Description
Tenure-Track Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Finance
The Tommy and Victoria Baker School of Business at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Finance at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level, beginning Fall 2027.
Position Opportunities
The Baker School of Business seeks outstanding teacher-scholars in finance. Candidates with expertise in investments, portfolio management, and security analysis will have the opportunity to engage students directly in managing the Student-Managed Investment Fund (SMIF), a $2.5 million portfolio that provides hands-on experience in professional asset management.
Candidates with interests in financial planning, wealth management, and financial management will contribute to curriculum development aligned with the CFA Institute and CFP Board, preparing students for leadership roles in personal financial planning, corporate finance, and related fields.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Finance from an AACSB-accredited institution (ABD considered for assistant professors if completion will occur prior to employment).
Candidates should demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
Preferred qualifications include CFA or CFP credentials, relevant professional experience, and a record of or strong potential for publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
Distinctive Features of the Department of Accounting & Finance
The Department of Accounting & Finance at The Citadel provides students with rigorous academic preparation and practical experiences that prepare them for success in professional careers and graduate study. Faculty engage closely with students through advising, mentoring, and experiential programs. The department is home to signature initiatives such as the Student-Managed Investment Fund and applied projects that connect students with real-world decision-making.
Distinctive Features of the Baker School of Business
The Tommy & Victoria Baker School of Business is an AACSB International-accredited institution located on The Citadel’s campus in beautiful Charleston, on the coast of South Carolina. Now situated in its own recently completed educational building, the School of Business engages state-of-the-art technology and media resources for innovative, highly effective business education. The School offers multiple undergraduate programs, an undergraduate degree completion program, and an online MBA program. The Baker School of Business serves approximately 1,100 undergraduate and graduate students.
The Citadel maintains a heritage of excellence in education, with a strong emphasis on leadership education and development. It has been ranked by U.S. News and World Report for eleven consecutive years as the #1 Public College in the South, offering programs leading to a master’s degree. It is also named as one of the Ten Most Innovative Schools in the South. The Citadel is the home of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets and offers a unique, residential undergraduate experience in a military college setting. Graduate students, including MBA students, undertake programs in the nonresidential Citadel Graduate College.
You would join us as an integral member of a well-established team of academic professionals who are committed to educating and developing innovative leaders of principle to serve a global community.
The Citadel is fully EEO compliant.
Distinctive Features of The Citadel
The Citadel: The Military College of South Carolina is a public senior military college located in Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1842, The Citadel has a rich history and educational reputation. With our current location on the banks of the Ashley River in downtown Charleston, you are close to great restaurants, shopping and much more.
Approximately 2,300 undergraduate students make up the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. Roughly 30% of our cadet graduates earn a military commission. Students can choose from 31 Majors, 57 Minors, pre-health professions, and pre-law (a concentration in political science). The 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio ensures students receive a high-quality education. Another 1,200 students attend the Citadel Graduate College’s evening and online programs.
Distinctive Features of Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina, provides an extraordinary backdrop for academic and personal life. Consistently ranked among the most beautiful and livable cities in America, Charleston combines historic character with a vibrant economy, culinary distinction, and coastal beauty. Faculty and their families enjoy an exceptional quality of life in a city known for its cultural heritage, innovative spirit, and unmatched lifestyle opportunities.
Application Instructions
Dr. Wesley Jones, Search Committee Chair and Department Chair of Accounting & Finance, will be attending the Financial Management Association (FMA) Annual Meeting in October. Candidates attending the conference are encouraged to email him at jonesw1@citadel.edu to arrange a meeting during the event. Candidates unable to attend may also email to request a Zoom meeting.
Applicants should submit the following:
- Cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Statement of research interests and scholarly agenda
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluations, sample syllabi)
- Contact information for three professional references
Priority review of applications will begin on August 20, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Materials should be submitted electronically to https://jobs.citadel.edu/
Requirements
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Finance from an AACSB-accredited institution (ABD considered for assistant professors if completion will occur prior to employment).
Candidates should demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
Preferred qualifications include CFA or CFP credentials, relevant professional experience, and a record of or strong potential for publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses in Finance. Well qualified candidates may also be considered for the department head position which is being vacated at the end of AY 26-27.
