What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant / Associate Professor in Finance position at Christopher Newport University?
Working Title : Assistant / Associate Professor in Finance Appointment Type : Full Time Purpose of Position : The Joseph W. Luter, III School of Business at Christopher Newport University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Finance, effective August 2025. The successful candidate will be committed to effective and creative teaching, will offer a program of scholarly activity having the potential to enrich the intellectual lives of our students, and will engage with the business community. Teaching assignments for this position will be a combination of graduate finance courses in financial statement analysis, data analytics, cybersecurity, behavioral finance, and advanced corporate finance in the Master of Financial Analysis (MFinA) program and undergraduate courses. Experience with online teaching or hybrid modalities is highly desirable, as is prior teaching experience at the master’s level. The nominal teaching load for tenure track appointments is 3-3. Preference will be given to candidates with experience and knowledge in financial statement analysis, business and data analytics, expertise in experiential learning, working experience with a financial firm, and those holding professional designations (CFA or CFP). A Ph.D. in Finance or a related field is required for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. In some cases, exceptionally well-qualified candidates may be considered for appointment at a higher rank. ABD candidates who will not hold the Ph.D. by the time of appointment in a related field may be considered for appointment at the rank of Instructor. Departmental Information : The Luter School of Business at Christopher Newport University is composed of 22 faculty and offers four majors (Accounting, Finance, Management, and Marketing). The Luter School’s AACSB accredited business curriculum requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 for entry and attracts some of the University’s best students. The business program offers opportunities for internships, executive mentorships, international experiences, volunteer work, and research collaboration with faculty. The School launched a new and successful Master of Financial Analysis (MFinA) program in Fall of 2020. For more information, visit our website at [http : / / cnu.edu / schoolofbusiness / ](http : / / cnu.edu / schoolofbusiness / ). CNU Information : Christopher Newport University is anchored in excellence, and that is reflected in our ranking as the 1 regional public university in Virginia and 3 among regional public universities in the South. We are an inclusive and kind community, founded on our shared values of honor, scholarship, service and leadership. We offer an outstanding liberal arts education provided by dedicated, gifted teacher-scholars who are supported by a compassionate team of faculty and staff. Our 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students pursue more than 90 areas of study, as they live and learn on a largely residential campus. CNU’s on-campus performing and visual arts centers offer Broadway shows, world-class performances, engaging exhibitions, transformative lectures and classes, and more. Our athletics program is the winningest at any level in Virginia. Christopher Newport University is in the heart of Newport News, a vibrant city with breathtaking scenery and unique experiences. The city and region offer affordable neighborhoods, local and name-brand shops, diverse dining options, local parks and water access, and fun recreational opportunities. Whatever your interests and goals, you belong at CNU For further details and information about Christopher Newport, visit [cnu.edu](http : / / www.cnu.edu / ). Posting Number : F244P Posting Date : 01 / 31 / 2025 Review Begin Date : 03 / 10 / 2025 Application Instructions : To apply, please visit [https : / / jobs.cnu.edu / postings / ](https : / / jobs.cnu.edu / postings / ) to upload a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts (photocopies acceptable for initial screening), statement of teaching philosophy, a one-page statement articulating how your teaching, scholarship and service would contribute toward fostering an inclusive learning environment on campus, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of recommendation. (Letters should be uploaded with application materials or emailed to [facultyrecruitmentcnu.edu](mailto : facultyrecruitmentcnu.edu)). This position will be posted until filled, however for priority consideration, please apply by Monday, March 10, 2025. Search finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and / or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145. Quick Link for Internal Postings : [https : / / jobs.cnu.edu / postings / 18704](https : / / jobs.cnu.edu / postings / 18704) EEO / Diversity Statement(s) : Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity. [Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement](https : / / cnu.edu / titleixeo / _pdf / cnu-notice_of_nondiscrimination_and_titleix_policy_statement.pdf)
