Description

The Department of Economics and Management at DePauw University invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2026. Ph.D. (completed by August 2026) in finance or related field is preferred; ABD candidates will be considered at the rank of Instructor.  A commitment to teaching undergraduates in a liberal-arts setting and evidence of effective and inclusive teaching are essential. The department seeks candidates whose primary field is in finance and is especially interested in candidates who can teach courses in one or more of the following areas: corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, valuation, venture capital, and entrepreneurial finance. Candidates must be able to contribute to teaching finance core courses (i.e., Foundations of Corporate Finance, Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management, and Senior Seminar) in addition to courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. The Department of Economics and Management offers majors in Finance and in Economics, and minors in several business-related areas, through DePauw University’s School of Business and Leadership. The teaching assignment is six courses per year, in addition to a half-credit course taught every third year during January or May term. Funding is available for professional development and research with undergraduate students.

 DePauw University is a leading, nationally-recognized liberal arts and sciences university dedicated to educating approximately 1,850 highly talented, motivated, and diverse students from across the country and around the globe. The University includes a College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, a School of Business and Leadership, and a Creative School, which enriches the community by providing a rich set of music performances and other artistic offerings. For 185 years, DePauw has created an atmosphere of intellectual challenge that prepares students for lifelong success and fulfills its mission to develop leaders the world needs through an uncommon commitment to the liberal arts. Located in Greencastle, Indiana, about a 45-minute drive west of Indianapolis, DePauw is a member of the Great Lakes Colleges Association. DePauw has an ongoing commitment to diversity and seeks to strengthen our institution through equitable and inclusive practices. Please see this profile for more information about DePauw University.   

 Candidates should submit through Workday [https://depauw.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/DePauw_University/job/Assistant-Professor-of-Economics-and-Management---Finance--Tenure-track-_JR100267]:

• a cover letter summarizing qualifications;
• CV; 
• a statement of teaching philosophy; 
• a statement of teaching interests;
• a statement of scholarly interests;
• evidence of effective teaching, such as sample syllabi or course evaluations;
• and a copy of graduate transcripts. 

Contact information for professional references may be requested at a later date. 

Application materials should provide evidence of a commitment to successfully fostering and engaging with a diversity of ideas and experiences to create an inclusive environment in the classroom and at the University. Review of applications will begin November 3, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Please contact Ophelia Goma, Department Chair of Economics and Management, at [email protected] with any questions. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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DePauw University’s goals and commitments are best served if the institution reflects the diversity of our society; hence, DePauw seeks diversity in all areas and levels of employment and abides by all local, state and federal regulations concerning equal employment opportunities. The University admits, hires and promotes individuals upon their qualities and merits.