Associate or Assistant Professor, Finance

The Department of Finance in the College of Business is seeking applications for a tenure-track, full-time Associate or Assistant Professor in Finance anticipated to start August 2026.

  • 520629
  • Manhattan
  • Finance
  • Academic / Faculty - 9 month
  • Closing on: Nov 21 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

The Department of Finance in the College of Business Administration (CBA) at Kansas State University is seeking applicants for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor of Finance. The candidate will be responsible for research, teaching, and service activities in the CBA.

Research: Consistent with departmental guidelines, the candidate will be expected to publish in high-quality academic journals in finance or other related areas.

Teaching: The desired area of teaching expertise is financial services. The individual selected will teach financial services courses as a regular part of their teaching assignment. In addition, the individual should be able to teach in a supplementary area such as principles of finance.

Service: The individual selected will also be expected to demonstrate a commitment to collegiality and shared governance. As a part of this role, the individual will undertake service for the benefit of the department or college, such as being as an advisor to a student organization, participating in academic events, engaging with students, alumni, and corporations as a representative of the department, and/or serving on departmental or college committees as needed.

About Us

Our goal is to provide excellent undergraduate and graduate degree programs that will prepare students to become successful business professionals in a rapidly evolving and interconnected workplace. The College's comparative advantage derives from a strong, supportive family culture, a talented and well-qualified student population, a faculty committed to high-quality research and teaching, dedicated staff, and strong support from alumni and the business community. The College is accredited by AACSB in both business administration and accounting. To learn more visit: http://www.cba.ksu.edu

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off - vacation, sick and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hr/benefits

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Finance or a closely related field from an AACSB accredited Business School.
  • Demonstrated potential for conducting high-quality research and publishing in high-quality journals in the Finance discipline.
  • Demonstrated potential for high quality teaching.
  • Willingness to contribute to the service mission of the department and college.

The degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong research record as demonstrated through publications in top academic journals and presentations at national academic conferences.
  • Prior university teaching experience in Finance.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Related professional work experience.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain productive relationships with students, alumni, and external partners to enhance academic and professional development opportunities.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  • Letter of Application (Cover Letter) explaining why you are interested in this role and how your prior education and experiences prepare you for this role
  • Resume / Curriculum Vita (CV)
  • Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Application Window

Applications close on: November 21, 2025

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

 

 

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Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Remote and Hybrid work options:

Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements.  An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

Interview Preferences:

Kansas State University honors interview preferences for qualified applicants who are veterans or individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and submit required preference documentation by the closing date on the job advertisement will be granted a first-level interview.

The disability and veteran interview preferences do not apply to student employment positions, temporary positions, athletics positions, academic and administrative department heads*, positions that require licensure as a physician, and positions that require that the employee be admitted to practice law in Kansas.

*Heads of Departments refers to any individual holding a primary leadership role responsible for the overall strategic direction, management and operational oversight of a recognized academic or administrative unit within the university.

To learn more about interview preferences at K-State, please visit our interview preferences page.

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