offers three majors: finance, investments, and financial planning. The Department of Finance programs carry the CFP program designation and the CFA program designation. The department faculty are highly productive in both research and evolving pedagogy.

Application Process:

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Submit: (1) a letter of application, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) official transcripts, (4) recent teaching evaluations, (5) a narrative describing your teaching philosophy, (6) evidence of scholarly productivity, and (7) three letters of references. Click here to apply. Please note that the search number for which you are applying is CBE-3900. Please be sure to visit the Applicant Data Form to complete a voluntary on-line form. All data collected are for internal, state, and/or federal reporting and will not be used for other purposes.

Salary and Benefits:

Targeted salary range: $142,000 - $145,000. Benefits: TU offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent health, life and retirement plans; and tuition remission. To learn more about our benefits, click here for regular faculty/regular lecturer or here for contingent lecturer. TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here.

Background Check:

A Criminal Background Investigation is required for the hired candidate and the results may impact employment.

COVID-19 Statement:

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About Towson University

The largest comprehensive university in the Baltimore area, Towson University is nationally recognized for its excellent programs in the arts and sciences, communications, business, health professions, education, fine arts and computer information systems. Located in suburban Towson, eight miles north of Baltimore, our beautifully landscaped, 328-acre setting offers a pleasant environment for study and a diverse campus life, as well as easy access to a wealth of university and community resources. Towson University's educational experience branches out to off-campus locations throughout Maryland, including a number of online options. Our many interdisciplinary partnerships with public and private organizations throughout Maryland provide opportunities for research, internships and jobs. Towson University is a founding member of the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities (CUMU).