Asst Prof, Finance

Posting Details Posting Summary LogoPosting Number FAC00254PO25 Advertised Title Asst Prof, Finance Campus Aiken College/Division USC Aiken College/Division Level Department AIK Business Advertised Salary Range Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience. Location of VacancyPart/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 9 months Work County Aiken Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured Job Search Category Faculty About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Veterans' Preference Statement The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities. Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at Position Description Advertised Job SummaryAssistant Professor of Finance - School of Business Administration (Tenure-track) The School of Business Administration (SOBA) at the University of South Carolina Aiken seeks applications for an Assistant Professor of Finance to begin on January 1 or August 16, 2026This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track teaching, research, and service position.Candidates must be willing to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in finance, real estate, and analytics in both online and traditional settings. Candidates must possess a doctorate in finance from an AACSB accredited institution; ABD will be considered with degree conferred by time of appointment. Candidates must demonstrate the potential or ability to conduct scholarly research of sufficient quality and quantity to satisfy SOBA guidelines for AACSB Scholarly Academic (SA) qualification. Evidence of teaching effectiveness is desired. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience. The School of Business Administration at USC Aiken is AACSB accredited, employs 17 full-time faculty members, and maintains five endowed faculty positions. The School enrolls over 700 students and offers undergraduate business concentrations in accounting, finance, management, and marketing, as well as an MBA. Learn more about the School of Business at USCA is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. The initial screening of applicants will begin December 17, 2025, and continue until filled. To be considered for this position, applicants must apply onlineand upload the following with their application: a cover letter discussing qualifications and interest in the position, a current CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and full contact information for three professional references. Finalists will be required to provide official undergraduate and graduate transcripts, as well as three letters of recommendation. Please direct additional questions to Ravi Narayanaswamy, Dean, School of Business Administration, , phone: 803-641-3459. The University of South Carolina Aiken (USCA), a public comprehensive university in the University of South Carolina system, offers undergraduate and master's degrees to more than 4000 students in 60 programs of study. USCA has ranked as one of the best public schools in the South by U.S. News & World Report for the 26th year in a row. Additionally, USCA was recognized for being a Best College for Veterans and a Top Performer in Social Mobility. USCA is South Carolina's COPLAC institution providing a unique and strong liberal arts core within our degree offerings. We boast students from 35 states and 32 countries. USCA has ten NCAA Division II Athletic programs. For more information about USC Aiken visit Situated on 450 acres, USCA is located thirty minutes from Augusta, GA (home of the Masters Tournament and Fort Gordon, new home of US Army Cyber Command), one hour from Columbia, SC, and within three hours of Charleston, SC, coastal beaches, and the Appalachian Mountains. Aiken is noted for its famous thoroughbred horses, numerous parks and golf courses, wonderful weather, spacious avenues, and historic homes. Required Education and Experience Candidates must be willing to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in finance, real estate, and analytics in both online and traditional settings. Candidates must possess a doctorate in finance from an AACSB accredited institution; ABD will be considered with degree conferred by time of appointment. Candidates must demonstrate the potential or ability to conduct scholarly research of sufficient quality and quantity to satisfy SOBA guidelines for AACSB Scholarly Academic (SA) qualification. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience. Preferred Qualifications Evidence of teaching effectiveness is desired. Posting Detail Information Desired Start Date 01/01/2026 Job Open Date 11/12/2025 Job Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant In addition to completing the online application, please also upload a cover letter discussing qualifications and interest in the position, a current CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and full contact information for three professional references. Finalists will be required to provide official undergraduate and graduate transcripts, as well as three letters of recommendation. Please direct additional questions to Ravi Narayanaswamy, Dean, School of Business Administration, , phone: 803-641-3459. Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. The initial screening of applicants will begin December 17, 2025, and continue until filled.Quicklink for Posting EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Created: 2026-03-04