Chair Of The Department Of Finance - 12 Month

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Base: commensurate with education + experience; bo...
Strong leadership and administrative skills
Effective faculty and staff collaboration
Engagement with external constituents
The Department Chair holds the Helen R. Walton Endowed Chair of Finance and leads the department to regional and national prominence in financial education

Job Summary

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

Matching Summary

The Department Chair 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, holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong leadership and administrative skills
  • Effective faculty and staff collaboration
  • Engagement with external constituents
  • Curriculum innovation and rigor
  • Strategic planning and implementation
  • Regular on-campus presence
  • Team-oriented environment

Nice-to-have

  • Fundraising and grant acquisition
  • Experience with industry partnerships
  • Commitment to continuous improvement
  • Positive attitude and collegial relationships
  • Experience with academic program innovation
  • Engagement with executive college leadership

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 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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