Job Description

The Opportunity

The David B. O'Maley College of Business at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Daytona Beach Campus) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Finance.

The candidate is expected to possess a doctoral degree in Finance or a related field from an AACSB-accredited institution. ABD candidates will be considered, but the degree must be completed by August 2025. Candidates with prior background and/or research experience in the aviation and aerospace industry are strongly encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate should have strong research potential and a commitment to teaching excellence. The successful candidate is expected to engage in scholarship to build and maintain a strong publication record in discipline-based refereed journals to enable ongoing classification as "Scholarly Academic" under the guidelines of AACSB International. A research focus in aviation and aerospace finance would be a plus.

Department of Accounting, Economics, Finance, and Information Sciences faculty carry a three-three teaching load. The candidate is expected to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and possess the potential to supervise the research work of doctoral students. College committee memberships and service to the University are also required.

The starting date for this position is August 2025. To be considered, candidates must submit a cover letter, copy of their current Curriculum Vitae, sample publications, research statement, and contact information for three references when applying to the vacancy. No references will be contacted without prior approval.

About the David B. O’Maley College of Business

The O’Maley College of Business provides a world-class business education with state-of-the-art graduate and undergraduate curricula. We pride ourselves on our deep relationships with and understanding of the aviation, aerospace, and space industries. While we offer degree programs specific to these industries, we ensure our students gain a solid business education that applies to all industries, including entrepreneurship.

About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is the world's largest, fully-accredited university specializing in aviation and aerospace, with more than 70 Bachelors, Masters, and Ph.D. programs. The Daytona Beach Campus serves a diverse student body of approximately 8,300 students. To support aviation and aerospace research, the University has invested in a new 50,000 square foot engineering building, the John Mica Engineering and Aerospace Innovation Complex (MicaPlex), housing several research laboratories a state-of-the-art subsonic wind tunnel, and a new Flight Research Center facility, all as part of a Research Park with incubator space and growing number of industry creating an ecosystem to support innovation and entrepreneurship. The David B. O'Maley College of Business has established the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, where students, faculty, and community members can connect, collaborate, and transform their innovative ideas into successful business ventures. The University has also established Centers of Excellence, such as the Boeing Center for Aviation and Aerospace Safety and the Center for Aerospace Resilient Systems. Candidates whose research expertise aligns with or has the potential to contribute to one or more of the research centers are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

The candidate is expected to possess a doctoral degree in Finance or a related field from an AACSB-accredited institution. ABD candidates will be considered, but the degree must be completed by August 2025.

Application Process

To be considered, candidates must submit a cover letter, copy of their current Curriculum Vitae, sample publications, and contact information of three references when applying to the vacancy. Priority will be given to completed applications received by 10/15/2024.Reviews will continue until the position is filled.

Embry-Riddle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity. Embry-Riddle is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We continually strive to recognize, respect, and celebrate differences and cultural identities among individuals as we recruit, support, and embrace our diverse community. We work to provide a safe and inclusive environment and to create a climate free of discrimination where cultural competency is fostered through leadership, integrity, care, and respect. Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.