Assistant, Associate or Full Professor in Finance (Tenure-Track)

About the American University in Cairo
Founded in 1919, The American University in Cairo (AUC) is a leading English-language institution serving Egypt and the region. AUC offers a vibrant academic community with a modern, 260-acre campus in New Cairo, plus historic downtown facilities for cultural and executive education events. Student housing is available in New Cairo. The AUC School of Business is among the region’s best, holding top accreditations such as AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA. Other programs, including engineering and chemistry, are also accredited by respected global bodies. AUC’s libraries offer the largest English-language research collection in the area, supporting excellence across all programs. AUC’s student body is diverse, with students from nearly 90 countries. Faculty salaries and ranks are based on experience and qualifications, with generous benefits for all faculty under AUC policies.

Position Summary
The School of Business seeks applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in the Heikal Department of Management at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Finance level, starting Fall 2025. This is a prime opportunity for candidates seeking business school faculty jobs with a focus on teaching and research in finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate finance courses and supervise Master of Science in Finance theses
• Contribute to curriculum development and program improvement
• Conduct research in areas such as financial economics, corporate finance, business finance, applied banking, Fintech, algorithmic trading, retail banking, and portfolio theory
• Build a diverse research team and lead world-class research programs, especially on issues affecting emerging markets, with an emphasis on the Middle East and Africa
• Engage in academic service and community outreach in line with the department’s ongoing activities
• Be willing to teach introductory and core courses as required

Required Qualifications

• PhD from a reputable university (AACSB/EQUIS accreditation preferred)
• Excellent teaching record and strong student evaluations
• Evidence of impactful research publications in the past five years in leading journals (A*/A according to ABDC or Q1/Q2 according to Scopus)
• Proven success in applying for research grants

Additional Information
Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Faculty rank and salary are commensurate with experience.

How to Apply
To apply, please submit:

• Cover letter
• Current resume
• Research and teaching statements
• Sample of current research
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Completed AUC Personnel Information Form (PIF)
• Names and contact information for three references

Applications and supporting documents must be sent to busref@aucegypt.edu. Please use the subject line: BUS/finc/2025.

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