University of Nevada-Las Vegas · 3 months ago
Assistant/Associate Professor of Finance, Lee Business School [R0149133]
UNLV1-Main Campus, Las Vegas
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelThe University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is inviting applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Finance in the Lee Business School. The role involves conducting significant research, teaching finance courses at undergraduate and graduate levels, and engaging in service activities for the department and university.
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Responsibilities
Conduct significant research leading to high-quality refereed publications
Perform service activities for the department, school, university, and profession
Teach undergraduate and/or graduate-level finance courses
May be involved in executive education and professional certificate programs
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Finance (or a closely related field) from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date
For consideration at the rank of Assistant Professor: Candidates must demonstrate strong potential for excellence in research and teaching. Evidence may include a pipeline of high-quality working papers, publications in reputable journals, and effective teaching evaluations. The successful candidate will show promise of developing a sustained record of impactful scholarship and teaching effectiveness at both undergraduate and graduate levels
For consideration at the rank of Associate Professor: Candidates must have an established record of scholarly achievement commensurate with the rank of Associate Professor at a research-intensive university. This includes a portfolio of publications in leading finance and related journals, demonstrated teaching excellence, and a record of service contributions to the department, school, university, or profession. Candidates should show evidence of national or international recognition in their field and the ability to contribute to the department's continued growth and reputation
Preferred
Research interests that complement and strengthen existing areas within the department, such as corporate finance, investments, insurance and risk management, banking, quantitative finance, financial literacy, or behavioral finance
A strong record of, or potential for, publishing in top-tier finance and related journals
Demonstrated ability or interest in securing external research funding
Evidence of effective teaching across multiple levels (undergraduate, graduate, and potentially Ph.D.) and willingness to engage in executive education or professional certificate programs
Experience or interest in mentoring Ph.D. students and contributing to the launch and growth of the department's upcoming doctoral program
Engagement with the profession through editorial work, conference organization, or leadership in academic associations
Commitment to fostering an inclusive learning and research environment and contributing positively to the department's collegial culture
Benefits
Competitive total rewards package including:
Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
No state income tax
Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
Employee recognition and appreciation programs
UNLV athletics ticket discounts
Statewide employee purchase program discounts
RebelCard discounts on and off campus
Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
Connect with colleagues with shared interests
Personal and professional development opportunities
A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
Support and resources available for veteran applicants
Company
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
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