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Auburn University · 3 months ago

Department Chair (Finance)

positionAuburn, AL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityDirector/Executive

Auburn University is a top-tier public research institution seeking a Department Chair for Finance within the Raymond J. Harbert College of Business. The role involves providing strategic leadership, managing academic programs, and fostering a culture of excellence in teaching and research.

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Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the Department of Finance
Promote and support a strong research culture aligned with the college’s reputation for scholarly impact
Advance excellence in teaching across undergraduate, master’s (including MBA), and PhD programs
Recruit, mentor, and retain talented faculty and staff
Steward the department’s resources and budget effectively
Strengthen relationships with industry partners, alumni, and donors
Collaborate effectively with other department Chairs and college leadership to pursue strategic initiatives

Qualification

PhD in FinanceLeadership experienceStudent-centered pedagogyInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

PhD in Finance or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited institution at the time employment begins
Academic record meriting appointment with tenure at a Carnegie R1 institution
Demonstrated commitment to innovative, student-centered pedagogy
Proven leadership experience in higher education
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

Company

Auburn University

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Auburn University is an institute of higher learning that offers undergraduate and graduate courses.
dateFounded in 1856
location
Auburn University, Alabama, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
https://www.auburn.edu/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$25.89M
Key Investors
National Safety CouncilDENSO’s North America FoundationNational Institute of Food and Agriculture
2025-06-25Grant· $0.05M
2024-10-30Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.89M

Leadership Team

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Kelli Shomaker
Sr. V-P for Business and Administration and CFO
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Katherine Alldredge
Executive Support Specialist to VP Advancement & Chief Operations and Strategy Officer
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