Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School’s Finance Group in Cambridge, MA is seeking outstanding senior level applicants. We stress high research potential or achievement; faculty responsibilities include conducting original scholarly research in finance or related topics, teaching introductory finance as well as more specialized courses in Finance and related topics at the graduate and undergraduate level.
The pay range for a 9-month academic appointment at the entry-level Assistant Professor rank (excluding summer salary): $225,000 – $254,000. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements. These factors impact where an individual’s pay falls within a range. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including verifying any finding of misconduct (or pending investigation) from prior employers.
Applicants must possess a PhD in Finance or a related field by the start of employment. Candidates with zero to three years’ experience in a higher education teaching position are considered junior candidates, and may apply at this link: https://apply.interfolio.com/189932, while those who are tenured or being considered for tenure at another institution are considered senior candidates and may apply via the " Apply Now" link at the top right of this page. Please ensure you apply using the appropriate application link so your application is reviewed under the correct position.
Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation.
Please submit your application by November 15, 2026.
Applications should be addressed to:
Professors Antoinette Schoar and Emil Verner
Co-Chairs, Finance Group Search Committee
Massachusetts Institute of Technology is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. MIT’s full policy on Nondiscrimination can be found here
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Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including possible verification of any findings of misconduct (or pending investigations) from prior employers.
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