Associate/Assistant Professor or Lecturer in Finance
Tenure-track faculty position in Finance at a rapidly growing private university in China with competitive compensation and research funding.
Best for:Best for experienced finance academics with a PhD from an AACSB/EQUIS-accredited program, a strong publication record, and a preference for teaching and research in international finance or financial economics.
Overview
Wenzhou Business College, a top-ranked private university in China, invites applications for tenure-track positions in Finance at all academic ranks. The successful candidate will teach courses in investment, international finance, financial economics, or financial statement analysis while contributing to research and university service. This role offers a 10-year contract with competitive benefits, including free housing, health insurance, education support, and a retirement contribution. Highly productive researchers may qualify for additional tax-free salary and research funding up to RMB 900,000 annually, along with a housing subsidy. The position begins in Spring 2027 and is based in Wenzhou, a vibrant city with strong cultural and economic ties to Shanghai and Hong Kong.
What you'll do
- Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in investment, international finance, financial economics, or financial statement analysis
- Developing and delivering innovative curriculum aligned with industry standards
- Conducting independent research in finance, with opportunities for collaboration with university colleagues
- Supervising student research projects and theses
- Participating in university service activities, including committee work and administrative duties
- Publishing research in high-impact journals and presenting findings at national/international conferences
- Mentoring junior faculty and graduate students
- Engaging with industry partners for applied research and professional development opportunities
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Finance from an AACSB or EQUIS accredited program, or a terminal degree in Economics from a top university, with completion anticipated by December 2026
Language: English; proficiency required for teaching and research. Mandarin Chinese proficiency is preferred for university integration
Instruction: English (with potential for Mandarin Chinese courses)
Publications: Established publication record in finance, with preference given to candidates with multiple high-impact publications
- Proven teaching experience in finance-related subjects
- Strong research background in finance, with a focus on international finance, financial economics, or investment
- Experience in publishing research in peer-reviewed journals
- Ability to develop and deliver engaging academic courses
- Proficiency in financial modeling, statistical analysis, and econometric techniques
- Experience in academic administration or service roles
- PhD completion or imminent completion by December 2026
- No explicit nationality or residency restrictions mentioned
- No age or prior experience caps specified
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-30
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV by email to c.j@wzbc.edu.cn. Ensure your application highlights your qualifications, teaching experience, research background, and any relevant publications. The deadline for full consideration is October 30, 2026.
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Publication list (if applicable)
- Transcripts and degree certificates
Contact
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