The Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position (seasoned assistant or associate) in the Department of Finance. In this role, you will be working, in part, with the Center for Software Innovation (CSI), which is focused on creating leading programs to develop future digital tech leaders. The CSI was established with a historic $110M gift from Ratmir Timashev, an Ohio State alumni and software entrepreneur. As a faculty member of the college, you will:
Teach courses in finance including Fintech or other courses deemed appropriate by the chair
Conduct top-tier research in areas such as Fintech, AI and ML applications in finance
Collaborate with CSI and its stakeholders
We welcome and will consider all applications, but we will focus our search especially in FinTech and related fields.
We stress excellence in research and in teaching at the undergraduate, MBA and/or Ph.D. levels.
Performance Objectives
Demonstrate outstanding achievement in research.
Creating and delivering course materials.
Creating an engaging and inclusive classroom environment.
Demonstrate commitment to student success.
Collaboration with fellow instructors.
Strong evidence of publications in top Finance journals
The College
At the Fisher College of Business, we believe business leadership requires a distinct and nuanced set of skills for a business world that is changing at a pace never seen. Our faculty is dedicated to this critical mission and to our responsibility to create ideas, encourage scholarship, and develop leaders who positively impact their communities near and far.
Department Information
The Department of Finance which houses faculty specializing in financial economics, business law, and insurance. Our over 20 faculty members are internationally known researchers and teachers. We provide a vibrant research and teaching atmosphere, characterized by extensive collaboration with a shared goal of conducting leading-edge research and providing students with the skills they need to succeed in the field of finance.
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of Americas leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
The Ohio State Universitys Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.
Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.
The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.
Located in Ohios capital city, Ohio States Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.
The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other basis under the law.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. You will be presented with the opportunity to attach up to FIVE documents in the Application Documents section. Please include the following:
Attachment 1: Cover Letter: 12-page letter, which should include a brief summary of your background and why you are interested in this opportunity. Please pay particular attention to the qualifications listed above when writing this letter.
Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae): Detailed overview of your relevant experiences, including any experience in teaching, mentoring, and service.
Attachment 3: Teaching and Mentoring Statement: A statement of your philosophy, approach, and relevant experience regarding your teaching, learning, and mentoring including how they prepared you for this position.
Application Deadline:
We will consider all candidates who apply before the position is filled. To ensure consideration for the first round of interviews, candidates should apply by January 15, 2025. The first round of interviews will be held virtually. Questions and inquiries may be sent to [email protected].
The Ohio State University is a dynamic community of diverse resources, where opportunity thrives and where individuals transform themselves and the world. Founded in 1870, Ohio State is a world-class public research university and the leading comprehensive teaching and research institution in the state of Ohio. With more than 63,000 students (including 57,000 in Columbus), the Wexner Medical Center, 14 colleges, 80 centers and 175 majors, the university offers its students tremendous breadth and depth of opportunity in the liberal arts, the sciences and the professions.