Assistant Professor in Finance, Investment, and Banking

The Finance Department in the Wisconsin School of Business seeks an Assistant Professor in the field of Finance, Investment, and Banking.

The Finance Department of the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Business prides itself on an undergraduate program that consistently ranks near the top of all schools in the United States, a master's program that focuses on student learning in niche areas, and a Ph.D. program that trains world-class researchers. Our curriculum offers an enviable range of courses and topics from basic concepts that all beginning students should know, to specific topics of current interest found in applied programs. We are also proud to be part of a great university with excellent resources available to both faculty and students. The Wisconsin School of Business currently enrolls approximately 2000 undergraduates (sophomore/junior/senior level), 400 masters, and 80 PhD students

• Contribute to the intellectual and academic life of the department. University and community.

• Provide classroom and individual instruction for undergraduate and graduate degree-seeking students.

• Create and maintain a strong program of research.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in Finance or a related field at the Wisconsin School of Business.

Department:

Wisconsin School of Business, Finance, Investment, and Banking

Compensation:

Negotiable

Required Qualifications:

Candidates with new or anticipated Ph.D. degrees will have :

• Research underway that is likely to result in one or more publications in top-tier journals.

• Presentation skills that suggest future excellence in teaching.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

Ph.D. in Finance or related field by start date is required

How to Apply:

Please click on "Apply Now" to begin the application process. You will be asked to submit the following documents:

• Detailed curriculum vitae that includes a complete list of publications.

• One document containing a research statement, teaching statement, existing published and/or working papers, including the job market paper.

• Names and contact information of three references. References will be contacted via email and asked to upload their letters of recommendation.

All materials must be submitted electronically in pdf format.

NOTE:
- Unless confidentiality is requested in your online application, information regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality
- Electronic submissions are required

The deadline for assuring full consideration is November 2, 2025; however, this position will remain open, and applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Rima Okbazghi

rima.okbazghi@wisc.edu

608-262-2810

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