Description

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Assistant Teaching Professor of Finance

Allen W. and Carol M. Schmidthorst College of Business

Department of Accounting & Finance

Summary

The Department of Accounting & Finance invites applications for a renewable, qualified-rank Assistant Teaching Professor in the field of Finance. The start date is August 10, 2026. This position is a full-time, non-tenure track with renewable 9-month appointments.

Information about Program and College

As a vital part of Bowling Green State University, the Schmidthorst College of Business is dedicated to driving economic and cultural vitality in northwestern Ohio and beyond. Recently re-accredited by AACSB, our college exemplifies the highest standards in business education. Our state-of-the-art facility, the Maurer Center, provides an inspiring environment for learning and collaboration, equipped with cutting-edge technology and resources. We are focused on innovating our curriculum and empowering our students to reach their goals through our integration of Life Design to reimaging our core curriculum, our student-centered approach has resulted in a significant increase in our undergraduate program over the past two years. Our online MBA program, ranked #1 in Ohio by Poets & Quants, demonstrates our commitment to delivering superior, flexible education tailored to the needs of modern professionals.

The Schmidthorst College of Business emphasizes innovative teaching, research, and community engagement. We foster a collaborative and inclusive learning community where inspired ideas, knowledge, and achievements support the region, state, and nation. We value and support high quality research that advances theory and practice and support publications in leading journals. Our strong connections with the business community ensure that our curriculum remains relevant and impactful, preparing our graduates to thrive in a competitive global market.

As a Public University for the Public Good, Bowling Green State University is a comprehensive, high research university located in northwestern Ohio committed to driving economic and cultural vitality in the region and beyond. Through innovative teaching, research and creative activities, BGSU fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning community where inspired ideas, knowledge and achievements support the region, state and nation. More than 760 talented and passionate faculty members teach across more than 200 undergraduate majors and programs, 17 doctoral programs, and 57 master’s programs. A focus on promoting research, scholarship, and creative activities has resulted in a significant increase in extramural funding over the past several years.

Guided by Forward, BGSU’s strategic plan, the University is focused on redefining student success. For the fourth year in a row, The Wall Street Journal ranks BGSU as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest that students would choose again. BGSU also holds the Wall Street Journal distinction of being the No. 1 public university in Ohio for the student experience.

Essential Functions

• Teaching/developing undergraduate and/or graduate-level finance courses, primarily in areas of principles of financial management, and intermediate level finance classes.  There is not research responsibilities in this role.
• Demonstrate sufficient professional activity to maintain AACSB faculty qualifications
• Service to department, college, university, profession, and community

Minimum Qualifications 

• Master’s degree in finance from an AACSB accredited school with the equivalent of at least 5 years of relevant work experience post master’s program.

Preferred Qualifications 

Preference will be given to candidates with:

•  CFA or CFP professional designations
• Preferred candidates will have further evidence of teaching performance such as student and/or peer teaching evaluations.
• Strong potential to contribute to Department of Accounting and Finance programs, as well as the missions of the Schmidthorst College of Business and Bowling Green State University

Additional Information

Application Process

Applications accepted online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/bgsu

Application Materials Required

-        Cover letter

-        Full curriculum vitae

-        Statement of teaching philosophy

-        Evidence of teaching performance (if available)

-        Names and contact information of three professional references

Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned are required for candidates invited for in-person interviews.

Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts.

BGSU policy requires finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment.

Application Deadline

The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be submitted by January 31, 2026.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive and commensurate with candidate’s experience and credentials. Full benefits package available.

Bowling Green State University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to ensuring an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and encourage applications from all regardless of sex, race, veteran-status, disability, age, gender identity, genetic information, religion, or sexual orientation. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.

Short Advertisement

The Department of Accounting & Finance invites applications for a renewable, qualified-rank Assistant Teaching Professor in the field of Finance. The start date is August 10, 2026. This position is a full-time, non-tenure track with renewable 9-month appointments. For a complete job description & instructions on how to apply for this position visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/bgsu. Screening of applicants will begin January 31, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Background check required for employment. BGSU is an AA/EEO/Vet employer. We encourage applications from all regardless of sex, race, veteran-status, disability, age, gender identity, genetic information, religion, or sexual orientation.