Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Finance

About the Knauss School of Business

The Knauss School of Business is committed to developing socially responsible leaders with a global mindset through values-based education and innovative research. Its vision is to lead business stewardship of the world toward improving the quality of life on earth for all.

The School's core values are:

• People First: Affirming the dignity of every person and fostering an environment of respect, recognition, and care.
• Ethical Leadership: Acting with humility, courage, and conviction; conducting ourselves with integrity and holding ourselves to the highest ethical standards.
• Community Engagement: Fostering reciprocal relationships across San Diego, with cross-border neighbors, and with national and international partners.
• Business as a Force for Good: Creating a more inclusive, sustainable, and hopeful world through business.

The School offers academically rigorous and relevant AACSB-accredited programs, with its undergraduate and MBA programs consistently ranked among the best in the U.S. and internationally. It is also home to the Knauss Center for Business Education, a 120,000-square-foot hub featuring cutting-edge technology, active learning classrooms, labs, a production studio, and a student startup incubator.

Department Description

The Department of Finance and Real Estate has 16 full-time faculty members. The Knauss School of Business offers BBA degree programs in Finance and Real Estate. Department faculty also teach in the MS Finance and MS Real Estate programs, as well as the MBA program.

University Description

The University of San Diego is an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition. The University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background.

Responsibilities

• Teaching in undergraduate and graduate programs (MS in Finance, MBA).
• Active research.
• University service.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Finance (or ABD near completion) from an AACSB-accredited program prior to the start of appointment.
• Any specialization in Finance will be considered.
• Evidence of an expected completion of the doctoral degree prior to the start of employment date for those not currently holding a terminal degree.
• Record of scholarly achievement in field-specific, peer-reviewed outlets.
• Dedication to teaching excellence and service in a liberal arts environment.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
• Official education transcripts required for degree verification.

Pay

Salary range (9-month base):

• Assistant Professor: $190,000–$220,000
• Associate Professor: $215,000–$240,000
• Full Professor: $225,000–$250,000

Monthly rate: $15,833–$20,833. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education, and other factors including departmental budget.

Benefits

USD offers a very competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. The University is a smoking and tobacco-free campus.