Chair Of The Department Of Finance - 12 Month

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Leadership and administrative skills
Faculty collaboration and teamwork
Engagement with external constituents
The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with a benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement contributions

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with a benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement contributions.
  • The Department Chair role entails a 60% administrative position with a renewable 5-year term and involves leading the largest degree program in the Walton College of Business.
  • The Finance Department emphasizes experiential learning supported by student-managed investment funds and strong industry collaborations.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with a benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement contributions.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Leadership and administrative skills
  • Faculty collaboration and teamwork
  • Engagement with external constituents
  • Curriculum innovation and rigor
  • Strategic planning and implementation
  • Regular on-campus presence
  • Research and teaching excellence

Nice-to-have

  • Fundraising and grant acquisition
  • Experience as department chair
  • Commitment to continuous improvement
  • Industry partnerships and outreach
  • Positive and collegial work environment

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Finance or related field
  • Associate Professor rank or higher with tenure
  • Established research record in peer-reviewed journals
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Prior department chair experience preferred
  • Ability to secure external funding
  • Tenure eligibility at full professor level preferred

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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