Assistant Professor

Assistant Professor

Department: DMSB Finance

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: $242,000 - $255,000

From the Upstate to the Low country, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

The Darla Moore School of Business is a globally recognized leader in business education and research, offering an outstanding environment for faculty committed to excellence in scholarship and teaching. Home to a world-class faculty and multiple research centers, the Moore School fosters collaboration, innovation, and global engagement while providing access to exceptional students and strong institutional support.

Located in Columbia, South Carolina, the state’s capital, the Moore School offers the advantages of vibrant, affordable, and highly livable city. Columbia features a thriving arts and cultural scene, abundant outdoor recreation, and convenient access to both the Atlantic cost and the Blue Ridge Mountains, making it an exceptional place to live and work.

The Finance Department at the Darla Moore School of Business, University of South Carolina, seeks a high-potential faculty member committed to excellence in teaching and research. The successful candidate will have expertise in finance, including areas such as risk management and insurance and real estate.

Applicants must have completed a PhD by the employment start date (August 16, 2027). Candidates who are ABD at the time of application are welcome to apply. Successful applicants must demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae, three samples of research, evidence of teaching excellence, and three letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation should be submitted directly by the references to finance.search.edu.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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