Assistant Professor of Finance (Seasoned) – University of Michigan

Assistant Professor of Finance (Seasoned) – University of Michigan

• Institution: University of Michigan

• Academic Unit / Department: Stephen M. Ross School of Business – Finance Area

• Job Reference / Requisition ID: Job Opening ID 282689

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track, Regular

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

• Salary / Remuneration: Not specified

• Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA

• Application Deadline: September 16, 2026

📋 Overview of Role

The Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Finance position beginning in September 2027. The position is intended for applicants who obtained their doctoral degree by May 2025, with opportunities for teaching, research, doctoral supervision, and academic service.

🎯 Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach Finance courses at the graduate and/or undergraduate level.

• Conduct and publish high-quality scholarly research in Finance.

• Supervise doctoral research and contribute to the development of PhD students.

• Participate in academic and professional service activities.

• Contribute to the collaborative teaching and research environment of the Ross School of Business.

🎓 Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education: Doctoral degree obtained by May 2025.

• Experience & Specializations: Demonstrated ability and interest in conducting high-quality scholarly research and a high level of teaching competence.

• Research Areas: Candidates with research and teaching interests in all areas of Finance will be considered.

• Certifications / Licensure: No specific professional certification required.

💼 Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary: Not specified in the job posting.

• Employment: Full-Time, Regular, Tenure-Track.

• Work Mode: Onsite.

• University benefits are available to eligible employees.

📄 Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

3. Teaching Statement

4. Research Statement

📬 Application Process

• 🔗 Application Link: Apply now

• 📧 Contact / Enquiries: Shelly Whitmer, Finance Area Administrator – sjmoore@umich.edu

• 📅 Deadline: September 16, 2026

• Start Date: September 2027

• Important Eligibility: The position is reserved for applicants who obtained their doctoral degree by May 2025.

🌐 Official Website / Domain: University of Michigan Careers