Chair Of The Department Of Finance - 12 Month

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: commensurate with education + experience; bo...
Leadership and administrative skills
Collaboration with faculty and executive leadership
Engagement with external constituents and industry partners
The Chair of the Department of Finance leads a department with over 2,100 undergraduate majors and robust graduate programs, holding the Helen R. Walton Endowed Chair of Finance

Job Summary

  • The Chair of the Department of Finance leads a department with over 2,100 undergraduate majors and robust graduate programs, holding the Helen R. Walton Endowed Chair of Finance.
  • The position involves a 60% administrative role with a renewable 5-year term and offers a competitive compensation package along with a comprehensive benefits package.
  • The University of Arkansas fosters a welcoming work environment promoting work-life balance and provides benefits including health insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement contributions.

Matching Summary

The Chair of the Department of Finance leads a department with over 2,100 undergraduate majors and robust graduate programs, holding the Helen R. Walton Endowed Chair of Finance.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Leadership and administrative skills
  • Collaboration with faculty and executive leadership
  • Engagement with external constituents and industry partners
  • Curriculum innovation and graduate program advancement
  • Regular on-campus presence and accessibility
  • Faculty development and evaluation

Nice-to-have

  • Fundraising and grant acquisition
  • Experience with academic program innovation
  • Commitment to continuous improvement
  • Team-oriented and collegial environment
  • Experience with industry collaborations and student experiential learning

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Finance or related field
  • Associate Professor rank or higher with tenure
  • Research record in leading peer-reviewed journals
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Prior department chair or equivalent experience preferred
  • Ability to secure external funding preferred

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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