"Assistant Professor of Finance"

Posting Details

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title Assistant Professor of Finance

Requisition 202400119F

Rank Assistant Professor

FLSA status Exempt

Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category

Position Type Full-Time Tenure Track

College College of Business Administration

Department Dept of Finance & Banking

Open Date 08/14/2024

Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/40489

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name Dr. Steve Nenninger

Title

Search Committee Chair

College of Business Administration

Sam Houston State University

PO Box 2056

Huntsville, Texas 77341-2056

SHB-101B

Contact Phone 936-294-1898

Contact Email san009@shsu.edu

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

This is a nine-month appointment (additional summer teaching a possibility). The faculty member will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in all areas of finance, with a preference given to those experienced and interested in teaching investment- related courses, including fixed income instruments. The teaching load is nine hours per long semester. Experience teaching courses online is a plus. Candidates must have a strong commitment to research which leads to refereed publications. Service to the university and the profession is also expected.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Ph.D. or D.B.A. with specialization in Finance from an AACSB-accredited college of business program. ABD’s (“All But Dissertation”) will be considered.

Experience Required for the Position

Other Requirements for the Position

Experience using / teaching on Bloomberg terminals a plus. Experience with the certified financial planning program is also a plus.

Special Instructions Summary

The appointment is effective for the 2025 – 2026 academic year.

Open Until Filled Yes

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

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Candidate Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)

Statement of Research & Goals

Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Teaching Evaluations

Optional Documents

Letter of Recommendation 1

Letter of Recommendation 2

Letter of Recommendation 3

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