Assistant Professor of Finance – George Mason University

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor of Finance – George Mason University

• Institution: George Mason University

• Academic Unit / Department: Costello College of Business – Finance Area

• Job ID: 10004593

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, 9-Month Instructional Faculty

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

• Specialization: Finance

• Work Schedule: Full-Time, 1.0 FTE

• Workplace Type: On-Site

• Visa Sponsorship: Eligible

• Salary / Remuneration: Commensurate with education and experience; exact salary not specified

• Location: Fairfax, Virginia, United States

• Application Deadline: November 29, 2026 – Full Consideration Date

• Position Status: Open until filled

Overview of Role

The Costello College of Business at George Mason University invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Finance.

The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality research, undergraduate and graduate teaching, student mentoring, academic service, and engagement with the wider business community. The Finance Area has research strengths in areas including financial markets, real estate, and fintech.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Conduct high-quality research suitable for publication in top-tier academic journals.

• Teach Finance courses in undergraduate and/or graduate programs.

• Maintain an active scholarly research agenda.

• Mentor students.

• Contribute to the Finance Area and Costello College of Business.

• Participate in university and professional service.

• Support activities such as:

  • Journal reviewing and editing

  • Academic community engagement

  • Committee service

  • Student mentoring

  • Engagement with the business community

Teaching load will be determined according to the College’s workload policy.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Finance, or

• ABD status with documented expectation of degree completion before the start of Fall 2027.

• Ability to work collaboratively and collegially with faculty colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience as an Assistant Professor.

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness.

Research & Academic Environment

The Finance Area within George Mason University’s Costello College of Business supports research in areas including:

• Financial Markets

• Real Estate

• FinTech

• Related Finance disciplines

The College is AACSB-accredited and offers undergraduate and graduate business programs.

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

1. Letter of Intent

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Recent Working Paper / Job Market Paper

4. Three Professional References with contact information

Application Process

• Job ID: 10004593

• Posting Open Date: September 29, 2026

• Full Consideration Date: November 29, 2026

• Position Status: Open until filled

• Application Website: https://jobs.gmu.edu/

• Official Job Link: https://listings.jobs.gmu.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-of-finance-fairfax-va-virginia-united-states-other

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