Faculty - Tenure Track - Finance

Location : Main Campus - Orem
Job Type: FT Faculty
Job Number: FY2605968
Division: VP Academic Affairs
Department: Finance and Economics
Opening Date: 05/19/2026
Closing Date: 7/8/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Required Documents Needed to Apply: Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Teaching Philosophy

Evidence of Degree (copy of transcript or diploma
Applicant Support:

Position Announcement

Teaches undergraduate courses in finance and may teach graduate-level courses as needed. Courses may include Introduction to Finance, Corporate Finance, and Financial Statement Analysis. Plans and delivers an approved course of study with measurable objectives, including preparing instructional materials such as syllabi, exams, and teaching aids. Instructs and supervises students through lectures, discussions, demonstrations, online instruction, and other appropriate instructional methods.

Evaluates student learning through written, oral, practical, and performance assessments. Supports student success and may recommend students for advancement and graduation. Maintains an active research agenda to meet Scholarly Academic (SA) standards under AACSB accreditation requirements. Collaborates with department leadership, faculty, and advisors to support program effectiveness. Participates in institutional service by serving on committees and attending faculty meetings.
Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Ph.D. in Finance, Financial Economics, or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited institution. ABD candidates will also be considered. Must have a degree in hand at the start of the fall semester. Foreign equivalent degree accepted. Demonstrable ability to effectively teach university finance courses, including corporate finance. Demonstrable ability to apply theoretical knowledge and financial market data to practical, real-world finance problems in teaching.

Demonstrable ability to provide a student-oriented approach to education as demonstrated by student evaluations. Demonstrable ability to conduct academic research leading to publication in finance journals. Demonstrable ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and university administrators.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required:

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Teaching Philosophy

Evidence of Degree

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

UVU is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports employees and their family's overall physical and mental health, protects their income in case of unforeseen illness and life events, and assists in building financial security for retirement and the future.

Highlights from Utah Valley University's benefits package include:

• Medical network and plan options with low employee premiums
• Employer HSA contribution for those that elect the university's High-Deductible Health Plan
• Other tax advantage, reimbursement account options (i.e. Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care)
• Dental and vision plan options
• Incentivized wellness program
• Employer paid basic life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan with an employer contribution of 14.2% based on employee's compensation (100% vested on first day of full-time employment)
• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit waiving up to 18 credit hours (each semester) for employees and their eligible dependents (spouses & children dependents unmarried and up to age 26)
• Generous leave package which includes sick, vacation (staff only), and personal leave; 13 paid holidays; paid medical maternity and parental leave

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What is your highest level of education?

• High School or equivalent
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Ph.D.
• Ph.D. (abd)
• Juris Doctorate

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How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?