Assistant Professor of Finance

The Department of Finance in the Opus College of Business, University of Saint Thomas, Minnesota, invites applications for two full-time tenure-track faculty positions in Finance. The position begins Fall 2026.

The Finance Department at the University of St. Thomas seeks to attract, retain, and develop faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds to enhance the diversity of the learning community and to offer our students richly varied perspectives. The department offers courses in the undergraduate program and several MBA and specialized master’s programs in business, providing multiple opportunities for teaching. The department also subscribes to several databases, including WRDS. We seek outstanding candidates with the potential for excellent teaching and high-quality research in finance, and the commitment to serve the Department, College, and University.

The Opus College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. The college offers undergraduate, part-time, and specialized MBA, specialized Masters, and graduate certificate programs. More information about the Opus College of Business is at www.stthomas.edu/business/.

The University of St. Thomas is in the vibrant Minneapolis-St. Paul area, one of the U.S.’s top 25 metro areas.  Combine that with a visible corporate presence of seventeen Fortune 500 headquarters plus a diversified list of other companies with offices in the metro area, and you have a very strong, supportive business community that attracts bright, talented people. A recent study found that the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area population grew 11% from 2010 – 2020. Census data also show that Minnesota continues to grow more diverse, both racially and ethnically, and at a faster pace than in the broader United States. Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul and is Minnesota’s largest private university. Its 9,000+ students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs. Learn more about life as a faculty member at St. Thomas.

The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will have a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D.(U.S. or Foreign Equivalent) in Finance, or alternatively, ABD candidates with substantial completion of the Ph.D. before September 1st, 2026, will be considered. Candidates from all fields of finance are welcome to apply.
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching. Applicants must have the ability and willingness to teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Demonstrated capacity to engage in scholarly research in finance and publish in peer-reviewed journals.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Tuition remission benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility
• A generous employer retirement contribution upon eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits

The salary range is $170,000 to $185,000.

The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CANDIDATES

Applicants must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/ providing 1) a letter of application (cover letter), 2) a current curriculum vitae, 3) a list of 3 references, 4) a statement of teaching philosophy, and 5) a statement of research interests. 

After creating and submitting an applicant profile, you will be taken to the job-specific application. Here you will be asked to copy/paste a cover letter (a letter of application), detailing your interest in the opportunity.

Candidates should complete the reference section of the application. No references will be contacted without first obtaining the candidate's permission. Do not upload recommendation letters as part of the online application process.

Applications should be submitted by September 15, although the position will remain open until filled. Screening interviews may be done through Zoom and/or in person, as necessary.

Official job posting is available at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/.