Penn State University · 3 months ago
Professor of Finance
Penn State University is seeking a chaired full professor of finance for its Department of Finance in the Smeal College of Business. The role requires conducting research, teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, mentoring PhD students, and providing service to the College and University, with a focus on policy-relevant research in finance.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Conduct research in finance and related fields
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
Mentor PhD students
Provide service to the College and University
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Finance or a closely related field
Established record of scholarly research published in the top journals in Finance
Evidence of a broad impact on the profession
Ability to conduct research
Ability to teach at the undergraduate and graduate level
Ability to mentor PhD students
Ability to provide service to the College and University
Eligibility for academic appointment as Professor with tenure at the College
Onsite teaching capability
Preferred
Internationally recognized scholar
Established record of excellence in policy-relevant research in finance
Affiliation with high profile economic and policy organizations
Regular participation in premier academic conferences globally
Keynotes and invited talks at elite universities around the world
Record of publications in top-tier academic journals in finance (top 3) and economics (top 5)
Other evidence of impact on the profession
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans
Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
Company
Penn State University
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