Assistant Professor - Finance

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As a result, it is not recommended to select Autofill with Resume when applying if using a resume or CV which exceeds one (1) page.Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.Job Title:Assistant Professor - FinanceDepartment:Fisher College | FinancePosition OverviewThe Department of Finance at The Ohio State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) of Finance to begin Autumn 2026. We welcome and will consider all applications, but we will focus our search especially on the areas where we have recruiting needs, which are microstructure, and behavioral finance.We stress excellence in research and in teaching at the undergraduate, MBA and/or Ph.D. levels.Performance ObjectivesDemonstrate outstanding achievement in researchCreate and deliver course materialsCreate an engaging and inclusive classroom environmentDemonstrate commitment to student successCollaborate with fellow instructorsAll courses are taught in person on the University’s main campus in Columbus, Ohio.Only electronic applications will be accepted. Please apply online with your cover letter, curriculum vitae, selected working papers or publications, and evidence of teaching effectiveness if available to .Education and Experience RequirementsCandidates for Assistant Professor should have a Ph.D. in finance or economics, or expect to complete a Ph.D. in the near future. Priority areas for recruiting are microstructure and behavioral finance. Candidates should demonstrate the potential for outstanding achievement in research and teaching.The CollegeFisher College of Business has a rich research tradition and engages through the college and the Graduate School in programs at the undergraduate, master and doctoral levels. The nationally ranked Fisher College of Business is one of 15 colleges within the university, with approximately 9,000 undergraduate and 1,200 graduate students.Department InformationThe Department of Finance which houses faculty specializing in financial economics, business law, and insurance. Our over 20 faculty members are internationally known researchers and teachers. We provide a vibrant research and teaching atmosphere, characterized by extensive collaboration with a shared goal of conducting leading-edge research and providing students with the skills they need to succeed in the field of finance.The UniversityOhio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on ’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.The Ohio State University’s include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an institution and a member of the .Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available . Beyondits Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. Explore our extensive benefits . Work-life: Flexible and remote work arrangement opportunities where applicable, childcare program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events. Retirement: State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans. Health: Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming. Time off: Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available. Financial: Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners. Wellness: Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.

Created: 2026-02-06