Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Finance

About the Opportunity

The D’Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University is seeking candidates for an open tenured or tenure-track position at all levels (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor), with interdisciplinary interests at the intersection of finance and computing technology. We are particularly interested in applicants with research and teaching experience in technology-enabled financial liberalization (e.g., crowdfunding, non-traditional payment systems, P2P lending, robo- advising), digital assets and currencies, and applications of AI/machine learning in the development of innovative and sustainable financial products. Candidates may be considered for a joint appointment between the D’Amore-McKim School of Business (primary appointment) and the Khoury College of Computer Science (secondary appointment).

About the D’Amore-McKim School of Business:

The D’Amore-McKim School of Business offers a unique model of business education that purposely blends innovative classroom learning with real-world business applications. Our students explore innovative theories with professors, fusing knowledge with learning experiences that include cooperative education or corporate residency, study abroad, and community service. Similarly, the School’s resulting connections with the corporate world influence its research agendas, which, in turn, shape innovative new business practices. This synergy enables D’Amore-McKim students to become successful business leaders who are both thinkers and doers, and thus highly qualified to think critically and leave their mark on the global business world.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will develop and execute an independent research program; teach courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels; and participate in service to the group, D’Amore-McKim School of Business, Northeastern University, and discipline.

Qualifications:

Candidates interested in conducting high-impact research programs and teaching excellence in the areas above are encouraged to apply. Candidates must hold a doctorate in Finance or a related field by the appointment start date. Candidates for appointment at the Associate Professor or Full Professor level must be outstanding scholars with an international reputation for excellence in research, teaching, and service, along with clear indications of continued research success. Appointments at the Associate Professor or Full Professor level will be commensurate with experience and qualifications reflecting a record of demonstrated teaching and scholarly excellence.

Candidates must have a background in or commitment to working with diverse student populations and/or in culturally diverse work and educational environments. They should be committed to fostering diverse and inclusive environments as well as to promoting experiential learning, which is central to a Northeastern University Education.

Northeastern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Educational Institution and Employer, Title IX University. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, genetic information, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. Northeastern University is an E-Verify Employer.

Documents to Submit:

Applicants should submit materials including a letter of interest, vita, recent working papers, teaching evaluations, and names and contact information for three academic references. In your cover letter, please discuss your research interests and activities and how they fit into the requirements for this position, your teaching philosophy and experience, and how you will support our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for faculty, staff, and students. Please direct inquiries to Professor Zheng, Chair of the Search Committee at [email protected].

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Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range:

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.