Position Title: Assistant Professor of Finance
Position Type: Full-Time Tenure Track
Department: School of Business
The School of Business at Augustana University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Finance beginning Fall 2027.
Major Areas of Responsibility:
Support the School of Business’ course offerings in Finance and Fintech at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Teaching load is three classes in the Fall and Spring semesters and one course in the January term.
Demonstrate a record of scholarly activity and research in the area of Finance
Contribute to student success through advising and mentoring
Engage in service to the department, university, and community
Outreach with local and regional businesses
Required Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have a terminal degree in Finance or a related field. Candidates with professional experience and a Masters degree will also be considered.
Demonstrated experience teaching in advanced Finance at the university level.
Professional or teaching experience in Fintech is highly desired.
Interacting with students, faculty and leadership with different backgrounds and points of view and a deep appreciation of and respect for academic values and culture must be a top value of the candidate.
Location: Augustana’s location in Sioux Falls, South Dakota (www.siouxfalls.com) provides an exceptionally high quality of living in an affordable community environment. Sioux Falls has more than 70 parks, over 40 miles of greenways, a walkable downtown that features musical and cultural events, and award winning restaurants. Our metro area (population 280,000) is one of the fastest growing regions in the country and is recognized as a major medical, retail, and financial center.
Benefits: Augustana University provides excellent fringe benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, a retirement plan, and tuition assistance.
Closing Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Application Materials:
Applicants must submit the following materials electronically:
- A cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the position.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Teaching philosophy
- Copies of graduate transcripts (official copies required upon hire).
- Name and contact information for three professional references
Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.
Skills Required
- Terminal degree in Finance or a related field
- Professional experience and a Master's degree may be considered as an alternative background
- Demonstrated experience teaching advanced Finance at the university level
- Professional or teaching experience in Fintech
- Ability to interact respectfully with students, faculty, and leadership from diverse backgrounds
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background check
What We Do
Augustana University is a university based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Inspired by Lutheran scholarly tradition and the liberal arts, it provides undergraduate and graduate education through a broad range of academic programs. Its mission emphasizes challenging students intellectually, fostering integrity, and integrating faith with learning and service. The university aims to prepare students to discover meaningful vocations and contribute to a diverse world.
