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Assistant Professor-Finance - 2591

University of North Carolina Pembroke
United States, North Carolina, Pembroke
1 University Drive (Show on map)
Jan 24, 2026
Assistant Professor-Finance - 2591

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This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
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Division Academic Affairs
Department Accounting, Finance & Information Technology Management (AFIT)
Working Title Assistant Professor-Finance
Vacancy Type Tenure Track Faculty
Min T/E Requirements
An earned Ph.D. in Finance / Financial Economics (or ABD in a Ph.D. program in Finance with a dissertation defense by June 2026).

Demonstrated evidence of teaching effectiveness, excellent communication skills, a commitment to scholarly research, proficiency with internet-based technologies, and the ability to utilize online pedagogies to enhance classroom learning are required.

Proven and documented success in undergraduate teaching at an AACSB accredited institution and at the MBA level is highly desirable. Candidates must demonstrate a strong record of scholarly activities as documented by recently published articles in peer reviewed academic journals.
FTE 1
Recruitment Range Commensurate with Education and Experience
Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Education and Experience
Position # 2591
FLSA Status Exempt
Months per year 9
Is this a grant funded position? No
If yes, please indicate the end date of the grant.(if applicable)
N/A
Primary Purpose of Organization Unit
The Thomas College of Business and Economics is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business ( AACSB). AACSB accreditation differentiates business and accounting programs from those at other institutions in terms of quality, rigor, and relevance. Only six percent of business schools worldwide are accredited by AACSB international.

The Thomas College of Business and Economics values internationalization to prepare students for a competitive global environment, diversity to enrich personal growth and enhance the learning experience, ethical decision making to prepare students to serve as business leaders, and scholarship to benefit our students' education.

The Department of Accounting, Finance, and Information Technology Management at The University of North Carolina at Pembroke invites applications for a tenure-track, assistant professor of finance faculty position to begin in Fall 2026.
Primary Purpose of Position
Responsibilities include: teach undergraduate and graduate accounting courses; engage in appropriate research and publication to maintain scholarly currency and AACSB scholarly academic (SA) designation; provide academic advising; contribute to curriculum development; serve on various committees, and assume other instructional and service-related duties as assigned.
Job Description
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in Finance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic candidate eager to be a member of a dynamic business school with collegial faculty.

Teaching load is three classes per semester as long as AACSB scholarly academic (SA) status is maintained. Otherwise, the teaching load is four classes per semester. Summer teaching is available as well as summer research grants.

The ideal candidate will be available starting August 2026. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Appointment is at the rank of Assistant Professor.

If you like to work in a collegial environment where you can be rewarded for classroom excellence and supported for scholarship, and where your contribution and involvement matters from the first day of your employment, you will enjoy working at UNC Pembroke's Thomas College of Business and Economics.

Successful candidate is required to 1- Teach undergraduate/graduate, face-to-face / online finance classes. 2- Maintain scholarly academic (SA) AACSB status as set by the UNCP Thomas College of Business and Economics; scholarly active and publish in discipline peer-reviewed journals. 3- Engage in services at departmental, College, University, professional, and community levels. 4- Other activities as set forth by the department chair.
Management Preference
Prefer terminal degree from an AACSB-accredited institution. CFP, CFA or FRM designation is a plus.
Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation

Posting Information






Job Opening Date 01/23/2026
Job Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Posting Category Faculty
Posting Number EPA01089
Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/12958
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

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