Assistant, Associate or Full Professor in Finance (AUC)

Position Overview
The American University in Cairo (AUC) invites applications for a full-time Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Finance within the Onsi Sawiris School of Business. This fixed-term, four-year appointment begins in Fall 2026. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise MSc Finance theses, and advance research in fields such as corporate finance, financial economics, fintech, banking, portfolio theory, and algorithmic trading.

Responsibilities
• Develop and lead a world-class research program with a focus on emerging markets in the Middle East and Africa
• Publish in top-tier finance journals (ABDC A*/A, Scopus Q1/Q2) and present at international conferences
• Secure competitive external funding to sustain and expand research activities
• Teach and mentor at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including introductory finance courses
• Supervise graduate students and provide mentorship to junior faculty
• Build strong collaborations with industry, government, and civil society for applied finance research
• Contribute to institutional service, program development, and community engagement

Qualifications
• PhD in Finance, Economics, or a related business field from a reputable university (AACSB and/or EQUIS accreditation preferred)
• Demonstrated record of research excellence and scholarly impact in finance and related disciplines
• Strong publication record in the past five years in leading international journals
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and innovative curriculum development
• Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and applied research in finance

Compensation & Benefits
Faculty rank and salary are based on qualifications and professional experience. AUC offers generous benefits in line with its policies, along with access to student housing in New Cairo, cultural facilities at its historic downtown campus, and extensive library resources.

About the Institution
Founded in 1919, AUC is one of the region’s premier English-language universities. The 260-acre New Cairo campus and historic downtown facilities support over 7,000 students from nearly 90 countries. The Onsi Sawiris School of Business is triple-crown accredited (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA), ranked as the #1 business school in Africa by Eduniversal for eight consecutive years, and a member of the CEMS and GNAM networks. The school is home to eight research and outreach centers, including the Venture Lab and the Al-Khazindar Business Research and Case Center.

Application Instructions
Applications should be submitted online and must include:
• Cover letter outlining research, teaching, and leadership vision
• Current curriculum vitae
• Research and teaching statements
• Up to three representative publications
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Completed AUC Personnel Information Form (PIF)
• Three references (to be sent directly to busref@aucegypt.edu with subject line: BUS/finc/2026)

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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