Jacobs Levy Equity Management
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Finance, 2 Positions
Jacobs Levy Equity Management, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
The Department of Finance, Financial Planning, and Insurance at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking two tenure-track faculty members in Finance at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will teach Finance courses and have research interests in Finance and related fields. The position requires an ongoing program of scholarship in finance and maintaining the criterion for “Scholarly Academic” under AACSB’s accreditation requirement. In addition to teaching and research, the position requires weekly office hours, attending faculty meetings, participation in assessment of student learning, and service to the department, college, and university. The successful candidate will be held to the standards and requirements of the college and department for tenure and promotion. CSUN is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement in a diverse environment, and the successful candidate will help the Department achieve equitable academic outcomes for all students through teaching, student mentorship, scholarship, and service. CSUN Commitment and Context
CSUN is committed to excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. Our values include respect for all people, building partnerships with the community and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation, and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in civility and respect. CSUN is especially interested in candidates who contribute to equity and inclusion in pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community. As a Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI), inclusiveness and diversity are integral to CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement. As of Fall 2024, CSUN enrolls nearly 37,000 students, with 56.3% Latinx, 18.9% White, 8.7% Asian American, 5.3% Black/African American, 0.1% Native American, and 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander. In Wall Street Journal’s 2024 Best Colleges Ranking, CSUN received the highest ranking in the CSU and was ranked 53rd nationally. CSUN is ranked the 8th best university in California, and 12th of all public universities nationally. In terms of student experience, CSUN is placed 20th nationally, and it ranks 5th in the nation for social mobility. Northridge is in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, a vibrant and culturally diverse region of Los Angeles County. Located 30 miles north of LAX, Santa Monica, and downtown Los Angeles, Northridge offers proximity to beaches, mountains, the financial district, Hollywood, cultural events, sports, shopping, and multicultural food experiences. Northridge combines a welcoming, suburban feel with strong community ties and sunny weather. For more information about the University, visit:
https://www.csun.edu About the College
Serving over 6,700 students, the David Nazarian College of Business and Economics is one of the largest business schools in the nation and is accredited by AACSB International. The Nazarian College was ranked a top 50 business college by Money Magazine in 2022 and its part-time MBA program has been recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report. It houses programs in accounting, financial planning, entrepreneurship, and business analytics. For more information about the Nazarian College, visit https://nazarian.csun.edu/ About the Department
The Department of Finance, Financial Planning, and Insurance offers a Bachelor of Science with specializations in Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, and Risk Management and Insurance, alongside a Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. The finance programs serve close to 1,000 students. The department supports student engagement through initiatives and student organizations, such as the FMA – CSUN chapter, and student-centered investment funds managed by undergraduates that have helped launch students into careers in investment management and corporate finance. The department consists of 11 full-time tenure-track faculty members who pursue research and deliver a comprehensive curriculum. Faculty have access to leading research databases (including WRDS) and CSUN IT resources (BOX, AWS, Qualtrics, SPSS, Matlab, Mathematica, Camtasia, etc.). Our Finance faculty publish in leading journals such as Journal of Finance, Review of Financial Studies, Journal of Risk and Insurance, Journal of Accounting Research, Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis, Journal of Banking and Finance, Journal of Corporate Finance, Financial Review, and Review of Finance. For more information about the Department, see:
https://www.csun.edu/finance/ Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Finance, Financial Economics, or related fields from an accredited institution Evidence of, or clear potential for, conducting and publishing original research in finance Evidence of, or clear potential for excellence in university-level teaching (in-person and online) in areas such as investment, corporate finance, and finance electives Preferred Qualifications
Evidence of, or clear potential for impactful research in Finance Evidence of effective engagement or potential to engage with a diverse student body Experience or potential for using culturally responsive pedagogy that leads to equitable outcomes for all students Experience or potential for creating a student-centered learning environment Application Deadline and Process
Preferred application deadline is September 26, 2025; applications received after this date will still be considered on an as-needed basis, but the position will remain open until filled. Department representatives will conduct initial on-site interviews at the FMA Annual Meeting in October 2025 in Vancouver BC. A Zoom meeting option is available for those not attending FMA. Potential candidates will be invited for campus visits thereafter. How to Apply: Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit www.csun.edu/careers Candidates must submit the following required materials: Cover letter addressing all required qualifications (2-page maximum) Curriculum vitae Research statement (1-page maximum) Teaching statement (1-page maximum) Contact information for at least three individuals willing to serve as references In later stages, applicants may be requested to provide additional materials, including three letters of recommendation and sample publications and/or working paper(s). At time of appointment, the successful candidate must have authorization from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to work in the United States. General Information and Compliance
In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, CSUN has crime-reporting statistics available online. Print copies are available by request from the Department of Police Services, the Office for Faculty Affairs, and the Office of Equity and Diversity. The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. A background check (including a criminal records check) is required before any offer can be made. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy applies to this position. CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting appropriate personnel.
