Assistant Professor of Finance

Position Overview

The Department of Finance at the George Washington University School of Business invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Finance position beginning in Fall 2027.

Candidates from all areas of finance will be considered. The Department seeks applicants with demonstrated potential to conduct high-quality, impactful research and contribute effectively to undergraduate and graduate teaching programs.

Particular consideration is given to candidates whose research incorporates emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, or FinTech, or who can contribute to teaching in these areas.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Conduct high-quality, impactful finance research.
• Publish research in top finance journals.
• Teach high-quality courses for undergraduate students in the School of Business.
• Teach high-quality courses for graduate students in the School of Business.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Finance or a closely related field, completed or expected to be completed by the date of appointment.

Research Environment

The Finance Department offers a collaborative research environment. Faculty research interests span:

• Asset pricing
• Corporate finance
• Artificial intelligence
• Banking
• International finance
• Fixed-income and credit markets
• Corporate governance
• Behavioral finance
• Real estate

George Washington University's location in the heart of Washington, DC provides opportunities for interaction with researchers, economists, and policymakers at institutions including the Federal Reserve Board, International Monetary Fund, World Bank, Securities and Exchange Commission, Commodity Futures Trading Commission, and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.

Salary and Benefits

The advertised salary range is $250,000–$285,000 per year. Salary is commensurate with experience and established research record.

George Washington University provides health and other benefits. Details are available through the university's benefits programs.

Application Requirements

Applicants must complete a confidential online application and upload:

• A cover letter summarizing qualifications for the position
• A current curriculum vitae
• A job market paper
• Additional papers, if desired

Applicants must also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to finance.dept@gwu.edu.

Only complete applications will be considered.

Application Deadline and Review

The position is open until filled.

Review of applications will begin October 15, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by November 15, 2026, will receive full consideration.

The Department expects to conduct initial interviews in December 2026 and in conjunction with the 2027 American Finance Association Annual Meeting in Washington, DC.

How to Apply

Complete the confidential online application and submit all required application materials.

Application URL: Not specified in the source posting.

For information about the Department of Finance:

https://business.gwu.edu/about/departments/finance

Questions about the position or application process may be directed to Professor Gergana Jostova at jostova@gwu.edu.

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Background Screening

Successful completion of a background screening is required as a condition of hire.

Specific screening requirements include:

• Criminal History Screening
• Education/Degree/Certifications Verification
• Social Security Number Trace
• Sex Offender Registry Search

Equal Employment Opportunity

George Washington University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.