Associate Professor of Finance

Associate Professor of Finance

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

To receive full consideration, interested individuals must apply electronically. Applications should include a letter of application, current vita, and evidence of the following:

• Excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate finance courses.
• Published research in high quality finance journals.
• Service to the university and community including the development of new courses or program leadership.
• Contributions to student growth and development through active involvement in student related activities (e.g., advising, working with student organizations).

Complete information regarding the required application process is available on-line at https://employment.bryant.edu/Bryant University will begin reviewing applications immediately and will be conducting initial interviews both on campus and via teleconference.Should you wish to discuss this opening or request more information, please contact Dr. Kevin Maloney, [email protected], Chair of the Department of Finance.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title	Associate Professor of Finance
Full Time / Part Time	Full Time
Job Type	Faculty
Reports To	Dean, College of Business
Position Summary	Bryant University seeks to hire an Associate Professor of Finance. Highly qualified candidates for an Assistant Professor position might also be considered. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, to scholarly research, and to departmental and university service. While we welcome applications from candidates in all areas of finance, we have a particular need for a candidate with research and teaching interest in corporate finance and private equity. The successful candidate will teach in our undergraduate (BSBA) and graduate business programs. Bryant is recognized as a top 1 percent national leader in student education outcomes and ROI and regularly receives high rankings from U.S. News and World Report, QS Stars, Money, Bloomberg Businessweek, Wall Street Journal, and College Factual. Bryant’s strategic plan, Vision 2030, redefines higher education through a commitment to providing students with a transformational learning experience. Vision 2030 accelerates advancements in academic innovation, experiential learning, vibrant student life, Division I athletics, and a connected community that fosters belonging and success.
Principal Accountabilities	Research Data SupportBryant subscribes to the typical databases used in financial research (e.g., CRSP, Compustat), plus a number of specialized data services in support of research on corporate governance, banking, and ESG topics. We utilize the WRDS platform at Bryant to organize these databases. Bryant also provides access to FactSet, Morningstar, and Bloomberg to support research and teaching in Finance in our state of the art Financial Markets Center.  AppointmentRank is Associate Professor. Salary is commensurate with experience, demonstrated scholarly performance, and will be consistent with AACSB salary levels. The appointment would commence with the start of the 2027-2028 academic year. Candidates would be expected to apply for tenure within two years of employment at Bryant, depending on prior experience and their research accomplishments. A candidate with fewer years of experience could be considered for the rank of Assistant Professor, and the timing to a tenure decision would be longer. Bryant University provides an inclusive and welcoming educational and working environments for all members of its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, ethnicity, disability, genetic information, protected veteran, or marital status.
Qualifications	Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Finance from an AACSB-International or EQUIS accredited institution. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of publications in high quality peer-reviewed journals. Research that speaks to both academic and managerial audiences is highly desirable. Candidates must have at least 6 years of teaching experience in a business school and experience teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels to qualify for the Associate Professor role. A highly qualified candidate with at least 3 years’ experience could be considered for an Assistant Professor role. Evidence of curricular innovation and a demonstrated commitment to service as an active member of a university community is also required. Successful candidates will also demonstrate they can design and lead new initiatives that support research and teaching, e.g., building innovative programs, authoring research grants, establishing connections with the business community and alumni, and developing new courses.
Working Environment	Bryant University is a 163-year-old private institution that is accredited by AACSB-International and the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Bryant is a student-centered institution, dedicated to educating and inspiring students to discover their passion, become innovative leaders with character, and make a difference around the world. Our innovative academic programs are attuned to the needs of industry and society with a strong commitment to experiential learning We have approximately 3,700 undergraduate students from 38 states and 40 countries. We also have approximately 400 full- and part-time graduate students.The Finance Department currently consists of ten tenured or tenure-track faculty members, six full-time non-tenure track faculty members, and several adjunct professors. Due to high student demand for our courses and programs, we are seeking to grow the size of the full-time Finance Department faculty. Students interested in Finance can earn concentrations in finance as part of our undergraduate degrees in business administration (BSBA) or international business (BSIB). We also offer a specialized concentration in financial services for undergraduate students, and we offer graduate courses in Finance as part of Master’s degree programs. Bryant does not have a doctoral program in Finance.
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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	FAC01643
Open Date	10/05/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Applicant Special Instructions	To receive full consideration, interested individuals must apply electronically. Applications should include a letter of application, current vita, and evidence of the following: Excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate finance courses. Published research in high quality finance journals. Service to the university and community including the development of new courses or program leadership. Contributions to student growth and development through active involvement in student related activities (e.g., advising, working with student organizations). Complete information regarding the required application process is available on-line at https://employment.bryant.edu/ Bryant University will begin reviewing applications immediately and will be conducting initial interviews both on campus and via teleconference.Should you wish to discuss this opening or request more information, please contact Dr. Kevin Maloney, [email protected], Chair of the Department of Finance.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Philosophy
2. Other Document
3. Letter(s) of Recommendation
4. Teaching Evaluation(s)