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Tenure-track Faculty Position
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An Economics Professor teaches foundational economics ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the economics curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$105,081 / year median in Massachusetts
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School's Finance Group in Cambridge, MA is seeking one or more tenure-track faculty at the junior level, effective July 1, 2027, or as soon thereafter as possible. Outstanding senior level applicants will also be considered. 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. Applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation. Please submit your application by November 15, 2026.