Assistant Professor (Finance)
The Kate Tiedemann School Business and Finance at the Muma College of Business, University of South Florida, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Finance who can actively contribute to its Fintech program. The Kate Tiedemann School Business and Finance recently received substantial gifts totaling $14 million, aimed at enhancing our education and research in FinTech. We encourage applications from candidates holding a PhD in Finance or a related discipline (e.g., MIS, Computer Science) or expecting to complete their degree by August 1, 2025. Successful candidates will demonstrate substantive Fintech experience.
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Ideal candidates will target and publish in high quality Finance journals (JF, JFE, JFQA, RF, RFS, etc.) and all candidates demonstrate excellence in teaching. Teaching experience in Finance courses related to Fintech is highly desired. Minimum Qualifications:
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Doctoral degree from an AACSB (or international equivalent) accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service at the time of applying. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the appropriate rank.
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.Faculty members also teach in the MBA, Executive MBA, and DBA Programs. The School offers a strong mix of collegiality and scholarship along with a friendly and welcoming environment. Faculty members are research-active, with recent publications in high quality finance journals. A new Bloomberg and Wealth Management Center research lab is available to support research and teaching.
