Endowed Chair in Finance Location:
Norman, OK
Open Date:
Sep 2, 2023
Description: The Finance Division of the Price College of Business, University of Oklahoma, continues to be in an ambitious, multi-year period of growth and renewal. This growth encompasses several new programs, such as the Division's recently-launched MSF program, real estate finance and wealth management tracks, and the biennial University of Oklahoma Energy and Climate Finance Research Conference co-sponsored by the Review of Financial Studies . As part of this expansion, applications are invited for a senior-level endowed Chair in Finance beginning August 2024. To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the Ph.D. in Finance, Economics, or a related discipline, a high-impact publication record and strong research momentum. Candidates with research programs in corporate finance or real estate finance are especially encouraged to apply. Salary and benefits will be highly competitive.
The University of Oklahoma (OU) is a Carnegie-R1 comprehensive public research university known for excellence in research, teaching, and community engagement, serving the educational, cultural, economic and health-care needs of the state, region, and nation from three campuses: Norman, Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma City and the Schusterman Center in Tulsa. OU enrolls over 30,000 students and has more than 2700 full-time faculty members in 21 colleges. In 2015, OU became the first public institution ever to rank #1 nationally in the recruitment of National Merit Scholars. The 277-acre Research Campus in Norman was named the No.1 research campus in the nation by the Association of Research Parks in 2013. Norman is a culturally rich and vibrant town located just outside Oklahoma City. With outstanding schools, amenities, and a low cost of living, Norman is a perennial contender on "best place to live" rankings. Visit for more information.
Qualifications: To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the Ph.D. in Finance, Economics, or a related discipline, a high-impact publication record and strong research momentum. Candidates with research programs in corporate finance or real estate finance are especially encouraged to apply.
Application Instructions: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or withdrawn, but should be received as early as possible to maximize chances of selection. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and names and contact information of three references to this Interfolio website (
Inquiries about this position should be addressed to Patricia Yeo Saltus, Lead Administrative Support Specialist, Finance Division, Michael F. Price College of Business, Suite 3250 Adams Hall, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73019; . Tel. .
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