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University of Connecticut
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Assistant/Associate Professor of Finance
University of Connecticut
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Full-time
Preferred Education:
Bachelor’s
| INTRODUCTION The University of Connecticut's (UConn) Department of Finance is pleased to invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position, specializing in Fintech, at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor. The Department of Finance is internationally recognized for both its teaching and research. It has 30 faculty members, 977 undergraduate students, and 270 graduate students, including 12 Ph.D. students. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to research & scholarship through high quality publications, participate in prominent national and international academic conferences, and help guide research efforts in their areas of expertise. We are looking for candidates with expertise in Fintech, that is, expertise in one or more of the following areas: marketplace lending, blockchain, cryptocurrencies and initial coin offerings, robo-advising and quantitative trading, cybersecurity, machine learning, regulation of fintech, and other emerging areas related to Fintech. In addition to research, individuals will be expected to teach appropriate courses at the undergraduate, masters, and/or PhD levels, and participate in outreach and service activities. The successful candidate will share a deep commitment to effective instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels, innovative courses and instruction methods, and mentoring of students in research, outreach, and professional development. Successful candidates will also be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through research, teaching, and/or public engagement the commitment to, and support of, diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences into instructional methods and research tools; and provide leadership in developing pedagogical techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interests. Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state's flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
APPOINTMENT TERMS This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2021. The successful candidate's academic appointment will be at the Storrs campus. Faculty may also be asked to teach at one of UConn's regional campuses or online as part of their ordinary workload. Candidates may teach in the Undergraduate, Master's and Ph.D. Programs. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. TO APPLY Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/17731and submit the following application materials:
Evaluation of applicants will begin immediately, with full consideration given to applicants who apply by January 2, 2021. For more information regarding the Department of Finance please visit the department website at www.finance.business.uconn.edu. Inquiries other than applications can be directed to: Dr. Chinmoy Ghosh Finance Department Head University of Connecticut School of Business 2100 Hillside Road, Unit 1041 Storrs, CT 06269-1041 Chinmoy.ghosh@uconn.edu At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community. Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval. All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found athttp://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp. The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University's teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn's ranking as one of the nation's top research universities. UConn's faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
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About University of Connecticut
The University of Connecticut is a national leader among public research universities, with more than 30,000 students seeking answers to critical questions in classrooms, labs, and the community. A culture of innovation drives this pursuit of knowledge throughout the University’s network of campuses. Connecticut’s commitment to higher education helps UConn attract students who thrive in the most competitive environments, as well as globally renowned faculty members. Our school pride is fueled by a history of success that has made us a standout in Division I athletics. UConn fosters a diverse and vibrant culture that meets the needs and seizes the opportunities of a dynamic global society.
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