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The Department of Finance, Financial Planning, and Insurance at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking two tenure-track faculty members in Finance at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will teach Finance courses and have research interests in Finance and related fields. The position requires an ongoing program of scholarship in finance and maintaining the criterion for “Scholarly Academic” under AACSB’s accreditation requirement. In addition to teaching and research, the position requires weekly office hours, attending faculty meetings, participation in assessment of student learning, and service to the department, college, and university. The successful candidate will be held to the standards and requirements of the college and department for tenure and promotion. CSUN is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement in a diverse environment, and the successful candidate will help the Department achieve equitable academic outcomes for all students through teaching, student mentorship, scholarship, and service. CSUN Commitment and Context
CSUN is committed to excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. Our values include respect for all people, building partnerships with the community and the encouragement of innovation, experimentation, and creativity. CSUN strives to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in civility and respect. CSUN is especially interested in candidates who contribute to equity and inclusion in pursuit of excellence for all members of the university community. As a Hispanic-serving Institution (HSI), inclusiveness and diversity are integral to CSUN’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and engagement. As of Fall 2024, CSUN enrolls nearly 37,000 students, with 56.3% Latinx, 18.9% White, 8.7% Asian American, 5.3% Black/African American, 0.1% Native American, and 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander. In Wall Street Journal’s 2024 Best Colleges Ranking, CSUN received the highest ranking in the CSU and was ranked 53rd nationally. CSUN is ranked the 8th best university in California, and 12th of all public universities nationally. In terms of student experience, CSUN is placed 20th nationally, and it ranks 5th in the nation for social mobility. Northridge is in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, a vibrant and culturally diverse region of Los Angeles County. Located 30 miles north of LAX, Santa Monica, and downtown Los Angeles, Northridge offers proximity to beaches, mountains, the financial district, Hollywood, cultural events, sports, shopping, and multicultural food experiences. Northridge combines a welcoming, suburban feel with strong community ties and sunny weather. For more information about the University, visit:
https://www.csun.edu About the College
Serving over 6,700 students, the David Nazarian College of Business and Economics is one of the largest business schools in the nation and is accredited by AACSB International. The Nazarian College was ranked a top 50 business college by Money Magazine in 2022 and its part-time MBA program has been recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report. It houses programs in accounting, financial planning, entrepreneurship, and business analytics. For more information about the Nazarian College, visit https://nazarian.csun.edu/ About the Department
The Department of Finance, Financial Planning, and Insurance offers a Bachelor of Science with specializations in Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, and Risk Management and Insurance, alongside a Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. The finance programs serve close to 1,000 students. The department supports student engagement through initiatives and student organizations, such as the FMA – CSUN chapter, and student-centered investment funds managed by undergraduates that have helped launch students into careers in investment management and corporate finance. The department consists of 11 full-time tenure-track faculty members who pursue research and deliver a comprehensive curriculum. Faculty have access to leading research databases (including WRDS) and CSUN IT resources (BOX, AWS, Qualtrics, SPSS, Matlab, Mathematica, Camtasia, etc.). Our Finance faculty publish in leading journals such as Journal of Finance, Review of Financial Studies, Journal of Risk and Insurance, Journal of Accounting Research, Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis, Journal of Banking and Finance, Journal of Corporate Finance, Financial Review, and Review of Finance. For more information about the Department, see:
https://www.csun.edu/finance/ Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Finance, Financial Economics, or related fields from an accredited institution Evidence of, or clear potential for, conducting and publishing original research in finance Evidence of, or clear potential for excellence in university-level teaching (in-person and online) in areas such as investment, corporate finance, and finance electives Preferred Qualifications
Evidence of, or clear potential for impactful research in Finance Evidence of effective engagement or potential to engage with a diverse student body Experience or potential for using culturally responsive pedagogy that leads to equitable outcomes for all students Experience or potential for creating a student-centered learning environment Application Deadline and Process
Preferred application deadline is September 26, 2025; applications received after this date will still be considered on an as-needed basis, but the position will remain open until filled. Department representatives will conduct initial on-site interviews at the FMA Annual Meeting in October 2025 in Vancouver BC. A Zoom meeting option is available for those not attending FMA. Potential candidates will be invited for campus visits thereafter. How to Apply: Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit www.csun.edu/careers Candidates must submit the following required materials: Cover letter addressing all required qualifications (2-page maximum) Curriculum vitae Research statement (1-page maximum) Teaching statement (1-page maximum) Contact information for at least three individuals willing to serve as references In later stages, applicants may be requested to provide additional materials, including three letters of recommendation and sample publications and/or working paper(s). At time of appointment, the successful candidate must have authorization from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to work in the United States. General Information and Compliance
In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, CSUN has crime-reporting statistics available online. Print copies are available by request from the Department of Police Services, the Office for Faculty Affairs, and the Office of Equity and Diversity. The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. A background check (including a criminal records check) is required before any offer can be made. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy applies to this position. CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting appropriate personnel.
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