FACULTY POSITION
Assistant Professor, Finance

Rochester Institute of Technology,
E. Philip Saunders College of Business

STARTING DATE: September 2010

DESCRIPTION: The E. Philip Saunders College of Business invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant level in Finance. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. from an AACSB-accredited institution. Responsibilities include teaching graduate and undergraduate finance courses and publishing high-quality scholarly finance research. A willingness to interact with the business community is highly desirable. The Saunders College values collegial individuals who are excellent communicators, innovative teachers, and active researchers. The College works closely with the business community, which provides research and professional opportunities. The typical teaching schedule is two courses per quarter, six courses per year, and may be a mix of undergraduate or graduate or both. We are seeking individuals who are committed to contributing to RIT’s core values, honor code, and statement of diversity.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIRED: Qualified candidates should hold a Ph.D. in Finance. Candidates who are ABD with expected completion by December 2010 may be considered. Candidates must have strong research skills and potential for scholarly research as demonstrated by presentations in academic conferences or publications in peer-reviewed journals. Candidates should also have a demonstrated ability to teach effectively. PREFERRED: Some preferred characteristics are: Proven ability to publish in high quality journals. Proven ability to collaborate with others in empirical research projects.  Ability to teach a variety of finance electives. A research profile in Financial Innovation is preferable.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR IRC33286:
Completed applications (including (a) CV (b) cover letter outlining research experience, interests and skills (c) at least two recommendation letters and (d) two examples of written work) must be submitted online aT http://apptrkr.com/127163

Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply by September 20, 2009. Please contact the Search Committee Chair with questions: Dr. Ashok Robin, arobin@saunders.rit.edu.

THE SAUNDERS COLLEGE: The E. Philip Saunders College of Business is served by 47 full-time faculty members who value collegiality and teamwork. The Saunders College is accredited by AACSB International and offers bachelors’ degrees in business administration with seven different majors. Graduate programs include an MBA, an Executive MBA, and Master of Science programs in Management, Finance and Innovation Management. Saunders is ranked in the top 100 by US News and World Report. The Program for Innovation and Entrepreneurship was ranked as one of the most innovative programs in the world by Business Week. The Albert J. Simone Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship enhances entrepreneurship activities, including the RIT Venture Creations Incubator.

RIT attracts students from all 50 states and more than 90 countries, with more than 16,000 enrolled students. RIT has been recognized on The Chronicle of Higher Education’s inaugural “Great Colleges to Work For” list. RIT was cited in six different categories: Professional/Career Development Program, Compensation and Benefits, Tuition Reimbursement, 403(b) Retirement Plans, Disability Insurance and Life Insurance.  The Rochester area has a diverse population which includes African Americans (38% of the city and 14% of Monroe County) and Latin Americans (13% of the city and 5% of the county). In addition, more than 7% of the population is foreign born. Rochester is ranked 7th among the “10 Best Cities to Raise a Family” by Child Magazine, 2003, and 8th among 200 metro areas in childcare for “Best Cities for Women 2002” by Ladies Home Journal.” In 2007 Rochester’s ranked the 6th “Best Places to Live in America” by Places Rated Almanac out of 379 metropolitan areas.

The Rochester Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  All individuals with the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the university’s continuing commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences are encouraged to make application.

To apply: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR IRC33286:
Completed applications (including (a) CV (b) cover letter outlining research experience, interests and skills (c) at least two recommendation letters and (d) two examples of written work) must be submitted online at http://apptrkr.com/127163