Faculty Opportunity: Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in Finance – HEC Montréal

Faculty Opportunity: Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in Finance – HEC Montréal

• Institution: HEC Montréal

• Department: Finance

• Positions Available: 2

• Academic Ranks: Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Full Professor

• Appointment Type: Tenure-Track Faculty

• Academic Year: 2027–2028

• Field: All Areas of Finance

• Location: Montréal, Québec, Canada

• Teaching Load for New Assistant Professors: 3 courses per year for the first 2 years

• Salary / Remuneration: Not specified

• Application Review: Rolling basis

• Full Consideration Deadline: November 20, 2026

• Final Closing Status: Open until positions are filled

Overview of the Opportunity

The Department of Finance at HEC Montréal invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions beginning in the 2027–2028 academic year.

The recruitment is open rank, and applications at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Full Professor levels will receive equal consideration.

Candidates from all areas of Finance are encouraged to apply.

Candidate Profile

Applicants should:

• Hold a doctorate in Finance or a related field, or

• Be close to completing the doctoral degree.

Candidates will be considered according to the academic rank for which they are applying.

Assistant Professor Level

Candidates applying at the Assistant Professor level should demonstrate:

• Strong research potential

• A clearly defined and promising research agenda

• Potential to publish in leading academic journals

• Ability to deliver high-quality undergraduate and graduate teaching

The typical teaching load for new Assistant Professors is:

3 courses per year for the first 2 years

Associate Professor / Full Professor Level

Candidates applying at the Associate or Full Professor level should demonstrate:

• An established record of publications in leading journals

• Strong research leadership

• Experience supervising doctoral students

• Experience obtaining or pursuing external research funding

• Professional standing within the discipline

• A strong record of high-quality teaching

Research & Teaching Expectations

Successful candidates will be expected to:

• Publish research in leading Finance journals.

• Maintain an active scholarly research programme.

• Teach high-quality Finance courses.

• Contribute to undergraduate programmes.

• Contribute to graduate programmes.

• Participate in the academic and research activities of the Department.

HEC Montréal also provides financial rewards for publications based on journal ranking.

Language Requirements

The primary language of instruction at HEC Montréal is French, although some programmes and courses are offered in English.

Candidates must have sufficient English proficiency to:

• Teach courses offered in English.

• Communicate with non-French-speaking students.

• Conduct relevant research activities.

Successful candidates must be able to teach and work in French within 2 years of appointment.

HEC Montréal provides substantial support to help faculty improve their French language skills.

Applicants are encouraged to mention any existing knowledge of French in their application.

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit one PDF document containing:

1. Cover Letter

2. Complete Curriculum Vitae

3. 1 to 3 Research Papers

Reference Requirements

Up to 3 letters of recommendation should be submitted by the referees.

For candidates applying at the Associate Professor or Full Professor level:

• Names and contact details of three referees may be submitted initially.

• Recommendation letters may be requested later in the process.

• Letters will only be requested with the candidate’s consent.

About the Department

The Department of Finance at HEC Montréal includes approximately 18 tenure-track faculty members working across a broad range of Finance research areas.

The Department is associated with research initiatives including:

• Canadian Derivatives Institute

• Financial Education Lab

• Chair in Sustainable Finance

• Canada Research Chair in Finance and Technology

The Department also maintains an active research seminar series.

About HEC Montréal

HEC Montréal was founded in 1907 and is the business school affiliated with the Université de Montréal.

The School holds international accreditation from:

• AACSB

• AMBA

• EQUIS

HEC Montréal offers Finance programmes from the undergraduate through doctoral levels and supports extensive research activity through chairs and research groups.

Important Date

Full Consideration Deadline: November 20, 2026

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and may continue to be considered until the positions are filled.

Immigration Note

Applications are welcomed from all qualified candidates.

However, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online through the HEC Montréal recruitment portal.

Requisition ID: 1410

Application Link – English:
https://tre.tbe.taleo.net/tre01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=NYQEDG&cws=43&rid=1410

Application Link – French:
https://tre.tbe.taleo.net/tre01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=NYQEDG&cws=42&rid=1410

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