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NEOGOV · 2 months ago

Assistant Professor of Finance

St. George 84770, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$105K/yr - $115K/yr

Utah Tech University is a fast-growing public institution committed to exceptional student learning and success. They are seeking a full-time Assistant Professor in Finance to design and teach courses, develop a research agenda, and engage in student advising and curriculum development.

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Responsibilities

Design and teach courses (in-person and online) in finance as needed in both lower and upper undergraduate levels, as assigned. Base job workload is 24 credit hours per academic year

Develop and deliver new courses aligned with emerging trends in finance

Develop an innovative and collaborative research agenda that contributes to the discipline through peer-reviewed publications

Counsel/advise students majoring in finance and related areas

Participate in curriculum development and program assessment

Maintain regular office hours and be available to students and faculty

Engage in service to the department, college, university, and professional community

Help with recruiting students to the Finance major

Perform other faculty duties as prescribed by AACSB accreditation standards for Scholarly Academic (SA) faculty

Qualification

Terminal degree in FinancePeer-reviewed researchFinance-related certificationsCourse designCurriculum developmentAssessment knowledgeTeaching effectivenessInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Required

Terminal degree in Finance or closely related discipline from an AACSB-accredited college or university is required. (ABD considered; Ph.D. must be completed by start date)

Demonstrated potential to produce high-quality, peer-reviewed research

Proven ability to design innovative courses, develop adaptable curricula, and deliver effective instruction across diverse teaching environments

Ability to work well with students and other faculty members

Knowledge and experience of assessment and accreditation standards

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

Preferred

The department values faculty who bridge academic research and professional practice

Candidates with active finance-related certifications (CFA®, CFP®, CAIA®, or similar) are highly valued, as these designations reflect current industry engagement and practical relevance

Benefits

Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents.

14.2% retirement contribution, paid 100% by the employer (no match required), vested on day 1 of full-time employment;

Regular undergraduate tuition waiver (paid at 100%) for employee, spouse, and unmarried dependent children to take courses at Utah Tech;

Full medical, dental, and vision plans, with low employee-paid premiums, that begins on day 1 of full-time employment;

Flexible Spending Accounts or Health Savings Accounts available;

Employer-paid basic life insurance & disability insurance coverage from day 1 of full-time employment;

Generous staff leave accruals, plus 12 paid holidays per calendar year.