"Faculty Position in Finance"

The Department of Finance at American University of Sharjah invites applications for a full-time faculty role at the assistant professor level starting in the Fall Semester 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the department’s research, teaching and service activities. While we welcome applicants from all areas within finance, previous research or teaching experience in trading, digital assets, alternative investments, quantitative finance or derivatives is particularly desirable. The salary is competitive, based on experience, and tax-free in the UAE. Additionally, free housing, paid utilities and other attractive benefits are included.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

All candidates must hold a PhD degree in finance from an AACSB-accredited university, preferably located in North America. Candidates must demonstrate significant research potential, with promising working papers ideally on track for publication in top-tier finance journals. Existing publications in top-tier finance journals are a plus. A successful candidate should be able to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To apply, the following documents are requested: (a) a cover letter explaining your interest in the position; (b) your curriculum vitae, including your teaching experience, list of publications and list of work-in-progress/working papers; (c) shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit three letters of recommendation; (d) your job market paper; and (e) a statement about your teaching philosophy.

Please send the documents via email to Ms. Rose De Silva, Administrative Assistant, Department of Finance, at https://forms.aus.edu/252783531697873. Additional documents will be solicited from shortlisted candidates.

The deadline for applications is January 31, 2026. The successful candidate is expected to start in August 2026.