Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Finance

Position Information

The Department of Finance and Real Estate in the College of Business at the University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for one full-time tenure-track faculty position in Finance, at the Assistant Professor level beginning Fall 2026.

Benefits at UTA

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Department Information

• The Department of Finance and Real Estate comprises fifteen full-time faculty members, including ten tenured or tenure-track professors, who are dedicated to delivering high-quality education and research in finance, real estate, and banking.
• The department offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate courses, serving students in the Ph.D., M.S. in Quantitative Finance, M.S. in Real Estate, MBA, and Executive MBA programs.
• The department hosts the Ryan-Reilly Center for Urban Land Utilization, leads an active Personal Financial Education Program, has launched a Banking Certificate Program, and manages the state-of-the-art Sam Mahrouq Financial Markets Laboratory.
• Faculty members pursue varying research interests and publish in leading journals such as Financial Management, the Journal of Banking and Finance, Journal of Corporate Finance, Journal of Finance, Journal of Finance Economics, Journal of Political Economy, Management Science, Real Estate Economics, Review of Financial Studies, and other premier finance journals.
• The department and college sponsor regular research seminars, and faculty have access to an extensive suite of databases, including WRDS (CRSP, Compustat, Dealscan, FactSet, ISS, I/B/E/S, SDC, and others), Bloomberg, and Morningstar Direct.

University Information

• The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities.
• As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System.
• UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal).
• UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023).
• With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.
• UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community.
• UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities include conducting high-quality academic research and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in finance, banking, and real estate. Applicants must be willing to support the department’s other initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in finance or a closely related discipline from an AACSB accredited institution at the time of appointment.
• A qualified candidate must demonstrate the ability and interest to conduct high-quality scholarly research and a high level of teaching competence.

Preferred Qualifications

(Not specified)

Special Conditions for Eligibility

(Not specified)

Working Title

Assistant Professor

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.