University of Wyoming, College of Business
Faculty Position in Energy Finance

The Economics and Finance Department in the College of Business at the University of Wyoming is interviewing candidates for a full time, tenure-track Distinguished Professor position in Energy Finance in the Department of Economics and Finance and The School of Energy Resources.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Department has an internationally ranked PhD program in economics that includes a field specialization in Financial Economics, and has three Master's programs, in Finance, Economics, and Financial Economics. A strong commitment to both academic research and teaching is required.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The candidate is expected to be involved in the supervision of graduate students in addition to teaching assignments in the undergraduate and graduate Finance programs. The specific areas of interest is energy finance with ability to teach (1) energy project evaluation, theoretical and practical methods to evaluate investments in energy and mineral projects, and modern techniques to make these decisions under uncertainty; and (2) an overview of security analysis applied to energy firms, hedging strategies, and trading activities in energy markets. Teaching in both the Energy MBA program and the Department of Economics and Finance. External research grants or industry experience would be beneficial. Position is subject to available funding.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants should provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Applications will be accepted beginning August 2013 until the position is filled.

POSITION AVAILABLE: January 2014

Submit electronic applications to: Energy Finance Position Search, Thao McVay, tmcvay1@uwyo.edu, http://business.uwyo.edu/ECONFIN

The University of Wyoming is committed to diversity and endorses principles of affirmative action. We acknowledge that diversity enriches and sustains our scholarship and promotes equal access to our educational mission. We seek and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.