Kent State University, Department of Finance
Department Chair

The department of Finance at Kent State University invites applications for the position of department chair. This is a tenured position.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates should currently hold rank of Associate or Full professor at an AACSB accredited school. The minimum acceptable academic credential is a Ph.D. in Finance or equivalent. Applicants must have an established record of high quality teaching and scholarly research in order to be qualified for tenure upon appointment. Evidence of significant academic leadership experience is desired. All Finance skill areas will be considered.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The normal teaching load for the chair is three courses per calendar year. The successful candidate will be expected to teach effectively in his or her area of specialty at all levels. Candidates must be able to demonstrate the successful leadership skills required for a department chair and assist the department in fulfilling its role by increasing the effectiveness of our core areas and successful budget management.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL: The college of Business Administration offers BBA, MBA, and Ph.D. programs in Finance. The Finance Department has access to WRDS and major databases such as COMPUSTAT, CRSP and ExecuComp. The Department also has a Bloomberg terminal. Kent State University is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. Applications from qualified minority and female candidates are welcome and are strongly encouraged.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE The faculty recruiting committee will examine applications upon receipt of the curriculum vitae, a summary of relevant administrative experience and effectiveness, a summary evidencing teaching experience and effectiveness, and three letters of recommendation. Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately and continue until the position is filled. Availability of this position is contingent upon final administrative approval as well as funding.

To apply, please register at our website at: https://jobs.kent.edu, to provide your basic information. Please send paper copies of your resume, letters of recommendation, and other materials to:

Chair, Recruiting Committee
Department of Finance
College of Business Administration
Kent State University
P.O. Box 5190
Kent, OH 44242