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Title: Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics & Finance

Position Type: Fulltime Faculty

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 22R000 - College of Business

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type:  Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

Hours Per Week: 37.5

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Posted Salary Grade: Faculty Full Time - 01

Retirement:   KTRS 

Contact Person: Jim Blair

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The College of Business at Eastern Kentucky University, an AACSB International accredited school, invites applications for an Visiting Assistant Professor of Finance and Economics beginning August 2026. Applicants should hold a doctoral degree in Finance, Economics, are a closely related field (Ph.D. or D.B.A.) (verified by official transcripts) from an AACSB International accredited institution. The position begins August 2026.

The position serves the Finance and Economics courses in the undergraduate business core and potentially in the MBA program. It requires excellence in and a commitment to teaching. In addition to face-to-face instruction, some online teaching will be helpful. The successful candidate will maintain a workload consistent with the needs and priorities of the college and the institution. Courses may include, but are not limited to, banking, financial planning, financial literacy, financial technology, macroeconomics, microeconomics, personal finance, and other related fields. The successful candidate will teach in-person courses, although some semesters may include online classes.

The University places a high priority on being leaders in the responsible use of artificial intelligence and in building such capacity in our students. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of artificial intelligence pertinent to the discipline and/or a willingness to pursue professional development to acquire such expertise.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Earned doctoral degree in Finance, Economics, or a closely related field (Ph.D. or D.B.A.) (verified by official transcripts) from an AACSB International accredited institution.

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Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

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EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.