Assistant Professor - Finance

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 (six 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 discussed with 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.

• Support student engagement, retention and success using academic advising by faculty.
• Face‑to‑face and online teaching interactions through a regular schedule of attendance on campus for a minimum of three days a week.
• 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.
• Abide by deadlines and processes for submitting grades.
• Advise students and provide individual help to students during weekly office hours.
• Participate in course revisions and curriculum development, as assigned.
• 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.
• Maintain Scholarly Academic status as required for tenure‑track faculty.
• Attend department, college, and university faculty meetings, convocations, commencement exercises, recruitment activities, and community meetings.
• Enhance student engagement and retention.
• If needed, support discipline‑related student clubs and activities.
• Perform other related duties assigned by immediate supervisor.

• A Doctorate in Finance from an AACSB‑accredited program.
• AACSB Scholarly Academic credentials in the Finance discipline.
• ABD candidates who will complete their dissertation before September 1, 2026 will be considered.

• A demonstrated work history of high‑level communication skills and teamwork.
• Collegiate teaching experience.

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• List of References
• Teaching Philosophy Statement
• Transcripts (Preferred)
• Letters of Recommendation (Preferred)

Conditions of Employment

• Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance.
• Must present documentation within three (3) days of hire date to establish identity and employment eligibility as required by ICE; must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire. UTPB participates in e‑Verify.
• Must be able and willing to travel and perform duties away…