Chair Of The Department Of Finance - 12 Month

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: commensurate with education + experience; bo...
Leadership and administrative skills
Faculty and staff development
Collaboration with executive leadership
The Chair of the Department of Finance holds the Helen R. Walton Endowed Chair of Finance and leads the department to regional and national prominence in financial education

Job Summary

  • The Chair of the Department of Finance holds the Helen R. Walton Endowed Chair of Finance and leads the department to regional and national prominence in financial education.
  • The position is a 12-month, 60% administrative role structured as a renewable 5-year term with a competitive compensation package and benefits including health, dental, life insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement contributions.
  • The University of Arkansas fosters a vibrant work environment promoting work-life balance and emphasizes collaborative engagement with the Dean’s Office and other department chairs as part of the College’s Executive Committee.

Matching Summary

The Chair of the Department of Finance holds the Helen R. Walton Endowed Chair of Finance and leads the department to regional and national prominence in financial education.

Salary

Base: Commensurate with education and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Leadership and administrative skills
  • Faculty and staff development
  • Collaboration with executive leadership
  • Undergraduate and graduate program oversight
  • Engagement with industry partners
  • Strategic planning and implementation

Nice-to-have

  • Fundraising and grant acquisition
  • Innovative academic initiatives
  • Experience with alternative investments and AI
  • Team-oriented environment
  • Positive and collegial relationships

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
  • Commitment to continuous improvement

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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