Assistant Professor of Finance | Research‑Driven Teaching

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The University of Texas Permian Basin's College of Business welcomes applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Finance

Salary Range

We invite dedicated educators to join our academic community, contributing through teaching,
research and service. The position involves teaching 18 credit hours per academic year (6
courses). The teaching load includes one course release per semester for research expectations
and one course release for service expectations. These course releases are based on continued
successful research and service to advance the college or university. The continuation of the
course releases will be made with the discussion of the dean. Responsibilities include curriculum
development, student engagement, academic advising, and supporting assessment efforts aligned
with SACSCOC and AACSB accreditation standards. Candidates will be expected to pursue
impactful basic, applied, or pedagogical research to maintain AACSB Scholarly Academic
status. Service duties encompass advising, participating in meetings, commencements,
recruitment events and supporting student organizations and activities. Summer teaching
opportunities are also available. A current CFA, CFP (or other relevant finance certification), or
willingness to pursue such designations in the future are positive attributes for the applicant. If
you are committed to academic excellence and fostering student success, we encourage you to
apply today.

The successful candidate will be required to teach 18 credit hours per academic year, i.e., a total
of six courses. The teaching load is adjusted for required research productivity and service
duties, with expectations to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses. Here is a list of
duties expected to be performed by the selected candidate:

1. To support of student engagement, retention and success using academic advising by
faculty.
2. Face-to-face and online teaching interactions through a regular schedule of attendance on
campus for a minimum of three days a week.
3. To assist in collecting assessment data as outlined by the college (for SACSCOC and
AACSB accreditations), and achieve appropriate student-learning outcomes in all courses
taught. Faculty are expected to employ sound pedagogical practices and use appropriate
technology.
4. To abide by deadlines and processes for submitting grades.
5. Advise students and provide individual help to students during weekly office hours.
6. Participate in course revisions and curriculum development, as assigned.
7. Engage in impactful research output aligned with the mission of the college, which may
include basic, applied and pedagogical research. The research expectations are guided by
the AACSB accreditation and the mission of the College.
8. The tenured and tenure-track faculty are required to maintain Scholarly Academic status.
9. Attend department, college, and university faculty meetings, convocations,
commencement exercises, recruitment activities, and community meetings.
10. Enhance student engagement and retention
11. If needed, support the discipline related student clubs and activities.
12. The job description is not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by
employees. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate
supervisor.

1. A Doctorate in Finance from an AACSB-accredited program*.
2. AACSB Scholarly Academic credentials in the Finance discipline.

* Candidates who are ABD and will complete their dissertation before September 1, 2026,
will be considered.

1. A demonstrated work history of high-level communication skills and team work.
2. Collegiate teaching experience.

Required Application Materials

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. List of References
4. Teaching Philosophy Statement
5. Transcripts (Preferred)
6. Letters of Recommendation (Preferred)

Conditions of Employment

1. The job description is not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor.
2. Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance.
3. Once hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of the hire date to establish their identity and employment eligibility as required by…