Assistant Professor in Finance
Junior tenure-track faculty position in finance at London Business School.
Best for:Best for finance PhD graduates with a strong research agenda and potential for publication in top academic journals.
Overview
London Business School invites applications for tenure-track Assistant Professor positions within the Finance department, starting in Autumn 2027. The role welcomes candidates across all specialized fields of finance who demonstrate a strong commitment to both rigorous academic research and high-quality teaching. Faculty members are expected to publish in leading journals and contribute to an international academic environment. New junior faculty benefit from a reduced teaching load during their first year to establish their research portfolio.
What you'll do
- Conduct original, high-quality academic research in finance aiming for publication in leading scholarly journals
- Deliver engaging and rigorous teaching across various finance programs in an international environment
- Supervise and mentor students where appropriate
- Participate in departmental seminars, workshops, and academic citizenship duties
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Finance or a closely related field, or near completion by 2027
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Potential to publish articles in leading academic journals
- Demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality independent research
- Developed area of research interest within finance
- Potential for excellence in teaching in a challenging international environment
- Strong communication and academic presentation skills
Funding & terms
How to apply
Applicants must create an account with Interfolio and submit all required application materials directed to the Finance Search Committee. Additionally, all applicants are required to complete an online diversity monitoring form.
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Job Market Paper
- Research statement
- Working or published papers
- Letters of recommendation
- Teaching statement
- Teaching evaluations
Contact
Finance Search Committee· Search Committee
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