What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Finance, Economics, & Analytics position at Viterbo University?
The Dahl School of Business at Viterbo University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Finance, Economics, & Analytics. This is a tenure-track, full-time appointment beginning August 2026. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student-centered teaching, applied learning, and the mission of Viterbo University, a Catholic, Franciscan institution. This position is on campus in La Crosse, Wisconsin.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Teach 12 credit hours per semester in undergraduate and/or graduate Finance, Economics, or Analytics courses, which may include:
o Financial Management, Managerial Finance, Financial Strategy and Capitalism, Global Finance, Banking, Financial Institutions, and Monetary Policy, Spreadsheet Fundamentals, or MBA-level Financial Strategy or Analytics
- Engage in academic advising, student mentoring, and departmental service.
- Collaborate with business faculty and community partners to support experiential learning opportunities.
- Participate in curriculum development and maintain active engagement with the finance profession.
- Engage in service to the department, college, and university.
- Participate in professional development, including scholarship.
- Experience or interest in developing courses in emerging areas of finance.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field is required.
- A doctorate in Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field is preferred for a tenure track appointment. ABD's will be considered.
- Industry experience and/or relevant certifications, professional finance certifications (e.g., CFA, CFP, CPA) are desirable. Must meet ACBSP accreditation requirements for faculty qualifications.
- Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level is preferred. The Dahl School of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) and offers undergraduate majors in finance, accounting, data analytics, management, marketing, and business education, as well as an MBA program. The School is deeply engaged with the regional business community and is committed to developing ethical and effective business leaders through experiential learning and values-based education.
About Viterbo:
Viterbo University is located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, a vibrant city nestled between the Mississippi River and the bluffs of the Driftless Region. Viterbo serves over 2,500 students and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning, servant leadership, and preparing students for ethical leadership and meaningful careers.
To Apply:
Please complete the online application and submit a letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. Direct any questions to Dr. Diane Monahan, Dean, Dahl School of Business, dmmonahan@viterbo.edu. Applications will be reviewed starting immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Position starts August 2026.