Chair Of The Department Of Finance - 12 Month

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
Salary is commensurate with education + experience...
Leading research and teaching
Engage external constituents
Collaborative engagement with dean’s office
The Finance Department Chair holds the Helen R. Walton Endowed Chair of Finance, devoted to leading the Department to regional and national prominence in the field of financial education

Job Summary

  • The Finance Department Chair holds the Helen R. Walton Endowed Chair of Finance, devoted to leading the Department to regional and national prominence in the field of financial education.
  • The 12-month position entails a 60% administrative role, structured as a renewable 5-year term, offering a competitive compensation package.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Matching Summary

The Finance Department Chair holds the Helen R. Walton Endowed Chair of Finance, devoted to leading the Department to regional and national prominence in the field of financial education.

Salary

Salary is commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • leading research and teaching
  • engage external constituents
  • collaborative engagement with Dean’s Office
  • attracting, developing, and evaluating faculty
  • undergraduate curriculum innovation and rigor
  • fostering productive and collegial relationships

Nice-to-have

  • strong leadership and administrative skills
  • team-oriented environment
  • positive attitude
  • mission-minded leaders

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Finance or related field
  • Associate Professor rank or higher with tenure
  • publishing in leading peer-reviewed journals
  • prior experience as department chair
  • proven record of securing external funds

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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