Weatherford Chair of Finance, Tenure-Track Faculty

Job Title

Weatherford Chair of Finance, Tenure-Track Faculty

Department

Weatherford Chair of Finance

University Expectation

MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.

Salary

Salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Jennings A. Jones College of Business, Department of Economics and Finance at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) invites applications for a prestigious full-time faculty position (#113220) at the rank of associate professor or professor in Finance. Expedited tenure will be considered. This in-person role requires Tennessee residency by the appointment date. The start date is as early as January 1, 2025.

Position Overview:

The Weatherford Chair of Finance is a distinguished role designed for an accomplished leader in the academic or professional community. The successful candidate will provide visionary leadership in the finance field, enhancing MTSU’s national reputation through teaching, research, and scholarly activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enhance MTSU’s National Reputation: Elevate the profile of MTSU’s finance programs on a national scale.
• Innovative Teaching: Deliver cutting-edge instruction in specialized areas of finance.
• Host Workshops: Organize and lead workshops that attract top scholars in the field.
• Academic Leadership: Shape the academic content and quality of the finance programs.
• Industry Collaboration: Partner with industry professionals to promote the finance programs and create student internship and employment opportunities.
• Student Engagement: Work with Academics, Admissions, and Advancement to recruit and retain students, and foster alumni and industry support.
• Experiential Learning: Supervise student internships and facilitate experiential learning opportunities, including industry conferences, site visits, and study away experiences.
• Professional Networking: Maintain and grow relationships with educational and professional colleagues to strengthen connections between the University and the business community.
• Fundraising and Outreach: Collaborate with the Jones College of Business Development Officer in fundraising and outreach efforts.
• University Leadership: Contribute to the University’s goals and commitment to quality and a student-centered environment.

Why Join MTSU?

• Impactful Role: Play a key role in shaping the future of finance education at MTSU.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a dynamic team dedicated to academic excellence and student success.
• Professional Growth: Engage with top scholars and industry leaders, and contribute to groundbreaking research and teaching.

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for finance education and a desire to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at MTSU.

Required Education

A terminal degree in finance or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited institution is required at the time of appointment.

Other Desirables

Applicants with professional work experience in finance, the rank of associate professor or professor with tenure at an AACSB-accredited institution or those with Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designations or other finance-related professional certifications will receive special consideration.

Documents Needed to Apply

To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of application.

Special Instruction to Applicants 

For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage at https://mtsu.edu/facultyrecruitment/.

If you need help applying, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at (615) 898-5128. If you have position-specific questions, please contact Dave Wood at Dave.Wood@mtsu.edu.

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

• Sick Leave