The University of North Georgia
Assistant/Associate Professor of Finance
The University of North Georgia, Dahlonega, Georgia, us, 30597
Overview
Job Title:
Assistant/Associate Professor of Finance
Location:
UNG - Gainesville
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Job ID:
290448
About Us Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university\'s signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG\'s Dahlonega Campus.
Department Information The Department of Economics and Finance offers a major in finance and a minor in economics and FinTech. The Department resides in the Mike Cottrell College of Business (MCCB), an AACSB-accredited college of business that offers programs on five campuses in the North Georgia region. The college is located in close proximity to Atlanta and its thriving commercial real estate market. The department has a growing enrollment and a collaborative, energetic faculty engaged in quality research and with a strong focus on high-quality teaching and student engagement.
Job Summary The Department of Economics and Finance at the University of North Georgia invites applications for an assistant/associate professor of finance position beginning August 1, 2026. This is a ten-month, tenure-track position. The position will be located at the Gainesville campus with the possibility of teaching on other campuses. Teaching assignments will likely include principles of finance, investment management, and financial institutions courses and the potential to teach graduate courses in finance.
Responsibilities
Teaching three classes each fall semester and three classes each spring semester
Using innovative teaching and learning techniques to provide high quality instruction in finance courses.
Providing a student-centered, experiential learning approach both within the classroom and outside of the classroom.
Publishing research related to finance in peer-reviewed theoretical, applied, or pedagogical journals.
Participating in active service for the Department of Economics & Finance, the MCCB, and UNG.
Providing academic advising and other activities that support student success.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. or DBA in finance or a closely related field from an AACSB accredited institution is required at time of hire.
Candidates who are ABD will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with student-managed investment activities and Bloomberg activities/certifications.
Online teaching experience.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and Transcript
Contact information for three professional references
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2. Freedom of Expression is also supported as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Institutional Values The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. Details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at UNG\'s mission page.
Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
Background Check
Position of Trust + Education
Special Applicant Instructions
If you received any graduate degrees from an institution outside the United States, you must provide a foreign course-by-course credential evaluation by an independent evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES). Find a full list of NACES members on the site.
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Assistant/Associate Professor of Finance
Location:
UNG - Gainesville
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Job ID:
290448
About Us Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university\'s signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG\'s Dahlonega Campus.
Department Information The Department of Economics and Finance offers a major in finance and a minor in economics and FinTech. The Department resides in the Mike Cottrell College of Business (MCCB), an AACSB-accredited college of business that offers programs on five campuses in the North Georgia region. The college is located in close proximity to Atlanta and its thriving commercial real estate market. The department has a growing enrollment and a collaborative, energetic faculty engaged in quality research and with a strong focus on high-quality teaching and student engagement.
Job Summary The Department of Economics and Finance at the University of North Georgia invites applications for an assistant/associate professor of finance position beginning August 1, 2026. This is a ten-month, tenure-track position. The position will be located at the Gainesville campus with the possibility of teaching on other campuses. Teaching assignments will likely include principles of finance, investment management, and financial institutions courses and the potential to teach graduate courses in finance.
Responsibilities
Teaching three classes each fall semester and three classes each spring semester
Using innovative teaching and learning techniques to provide high quality instruction in finance courses.
Providing a student-centered, experiential learning approach both within the classroom and outside of the classroom.
Publishing research related to finance in peer-reviewed theoretical, applied, or pedagogical journals.
Participating in active service for the Department of Economics & Finance, the MCCB, and UNG.
Providing academic advising and other activities that support student success.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. or DBA in finance or a closely related field from an AACSB accredited institution is required at time of hire.
Candidates who are ABD will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with student-managed investment activities and Bloomberg activities/certifications.
Online teaching experience.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and Transcript
Contact information for three professional references
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2. Freedom of Expression is also supported as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Institutional Values The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. Details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at UNG\'s mission page.
Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
Background Check
Position of Trust + Education
Special Applicant Instructions
If you received any graduate degrees from an institution outside the United States, you must provide a foreign course-by-course credential evaluation by an independent evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES). Find a full list of NACES members on the site.
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