Finance Faculty - 110450
Job Description
Finance Faculty - 110450
University of West Florida
Applications are invited for one full-time tenure track Assistant Professor of Finance, position number 110450. The position is available with an August 2027 start date, dependent upon university funding. Primary teaching duties will be undergraduate and graduate courses in Finance (face-to-face and online), especially courses associated with Problems in Corporate Finance (the capstone finance course), Investments, Financial Management, and other Finance-related courses to adequately provide a good foundation in Finance and to prepare students for other classes within the department and the Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business.
The University of West Florida, located in Pensacola, Florida, primarily emphasizes quality teaching. In addition, faculty members are expected to publish in quality refereed journals, maintain AACSB academic qualifications, perform career and academic counseling, and serve on departmental, college, and university committees. A normal teaching load is three courses per semester. This position may require teaching at the nearby Fort Walton Beach campus of the university (approximately 50 miles east of the Pensacola campus). Salary is AACSB competitive and will be commensurate with experience.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree from an AACSB-accredited institution in Finance or a closely related field, including at least 18 graduate semester hours in Finance and a strong commitment to teaching, academic research, and service.
Continuing professional development and an active research agenda to maintain qualifications for performing teaching assignments.
Post-secondary teaching experience, including proven effectiveness in online course development and teaching.
Evidence of potential for quality scholarship, including publication in qualifying academic journals.
Documented experience teaching (both in person and online) Problems in Corporate Finance (the capstone finance course), Investments, and Financial Management.
Meet the College’s minimum requirements for status as a scholarly academic faculty member.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional work experience that is directly related to financial management/planning is strongly preferred.
Relevant professional certifications are highly preferred.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching as supported by one or more teaching awards, honors, and/or recognition.
University of West Florida
The University’s 1,600 acres serves over 15,000 students (including over 5,000 graduate students) from 48 states in the U.S. and almost 90 different countries. The Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business offers AACSB accredited undergraduate, Master of Accountancy and MBA degrees. The College also offers the MPA degree. We provide a collegial and professional environment that values a balanced commitment to excellence in teaching and research. The campus is just 30 minutes from Pensacola’s beautiful beaches on the Gulf of America.
Application
To apply for the position, go to https://careers.uwf.edu and submit the following materials in digital format: 1) a letter of application clearly indicating your qualifications and interests, 2) a current curriculum vitae, 3) the names and email addresses of three references, and 4) a statement of your teaching philosophy (not more than 800 words). To receive full consideration, applicants should submit application materials no later than October 1, 2026.
Departmental representatives will be attending the Financial Management Association Meeting, October 14-17, 2026. If you are interested in speaking with one of our representatives, please contact Dr. Kevin Krieger ([email protected]) for an appointment at the conference.
The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodations to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694. A criminal background check is required for successful candidates. E-Verify requirements may apply for employment in certain positions. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law.
University of West Florida
Applications are invited for one full-time tenure track Assistant Professor of Finance, position number 110450. The position is available with an August 2027 start date, dependent upon university funding. Primary teaching duties will be undergraduate and graduate courses in Finance (face-to-face and online), especially courses associated with Problems in Corporate Finance (the capstone finance course), Investments, Financial Management, and other Finance-related courses to adequately provide a good foundation in Finance and to prepare students for other classes within the department and the Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business.
The University of West Florida, located in Pensacola, Florida, primarily emphasizes quality teaching. In addition, faculty members are expected to publish in quality refereed journals, maintain AACSB academic qualifications, perform career and academic counseling, and serve on departmental, college, and university committees. A normal teaching load is three courses per semester. This position may require teaching at the nearby Fort Walton Beach campus of the university (approximately 50 miles east of the Pensacola campus). Salary is AACSB competitive and will be commensurate with experience.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree from an AACSB-accredited institution in Finance or a closely related field, including at least 18 graduate semester hours in Finance and a strong commitment to teaching, academic research, and service.
Continuing professional development and an active research agenda to maintain qualifications for performing teaching assignments.
Post-secondary teaching experience, including proven effectiveness in online course development and teaching.
Evidence of potential for quality scholarship, including publication in qualifying academic journals.
Documented experience teaching (both in person and online) Problems in Corporate Finance (the capstone finance course), Investments, and Financial Management.
Meet the College’s minimum requirements for status as a scholarly academic faculty member.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional work experience that is directly related to financial management/planning is strongly preferred.
Relevant professional certifications are highly preferred.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching as supported by one or more teaching awards, honors, and/or recognition.
University of West Florida
The University’s 1,600 acres serves over 15,000 students (including over 5,000 graduate students) from 48 states in the U.S. and almost 90 different countries. The Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business offers AACSB accredited undergraduate, Master of Accountancy and MBA degrees. The College also offers the MPA degree. We provide a collegial and professional environment that values a balanced commitment to excellence in teaching and research. The campus is just 30 minutes from Pensacola’s beautiful beaches on the Gulf of America.
Application
To apply for the position, go to https://careers.uwf.edu and submit the following materials in digital format: 1) a letter of application clearly indicating your qualifications and interests, 2) a current curriculum vitae, 3) the names and email addresses of three references, and 4) a statement of your teaching philosophy (not more than 800 words). To receive full consideration, applicants should submit application materials no later than October 1, 2026.
Departmental representatives will be attending the Financial Management Association Meeting, October 14-17, 2026. If you are interested in speaking with one of our representatives, please contact Dr. Kevin Krieger ([email protected]) for an appointment at the conference.
The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodations to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 850.474.2694. A criminal background check is required for successful candidates. E-Verify requirements may apply for employment in certain positions. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law.
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