Assistant Professor of Finance

Penn State University Talent Acquisition • University Park, PA • 20h ago

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICS The Department of Finance of The Pennsylvania State University (University Park) seeks to fill up to two tenure-line faculty positions at the Assistant Professor rank beginning in Fall 2026. Candidates must contribute to the mission of the Smeal College of Business and the Department of Finance in the areas of research, teaching, and service. In particular, the candidate must conduct high quality research that is published or publishable in top-tier academic journals; effectively teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels; serve as a research advisor and mentor to PhD students; engage in service activities commensurate with their rank; and contribute to the collegial and intellectual atmosphere of the department. Onsite teaching is an essential function of this position.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: A successful candidate is expected to have a Ph.D. in Finance or a closely related field; ABD candidates should expect to complete their degree requirements by the time of the appointment. Also required is evidence of a research agenda with potential for publications in top-tier finance and economics journals. Experienced applicants should have an established record of scholarly research published in the top journals in finance.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To apply for this position, candidates are to apply directly on-line (Req_0000073276 Assistant Professor of Finance ) and submit the following documents as PDF files:

vita

copies of representative publications and working papers

teaching evaluations (when applicable)

names of at least three (3) references A minimum of three reference letters should be emailed directly from reference providers to this address: finance.recruiting@psu.edu

For full consideration, applications should be completed by November 28, 2025, though review of applications will continue until the position is filled. More information about the Department and the Smeal College of Business is available at www.smeal.psu.edu/finance. For questions about the application process and portal, please contact Kayla Horting (keo131@psu.edu), 814-863-0486.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

BENEFITSPenn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit ourBenefits Page.

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