Assistant Professor of Finance

Rhode Island College invites applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Finance. This is a continuing tenure-track, academic year, full-time position. The position is open until filled. The search committee will begin reviewing applications on April 22, 2024 and priority will be given to applications submitted by that date. First-round interviews will be conducted on Zoom during the last week of April 2024. We expect campus interviews to take place in May, and an offer out no later than June 15, 2024.

The Department of Economics and Finance is housed in the School of Business with the Departments of Accounting, Computer Information Systems, and Management and Marketing. The Department has approximately 150 majors, served by six full-time faculty members, and offers around 50 course sections per year. Class size is limited to a maximum of 30 students. About 1,000 students major in the School of Business programs. The programs offered by the Department of Economics and Finance include majors in economics and finance, and minors in economics, finance, and international business. The Department is a Bloomberg Experiential Learning Partner (ELP) and the Finance Lab houses 15 Bloomberg terminals. The BS in Finance degree has the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program designation and the CFA Institute Level I Exam curriculum is embedded in several of the finance courses.

Rhode Island College (RIC) is a regional comprehensive public college that serves approximately 5,000 students through its five schools: Faculty of Arts and Sciences, School of Education and Human Development, School of Business, School of Nursing, and School of Social Work. Established in 1854, RIC is Rhode Island’s first public institution of higher education. The College is located on a beautiful 180-acre suburban campus in the vibrant city of Providence, Rhode Island’s capital, with excellent proximity to the academic and cultural resources of Boston and New York City.

The College boasts engaged faculty, high-quality academic programs, small class sizes, personalized, hands-on learning experiences, and high value-to-tuition compared to other four-year institutions. Committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion and providing a safe and inclusive campus environment for all students, the College is proud to be a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). With first-generation students making up about half its student body, RIC is dedicated to providing students with a well-rounded college experience to facilitate upward mobility and career growth. The college offers an active campus life, including clubs and organizations, athletics, cultural events, and community service opportunities.

ResponsibilitiesTeaching undergraduate finance courses,Conducting and publishing research in finance,Involvement in activities that promote student development and growth, including advising and working with student teams/organizations,Providing service to the department, college, and community,Performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Chair of the Economics and Finance Department.

QualificationsCandidates must have a Ph.D. (or DBA) in Finance or a Ph.D. in a related field accompanied with an earned CFA Charter. ABD with completion expected by June 2024 will be considered; however, a doctoral degree is required for all tenure-track appointments and must be completed prior to the beginning of service.

College level teaching experience in finance, commitment to teaching excellence, and demonstrated potential for scholarly research are required. The successful candidate is expected to serve actively within the department and the College. This service will include advising finance majors and minors, and excellence in advising and mentoring students is highly sought. Candidates from all areas of finance are welcome to apply.